Folder Gluer Machine Operator

Allied Printing Services, Inc.; Manchester (CT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Shift differentials: 12% & 15% on 3rd

Job summary

Allied Printing Services, Inc. is seeking a skilled Folder-Gluer Machine Operator to join our bindery team in Manchester, CT. You will set up, run, and monitor folder/gluer equipment, ensuring accurate folds and strong gluing while keeping waste to a minimum.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years of folder/gluer experience, familiarity with Bobst Series preferred, and strong mechanical and quality oversight abilities in a fast-paced production setting.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years’ experience operating a folder/gluer.
• Bobst Series experience is a plus.
• Detail-oriented with mechanical and troubleshooting skills.
• Able to read, interpret job orders and use measuring hand tools.
• Willingness to work in a fast-paced production environment.

Responsibilities

• Set up, make-ready, operate, and monitor folder/gluer equipment to meet customer specifications.
• Adjust fold and glue patterns based on job specs.
• Perform quality checks to ensure proper gluing and folding; minimize waste.
• Conduct preventive maintenance, adjustments, repairs, and cleaning as needed.
• Observe machine operations, identify defects, and make necessary adjustments.
• Maintain safety, quality, maintenance, and GMP practices.

Skills

Folder/gluer operation

Press/bindery experience

Detail oriented

Die-cutting knowledge

Read job orders

Measuring tools

Vision abilities

Dexterity

Team player

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Bobst Series experience

Job description

One Allied Way Manchester, CT 06042

Master the Art of Folding & Gluing.

Allied Printing Services Inc. is a family-ran, full-service commercial and financial printer that’s been leading the industry since 1949. With advanced sheetfed, web, mailing, data, fulfillment, large format, digital press capabilities — plus New England’s largest bindery/finishing operation — we’re proud of our history and excited about our future. Now, we’re looking for skilled Folder Gluer to join our growing production team.

Folder-Gluer Machine Operator

As a Folder-Gluer Machine Operator , you’ll play a key role in producing high-quality, finished products by operating and managing the folding and gluing process in our bindery department. You will integrate printed materials into folding, gluing processes, transformation of sheets/paper to meet quality standards and customer requirements.

What You’ll Do

• Set up, make-ready, operate, and monitor folder/gluer equipment to meet customer specifications.

• Adjust for different fold and glue patterns based on job specs.

• Perform quality checks to ensure proper gluing, folding, and minimal waste/rework.

• Conduct preventive and mechanical maintenance, adjustments, repairs, and cleaning as needed.

• Observe machine operations, detect and identify defects, and make necessary adjustments.

• Maintain safety, quality, maintenance, and good manufacturing practices.

What You Bring

• 3–5 years’ experience operating a folder/gluer machine (Bobst Series experience a plus).

• Previous press, bindery, or finishing experience preferred.

• Detail-oriented with strong mechanical and troubleshooting skills.

• Knowledge of die-cutting processes, production materials, quality methods, and color standards.

• Able to read, analyze, interpret job orders, and are proficient with measuring and hand tools.

• Excellent vision abilities (close, distance, peripheral, depth perception, color distinction).

• Finger and hand dexterity with ability to work quickly in a fast-paced environment.

• Team player who maintains a clean, organized workspace and uses pallet jacks safely.

• High school diploma or equivalent.

Physical Requirements

• Walking 50% | Standing 50% |Lifting, pushing, pulling or carrying 25–50 lbs. and more.| Ability to stand for extended periods. | Safely move materials weighing 500–750 lbs.|Using manual pallet trucks|
• Ability to lift, move, and position materials throughout the workday and safely operate warehouse equipment for extended periods.
• Frequent bending, reaching, and handling of materials.

The Details

Job Type: Full-Time

Shifts Available: 1st 8:00 am–4:00 pm, 3rd 12:00 a.m.–8:00 a.m. (15% differential)

Why You’ll Love Working Here
You’ll join a supportive team that values innovation, teamwork, and growth. We’re proud of our history but even more excited about the future — and we’re looking for motivated people like you to help us get there. If you meet our minimum qualifications and are eager to thrive in a fast-paced, growing environment, we invite you to become part of our team. This is an excellent opportunity to build your career with a company that combines decades of expertise with a commitment to innovation and exceptional service.

Great Benefits:
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability, 401(k), 401(k) match, Employee Assistance Program, Voluntary Benefits: Critical, Accident, Hospital Indemnity, Paid Time Off: Vacation, Sick, Holiday, 2nd (12%) & 3rd (15%) shift differentials, Paid Weekly, Growth Opportunities, Employee Referral Bonus, Work-Life Balance, Great Company Culture.

Allied Printing Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants and employees are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, military orveterans’ status or any other legally protected status or basis prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Allied Printing Services prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on these protected categories. If you need an accommodation to apply, please let us know.