General Information Job ID ATR65114 Posting Job Title Folder Gluer Operator Trainee Locations NC Hendersonville Employment Type Full Time Date Posted 28-Jul-2026 Relocation Support No Description ...
General Information Job ID ATR65114 Posting Job Title Folder Gluer Operator Trainee Locations NC Hendersonville Employment Type Full Time Date Posted 28-Jul-2026 Relocation Support No Description ...
Folder Gluer Operator
Mebane, NC · On-site
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General Information Job ID ATR63541 Posting Job Title Folder Gluer Operator Locations NC Mebane Employment Type Full Time Date Posted 28-Jul-2026 Relocation Support No Description & Requirements ...
Folder Gluer Operator
Mebane, NC · On-site
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General Information Job ID ATR63541 Posting Job Title Folder Gluer Operator Locations NC Mebane Employment Type Full Time Date Posted 28-Jul-2026 Relocation Support No Description & Requirements ...
Folder Gluer Operator
Allegan, MI · On-site
General Information Job ID ATR65559 Posting Job Title Folder Gluer Operator Locations MI Allegan Employment Type Full Time Date Posted 07-Aug-2026 Relocation Support No Description & Requirements ...
Folder Gluer Operator
Allegan, MI · On-site
General Information Job ID ATR65559 Posting Job Title Folder Gluer Operator Locations MI Allegan Employment Type Full Time Date Posted 07-Aug-2026 Relocation Support No Description & Requirements ...
Folder Gluer Operator
Buford, GA · On-site
After a series of skills assessments and additional training, the Gluer Operator I will learn to independently set up and operate the folder/gluer machine to fold materials and glue edges to form ...
Folder Gluer Operator
Buford, GA · On-site
After a series of skills assessments and additional training, the Gluer Operator I will learn to independently set up and operate the folder/gluer machine to fold materials and glue edges to form ...
Folder Gluer Operator
Plainfield, NJ · On-site
$29/hr
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General Information Job ID ATR57881 Posting Job Title Folder Gluer Operator Locations NJ S Plainfield Employment Type Full Time Date Posted 23-Jul-2026 Relocation Support Yes Description ...
Folder Gluer Operator
Plainfield, NJ · On-site
$29/hr
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General Information Job ID ATR57881 Posting Job Title Folder Gluer Operator Locations NJ S Plainfield Employment Type Full Time Date Posted 23-Jul-2026 Relocation Support Yes Description ...
Folder Gluer Operator
Peachtree City, GA · On-site
PROLIM (www.prolim.com) is currently seeking Folder Gluer Operator for one of our top Client for Location - Peachtree City, GA Qualified candidates can directly send your updated resume and contact ...
Folder Gluer Operator
Peachtree City, GA · On-site
PROLIM (www.prolim.com) is currently seeking Folder Gluer Operator for one of our top Client for Location - Peachtree City, GA Qualified candidates can directly send your updated resume and contact ...
GLUER OPERATOR
Charlotte, NC · On-site
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High Quality CARTON Division of JRCI is searching for a FOLDER GLUER OPERATOR to set up, run, and monitor a folding carton folder/gluer machine to produce finished good within quality and efficiency ...
GLUER OPERATOR
Charlotte, NC · On-site
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High Quality CARTON Division of JRCI is searching for a FOLDER GLUER OPERATOR to set up, run, and monitor a folding carton folder/gluer machine to produce finished good within quality and efficiency ...
Folder Gluer Operator
Plainfield, NJ · On-site
$29/hr
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General Information Job ID ATR57881 Posting Job Title Folder Gluer Operator Locations NJ S Plainfield Employment Type Full Time Date Posted 23-Jul-2026 Relocation Support Yes Description ...
Folder Gluer Operator
Plainfield, NJ · On-site
$29/hr
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General Information Job ID ATR57881 Posting Job Title Folder Gluer Operator Locations NJ S Plainfield Employment Type Full Time Date Posted 23-Jul-2026 Relocation Support Yes Description ...
Folder Gluer Operator
Eutaw, AL · On-site
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General Information Job ID ATR61644 Posting Job Title Folder Gluer Operator Locations AL Eutaw Employment Type Full Time Date Posted 31-Jul-2026 Relocation Support No Description & Requirements ...
