Folder-Gluer Machine Operator - Bindery Pro

Allied Printing Services Inc.; Manchester (CT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Disability

401(k)

401(k) match

Employee Assistance Program

Voluntary Benefits: Critical

Voluntary Benefits: Accident

Voluntary Benefits: Hospital Indemnity

Paid Time Off: Vacation

Paid Time Off: Sick

Paid Time Off: Holiday

Shift differentials: 2nd 12% & 3rd 15%

Paid Weekly

Growth Opportunities

Employee Referral Bonus

Work-Life Balance

Great Company Culture

Job summary

Allied Printing Services Inc. in Manchester, CT, is seeking a Folder-Gluer Machine Operator to join our bindery team and ensure accurate folding and gluing of printed materials.

You will set up and run folder/gluer equipment, adjust for various patterns, perform quality checks, and maintain production standards. The role requires 3–5 years of folder/gluer experience (Bobst Series a plus), attention to detail, strong mechanical skills, and the ability to read job orders.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years’ experience operating a folder/gluer machine (Bobst Series a plus).
• Previous press, bindery, or finishing experience preferred.
• Detail-oriented with strong mechanical and troubleshooting skills.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Folder/Gluer operation

Mechanical troubleshooting

Reading job orders

Measurement with tools

Team player

Attention to detail

Speed and accuracy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Bobst Series

Measuring tools

Pallet jacks

Job description

Allied Printing Services Inc. in Manchester, CT, is seeking a Folder-Gluer Machine Operator to join our bindery team and ensure accurate folding and gluing of printed materials.

You will set up and run folder/gluer equipment, adjust for various patterns, perform quality checks, and maintain production standards. The role requires 3–5 years of folder/gluer experience (Bobst Series a plus), attention to detail, strong mechanical skills, and the ability to read job orders.