Folding-Gluer Setup & Quality Operator - 2nd Shift

Oliver, Inc.; Hauppauge (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Relocation Bonus

Competitive pay

Family-oriented culture

Modern equipment

Job summary

Oliver Inc is seeking a Folding-Gluer Operator for the 2nd shift to own setup, operation, and quality outcomes of our folding-gluer line. You will turn specifications into production-ready settings and deliver consistent, high-quality results.

You’ll configure stations, optimize fold sequences, deck glue systems, and ensure carton integrity with automated inspection while maintaining inventory and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Background as a Folding-Gluer Operator in printing, packaging or folding-carton environments.
• Hands-on experience with Bobst or equivalent equipment.
• Mechanical strength with problem-solving to address equipment and quality issues.
• Understanding of glue systems, scoring, folding sequences, and carton design.
• Ability to interpret production layouts and job tickets; skilled with calipers, rulers, and gauges.
• Competence in math, including measurements and conversions.
• Detail orientation, clear communication, and teamwork.
• Comfort working in a high-speed manufacturing setting.

Responsibilities

• Configure key stations: feeder, glue system, plow/fold plates, compression, pack station, and quality inspection systems.
• Optimize fold sequence, glue placement, paperboard thickness, and score alignment.
• Deploy automated, computer-driven inspection to verify quality at speed.
• Continuously watch the run, correcting variances to protect accuracy and carton integrity.
• Perform preventive maintenance and minor repairs to keep uptime high.
• Read job tickets, confirm schedules, track materials, and maintain precise inventory counts.
• Finish strong: complete post-run cleanup and maintain a safe, organized work cell.
• Model safety-first behaviors and contribute to continuous improvement.

Skills

Folding-Gluer operation

Mechanical troubleshooting

Reading job tickets

Calipers & gauges

Math & conversions

Teamwork

High-speed manufacturing

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Bobst equipment experience

Job description

Oliver Inc is seeking a Folding-Gluer Operator for the 2nd shift to own setup, operation, and quality outcomes of our folding-gluer line. You will turn specifications into production-ready settings and deliver consistent, high-quality results.

You’ll configure stations, optimize fold sequences, deck glue systems, and ensure carton integrity with automated inspection while maintaining inventory and safety standards.