Carton Converting Machine Operator – Folding & Gluing

Gavin Watson Ltd; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Gavin Watson Ltd is seeking an experienced Folder Gluer / Carton Converting Machine Operator to join our production team. You will set up, operate and monitor folding and gluing machinery to produce high quality folding cartons from printed carton board.

In this hands-on role you will adjust machine settings, check blanks and ensure efficient production while maintaining strict quality standards and safe working practices.

Qualifications

• Experience in carton converting or folding-carton manufacture.
• Confident operating and setting folder-gluer machinery.
• Mechanical minded with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate folder-gluer / carton converting machinery to produce folding cartons to specification.
• Read job instructions, production specifications, drawings and folding/gluing requirements.
• Check printed and die-cut carton blanks before and during production.
• Set up feed systems, folding sections, glue application systems, delivery and machine components.
• Adjust machine settings for different carton board grades, thicknesses and sizes.
• Monitor glue application, folding accuracy and final carton appearance.
• Carry out regular quality checks and identify defects early.
• Maintain safe, clean and organised work area.

Skills

Carton converting

Folder-gluer operation

Mechanical aptitude

Quality awareness

Tools

Folder-gluer machine

Job description

Gavin Watson Ltd is seeking an experienced Folder Gluer / Carton Converting Machine Operator to join our production team. You will set up, operate and monitor folding and gluing machinery to produce high quality folding cartons from printed carton board.

In this hands-on role you will adjust machine settings, check blanks and ensure efficient production while maintaining strict quality standards and safe working practices.