Folder Gluer Operator
Eutaw, AL · On-site
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General Information Job ID ATR61644 Posting Job Title Folder Gluer Operator Locations AL Eutaw Employment Type Full Time Date Posted 31-Jul-2026 Relocation Support No Description & Requirements ...
Folder Gluer Operator
$25 - $31/hr
A large New Jersey full-service folding carton packaging company looking for experienced Folder Gluer operators to join their team. Job Purpose: Printed materials by setting up and operating folding ...
Folder Gluer Operator
$25 - $31/hr
A large New Jersey full-service folding carton packaging company looking for experienced Folder Gluer operators to join their team. Job Purpose: Printed materials by setting up and operating folding ...
Folder Gluer Operator Trainee
Marion, NC · On-site
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General Information Job ID ATR56893 Posting Job Title Folder Gluer Operator Trainee Locations NC Marion Employment Type Full Time Date Posted 06-Jul-2026 Relocation Support No Description ...
Folder Gluer Operator Trainee
Marion, NC · On-site
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General Information Job ID ATR56893 Posting Job Title Folder Gluer Operator Trainee Locations NC Marion Employment Type Full Time Date Posted 06-Jul-2026 Relocation Support No Description ...
Folder Gluer Operator Trainee
Marion, NC · On-site
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General Information Job ID ATR56893 Posting Job Title Folder Gluer Operator Trainee Locations NC Marion Employment Type Full Time Date Posted 06-Jul-2026 Relocation Support No Description ...
Folder Gluer Operator Trainee
Marion, NC · On-site
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General Information Job ID ATR56893 Posting Job Title Folder Gluer Operator Trainee Locations NC Marion Employment Type Full Time Date Posted 06-Jul-2026 Relocation Support No Description ...
Folder Gluer Operator
Philadelphia, PA · On-site
$25 - $31/hr
A large Philadelphia full-service folding carton packaging company looking for experienced Folder Gluer operators to join their team. Job Purpose: Printed materials by setting up and operating ...
Folder Gluer Operator
Philadelphia, PA · On-site
$25 - $31/hr
A large Philadelphia full-service folding carton packaging company looking for experienced Folder Gluer operators to join their team. Job Purpose: Printed materials by setting up and operating ...
Folder Gluer Operator
Conway, AR · On-site
$25.34/hr
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Folder Gluer Operator Pay Rate: $25.34/hour + shift differential Category/Shift: Hourly Full-Time Monday - Friday 2 pm - 10 pm Monday- Friday 10pm-6am *Must be willing to work overtime and weekends ...
Folder Gluer Operator
Conway, AR · On-site
$25.34/hr
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Folder Gluer Operator Pay Rate: $25.34/hour + shift differential Category/Shift: Hourly Full-Time Monday - Friday 2 pm - 10 pm Monday- Friday 10pm-6am *Must be willing to work overtime and weekends ...
Folder Gluer Operator
$25 - $31/hr
A large New Jersey full-service folding carton packaging company looking for experienced Folder Gluer operators to join their team. Job Purpose: Printed materials by setting up and operating folding ...
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Folder Gluer Operator
$25 - $31/hr
A large New Jersey full-service folding carton packaging company looking for experienced Folder Gluer operators to join their team. Job Purpose: Printed materials by setting up and operating folding ...
Folder Gluer Operator
Franklin, WI · On-site
$25/hr
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Quad Packaging is seeking Folder/Gluer Operators for our Franklin, WI location. We have an opening on the second shift. This is your opportunity to enhance your skills working with the industry ...
Folder Gluer Operator
Franklin, WI · On-site
$25/hr
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Quad Packaging is seeking Folder/Gluer Operators for our Franklin, WI location. We have an opening on the second shift. This is your opportunity to enhance your skills working with the industry ...
Folder Gluer Operator
Clifton, NJ · On-site
$25 - $31/hr
A large New Jersey full-service folding carton packaging company looking for experienced Folder Gluer operators to join their team. Job Purpose: Printed materials by setting up and operating folding ...
Folder Gluer Operator
Clifton, NJ · On-site
$25 - $31/hr
A large New Jersey full-service folding carton packaging company looking for experienced Folder Gluer operators to join their team. Job Purpose: Printed materials by setting up and operating folding ...
General Information Job ID ATR65114 Posting Job Title Folder Gluer Operator Trainee Locations NC Hendersonville Employment Type Full Time Date Posted 28-Jul-2026 Relocation Support No Description ...
