Lead Folder Gluer Operator Carton Finishing

Accurate Paper Box; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Accurate Paper Box in Knoxville, TN is seeking an experienced Lead Folder Gluer Operator to run high-speed carton production with precision. You will set up gluers, monitor glue application and folding accuracy, drive waste reduction, and lead line personnel to maintain quality standards.

The role requires strong mechanical aptitude, extensive setup experience, and a mindset focused on ownership and performance. Competitive compensation and benefits included.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years operating folder gluers in folding carton production.
• Experience with high-speed, straight-line and specialty cartons.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Proven ability to minimize downtime and waste.
• Leadership experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate high-speed folder gluers
• Ensure proper glue application and carton integrity
• Optimize belt timing, compression, and folding accuracy
• Reduce waste during setup and production
• Monitor output and maintain tight quality tolerances
• Lead line personnel
• Troubleshoot mechanical and glue system issues

Skills

Folder gluer operation

Mechanical aptitude

Downtime reduction

Leadership experience

Quality control

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Position Title

Lead Folder Gluer Operator

Department

Finishing

Reports To

Production Manager

Position Summary

We are hiring experienced folder gluer operators who can run high-speed carton production with precision and consistency. This position requires strong setup skills, mechanical understanding, and the ability to drive performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up and operate high-speed folder gluers
• Ensure proper glue application and carton integrity
• Optimize belt timing, compression, and folding accuracy
• Reduce waste during setup and production
• Monitor output and maintain tight quality tolerances
• Lead line personnel
• Troubleshoot mechanical and glue system issues

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 to 10 years operating folder gluers in folding carton production
• Experience with high-speed, straight-line and specialty cartons
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Proven ability to minimize downtime and waste
• Leadership experience preferred

What We Expect

• Ownership mindset
• High output orientation
• Discipline in setup precision
• Ability to push machine capability while protecting quality