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Folder/Gluer Operator Spartanburg, SC | $22-$27 / hr | Night Shift Experienced Folder/Gluer Operators-bring your skills to Quad and work with advanced packaging and finishing technology. Quad is ...

Folder/Gluer Operator Spartanburg, SC | $22-$27 / hr | Night Shift Experienced Folder/Gluer Operators--bring your skills to Quad and work with advanced packaging and finishing technology. Quad is ...

Folder/Gluer Operator Spartanburg, SC | $22-$27 / hr | Night Shift Experienced Folder/Gluer Operators--bring your skills to Quad and work with advanced packaging and finishing technology. Quad is ...

Folder/Gluer Operator Spartanburg, SC | $22-$27 / hr | Night Shift Experienced Folder/Gluer Operators--bring your skills to Quad and work with advanced packaging and finishing technology. Quad is ...

Folder/Gluer Operator Spartanburg, SC | $22-$27 / hr | Night Shift Experienced Folder/Gluer Operators--bring your skills to Quad and work with advanced packaging and finishing technology. Quad is ...

Folder/Gluer Operator Spartanburg, SC | $22-$27 / hr | Night Shift Experienced Folder/Gluer Operators--bring your skills to Quad and work with advanced packaging and finishing technology. Quad is ...

Folder/Gluer Operator Spartanburg, SC | $22-$27 / hr | Night Shift Experienced Folder/Gluer Operators--bring your skills to Quad and work with advanced packaging and finishing technology. Quad is ...

Folder/Gluer Operator Spartanburg, SC | $22-$27 / hr | Night Shift Experienced Folder/Gluer Operators--bring your skills to Quad and work with advanced packaging and finishing technology. Quad is ...

Folder/Gluer Operator Spartanburg, SC | $22-$27 / hr | Night Shift Experienced Folder/Gluer Operators--bring your skills to Quad and work with advanced packaging and finishing technology. Quad is ...

Folder/Gluer Operator Spartanburg, SC | $22-$27 / hr | Night Shift Experienced Folder/Gluer Operators--bring your skills to Quad and work with advanced packaging and finishing technology. Quad is ...

Folder/Gluer Operator Spartanburg, SC | $22-$27 / hr | Night Shift Experienced Folder/Gluer Operators--bring your skills to Quad and work with advanced packaging and finishing technology. Quad is ...

Folder/Gluer Operator Spartanburg, SC | $22-$27 / hr | Night Shift Experienced Folder/Gluer Operators--bring your skills to Quad and work with advanced packaging and finishing technology. Quad is ...

Finishing Location/Shift: Blue Ash, Ohio / 2nd ShiftEssential Function: The Folder/Gluer Operator is responsible for operating folder machines, producing high quality printing jobs, to meet customer ...

Oliver Inc . is seeking a **skilled and experienced Folding Gluer Operators **to join our high-performing Finishing Department. We are looking for an operator who brings strong technical ability, a ...

... finishing, packaging, or mechanical production experience are also encouraged to apply. What They're Looking For * 1+ years of Folder/Gluer operating experience preferred * Mechanical aptitude and ...

Oliver Inc . is seeking a **skilled and experienced Folding Gluer Operators **to join our high-performing Finishing Department. We are looking for an operator who brings strong technical ability, a ...

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How much do finishing gluer operator jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for finishing gluer operator in the United States is $18.11, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.35 and $19.71 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a finishing gluer operator?

Finishing Gluer Operators are skilled workers responsible for operating machines that fold, glue, and finish packaging materials such as boxes, cartons, or envelopes. They set up, adjust, and monitor gluing equipment to ensure products are assembled accurately and efficiently. Their duties also include troubleshooting machine issues, performing maintenance, and inspecting finished products for quality. This role is essential in the packaging and printing industries, ensuring that products are securely and neatly packaged for distribution.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a finishing gluer operator?