General Information Job ID ATR65114 Posting Job Title Folder Gluer Operator Trainee Locations NC Hendersonville Employment Type Full Time Date Posted 28-Jul-2026 Relocation Support No Description ...
Folder Gluer Operator
Greenville, TX · On-site
Folder Gluer Operator Safety Ensure all safety procedures are followed at all times. Hold employees accountable for working within established rules and for proactively identifying and removing ...
Folder Gluer Operator
Greenville, TX · On-site
Folder Gluer Operator Safety Ensure all safety procedures are followed at all times. Hold employees accountable for working within established rules and for proactively identifying and removing ...
Folder Gluer Operator
Franklin, WI · On-site
$25/hr
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Quad Packaging is seeking Folder/Gluer Operators for our Franklin, WI location. We have an opening on the second shift. This is your opportunity to enhance your skills working with the industry ...
Folder Gluer Operator
Franklin, WI · On-site
$25/hr
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Quad Packaging is seeking Folder/Gluer Operators for our Franklin, WI location. We have an opening on the second shift. This is your opportunity to enhance your skills working with the industry ...
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| Aspect | Temporary Folder Gluer Operator | Box Maker |
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| Credentials | High school diploma or equivalent, training on machinery | High school diploma, specialized training or apprenticeship |
| Work Environment | Manufacturing plant, operating folding and gluing machines | Manufacturing facility, assembling boxes from flat sheets |
| Industry Usage | Printing and packaging industry, primarily in corrugated and folding carton production | Packaging industry, producing various types of boxes and cartons |
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Full-time
Posted 19 days ago
Smurfit Westrock rating
7.2
Based on 277 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
61st of 119 rated packaging manufacturers
Job description
Job ID
ATR65114
Posting Job Title
Folder Gluer Operator Trainee
Locations
NC Hendersonville
Employment Type
Full Time
Date Posted
28-Jul-2026
Relocation Support
No
Description & Requirements
Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is the go-to leader and partner of choice in sustainable packaging. We are dedicated to creating efficient and scalable paper and packaging solutions to help solve complex packaging challenges. Guided by our values of safety, loyalty, integrity and respect, we are committed to delivering meaningful value for shareholders, customers, employees and the communities where we operate.
GENERAL PURPOSE: Train to become a proficient, competent Gluer Operator by working with and assisting the Glue Operators. Learn to make mechanical adjustments and set up equipment according to the job ticket specifications. Learn to maintain and operate gluing machine(s) at the required production speeds while controlling quality, waste, safety, and housekeeping standards.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
• Learn to set up jobs according to job ticket instruction and approved structure
• Review job tickets for specifications, set-up time, run speed, labels, folding orientation, skid size, skid height, quantity, ship date and any special instructions
• Learns to run equipment at the required speeds while maintaining quality, waste and safety standards
• Follows all standard operating procedures relevant to job, position and department
• Learns to monitor production schedules checking for current job and next scheduled job
• Uses hand tools as needed to form cartons correctly
• Verifies Feeder, Packer and Pad-Lockers have the proper materials
• Complete all production reports and/or logbooks
• Learns to verify that counts and reports are correct
• Trains to prepare for future runs to enable quick and efficient set-ups
• Aids other Operators and assists Feeders and Packers as needed
• Perform routine and preventive maintenance including lubrication and repairs to equipment except for electrical problem.
• Maintains records as required daily
• Keeps work area neat and clean
• Works with and assists gluer operator with operation of folder/gluer in accordance with customer specifications and current Standard Operating Procedures with the goal of learning to perform work independently
• Works with and assists gluer operator with make-ready, feeder, pre-fold, final fold, and delivery with the goal of learning to perform work independently
• Assists with set up of glue system, bar code scanners and pack station with goal of learning to do work independently
• Performs other job duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS:
• This position will train as a packer/feeder before beginning Folder Gluer training
• Must have the ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedural manuals.
• Ability to maintain good attendance.
• Willing to work overtime as needed; significant overtime may be required during busy periods
• Basic computer skills
• Able to perform basic arithmetic including addition, subtraction, multiplication and division
• Must meet required criteria every six months as outlined in the training matrix
• Must be able to perform all essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodation.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.
Employee is required to: sit, stand, walk, talk, see, and hear.
Candidates are required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, but before starting employment.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.
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