Folder Operator

Allied Printing Services; Manchester (AL); 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

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Shift differentials

Paid Weekly

Growth Opportunities

Work-Life Balance

Great Company Culture

Job summary

Allied Printing Services in Manchester, CT is seeking a skilled Folder Operator to join our bindery team. You will set up and operate folder machines, ensuring precise folds and efficient production to meet job specifications.

The role requires 3–4 years of hands-on experience, strong manual dexterity, and attention to color accuracy. Excellent knowledge of paper handling and folding processes is essential for delivering high-quality outputs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 3–4 years of hands-on folder operation experience preferred.
• Strong manual dexterity and ability to handle materials consistently.
• Excellent visual skills and attention to color accuracy.
• Knowledge of paper handling, folding processes, and the printing industry.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate folder machines to exact specifications.
• Adjust side guides, blades, rollers, tension screws, and creasing blades as required.
• Operate machine to fold, slit, and score printed sheets.
• Monitor equipment to maintain quality and efficiency.
• Troubleshoot minor issues and perform routine maintenance as needed.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Color accuracy

Paper handling

Folding processes

Mathematical ability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

One Allied Way Manchester, CT 06042
Fold precision into every page and shape the quality of printing.
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 Operator(s) to join our growing bindery team.

Folder Operator

The Folder Operator is a key member of the bindery team, responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining folding machines to produce high-quality printed materials. This role ensures precise folds, slits, and creases according to job specifications while maintaining production efficiency and minimizing waste.

What You’ll Do:

• Set up and operate folder machines to produce printed materials to exact specifications.
• Adjust side guides, blades, rollers, tension screws, and creasing blades as required for each job.
• Operate machine to fold, slit, and score printed sheets.
• Monitor equipment during operation to maintain quality and efficiency.
• Troubleshoot minor issues and perform routine maintenance as needed.
• Handle materials safely and maintain a clean, organized work area.
• Stack and pack bound and finished products on pallet.

What You Bring:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 3–4 years of hands‑on folder operation experience preferred.
• Strong manual dexterity and ability to handle materials consistently.
• Excellent visual skills and attention to color accuracy.
• Knowledge of paper handling, folding processes, and the printing industry.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure.

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 shift 8:00am-4:00pm, 2nd shift 4:00pm-12:00am (12% differential), 3rd shift 12:00am-8:00am (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, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants and employees are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, genetic information, disability, military or veterans' 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.