To thrive as a Finishing Gluer Operator, you need strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and experience with packaging machinery, often gained through vocational training or on-the-job experience. Familiarity with gluing equipment, production line systems, and quality control tools is typically required. Dependability, problem-solving skills, and effective communication help operators maintain production flow and resolve issues quickly. These skills are vital to ensure efficient, safe, and high-quality packaging output in a manufacturing environment.

What are some common challenges faced by finishing gluer operators, and how can they be addressed?

Finishing Gluer Operators often encounter challenges such as machine jams, inconsistent glue application, and maintaining high production speeds without sacrificing quality. Proactive machine maintenance, regular quality checks, and clear communication with the maintenance and quality assurance teams can help address these issues. Additionally, operators benefit from ongoing training and collaboration with colleagues to troubleshoot problems efficiently and ensure smooth workflow during high-volume periods.

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Infographic showing various Finishing Gluer Operator job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 37% Full Time, 61% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $37,670 per year, or $18.1 per hour.

3rd Shift Folder/Gluer Operator

Spartanburg, SC • On-site

$22 - $27/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 27 days ago


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Job description

Folder/Gluer Operator

Spartanburg, SC | $22-$27 / hr | Night Shift

Experienced Folder/Gluer Operators-bring your skills to Quad and work with advanced packaging and finishing technology.

Quad is hiring an experienced Folder/Gluer Operator at our Spartanburg, SC, facility. Our 82,000-square-foot Spartanburg facility specializes in innovative packaging solutions for the healthcare, pharmaceutical, consumer packaged goods, and retail industries. Using state-of-the-art sheetfed offset, narrow-web flexographic, die-cutting, and folder/gluer equipment, our team delivers exceptional quality in a clean, climate-controlled manufacturing environment.

Pay: $22-$27 / hour, based on experience
Schedule: Sunday-Thursday, 10 p.m.-6 a.m.
Relocation: Paid relocation assistance available for qualified candidates

Future Schedule: This position is expected to transition to a 12-hour schedule in the future. Details will be discussed during the interview process.

Previous folder/gluer machine operating experience is required.

What You'll Do

  • Set up and operate folder/gluer equipment
  • Review job specifications and prepare equipment for production
  • Monitor machine performance, quality, and production efficiency
  • Make adjustments and troubleshoot equipment issues
  • Perform routine machine maintenance
  • Inspect finished products to customer specifications
  • Support team members during production runs
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area

What We're Looking For

  • Previous folder/gluer machine operating experience is required
  • Bobst experience preferred; experience with other folder/gluer equipment will be considered
  • Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
  • Ability to read, write, and understand English to follow job instructions, safety procedures, and production documentation
  • Basic computer and math skills
  • Ability to stand for an 8-hour shift and perform repetitive hand and wrist movements
  • Ability to lift 10-15 lbs. regularly and up to 50 lbs. occasionally
  • Ability to work overtime and holidays as needed

What Quad?

Work with advanced folder/gluer, die-cutting, flexographic, and sheetfed technology while continuing to build your skills with an experienced manufacturing team.

If you're looking for competitive pay, relocation assistance, advanced equipment, and an opportunity to grow your packaging career, apply today.

Bring your Folder/Gluer experience. Build your career at Quad.

Actual pay will vary based on experience, skills, qualifications, proficiency, performance, shift, location, and other job-related factors. Total compensation may also include overtime and shift differentials.

As a global marketing experience company, Quad's goal is to help our clients win every day. We use our data-driven integrated marketing and manufacturing platform to streamline solutions for our clients, reduce friction and enhance their marketing spend effectiveness. We've built a rich legacy by believing in our people, allowing them to act like owners and to take charge of their own success. Whether an operator, sales rep, a graphic artist or a clinician, we're all driven to perform at our best- for ourselves and our clients. At our core, we're a company that believes we can always create a better way.
We offer comprehensive benefits for eligible employees including medical, prescription, dental and vision insurance, 401(k) retirement savings, paid time off, holidays and additional benefits.

Quad is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a place of belonging - a space where employees do not need to sacrifice who they are to exist and grow in our workplace. Quad does not discriminate on any unlawful basis including race, religion, color, national origin, disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Quad also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories.

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