Folder Gluer Operator

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 & 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 : Sets up and performs mechanical adjustments to folding/gluing machines for production of cartons.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS :

• Demonstrates competency in all basic and advanced folds; straight line, auto bottom, internals and inner partitions.
• Locates items for machines based on gluing schedule for machines.
• Reviews job requirements and specifications, prepares paperwork for production accountability and daily time sheets
• Checks OK samples for gluing requirements.
• Prepares make-ready, feeder, pre-fold, final fold and delivery.
• Sets up glue system, bar code scanners and pack station.
• Operates folder/gluer in accordance with customer specifications and current standard operating procedures.
• Maintains equipment and machine area.

• Performs other job duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS :

• Must have a minimum of two years' experience operating a folding / gluing machine
• Must be able to effectively direct feeders/catchers and packers to start and stop working based upon equipment or quality issues.
• Must be technically inclined and able to perform mechanical adjustments to folder/gluer.
• Must be willing to work overtime as needed; significant overtime may be required during busy periods.
• Must be able to perform all essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodation.

The starting rate is $29 per hour, depending on your role, level, and location. The benefits for this role may include short-term bonus incentive, health, dental and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts or health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and paid sick leave as required by applicable state/local law, 10 days of paid vacation, and 11 days of paid holidays, subject to annual change. Your actual pay will be based on your work location and other factors, such as your skills, experience, and education. To learn more about the specific salary range for your preferred location, please contact your recruiter during the hiring process. You may apply online at and the application window is expected to close by 7/22/2026.

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.