Folder/Gluer Operator

Bobst Folder/Gluer Operator

Unleash your potential at Quad don't miss out! Ready to supercharge your career and make a lasting impact? At Quad, we're excited to welcome ambitious individuals who are driven to excel. Are you mechanically inclined or maintenance-savvy? Ready to take on a new challenge? Look no further! We're on the hunt for motivated, detail-oriented individuals to join our vibrant team on the 2nd shift as a Bobst Folder/Gluer Operator, in Spartanburg, SC. Your adventure to success begins now grab this opportunity!

Our 82,000 sq. ft. facility in Spartanburg, SC is a state-of-the-art packaging plant that serves a diverse range of clients, including medical, pharmaceutical and well known liquor and tobacco brands. We offer Sheetfed offset, and narrow-web flexo, along with die cutting and custom folding/gluing, all supported by advanced inline quality control systems.

The facility is well-lit with both natural and artificial lighting, climate-controlled, and impeccably clean. We take great pride in fostering a friendly, team-oriented atmosphere where everyone collaborates to achieve our goals!

Headquartered in Wisconsin, Quad is a global marketing experience company, that helps brands connect with consumers through state-of-the-art technology and data-driven intelligence. With approximately 12,000 employees in 14 countries, we serve around 2,500 clients, including industry-leading blue-chip companies that serve both business and consumers in multiple industry verticals, with particular focus on commerce, including retail, consumer packaged goods, and direct-to-consumer; financial services, and health. Quad is ranked among the largest agency companies in the U.S. by Ad Age, buoyed by its full service media agency, Rise, and creative agency, Betty. Quad is also one of the largest commercial printers in North America, according to Printing Impressions.

This is your opportunity to enhance your skills working with the industry's most advanced packaging equipment. Plus, with a tradition of innovation, a history of strength, and a supportive culture behind you, your career will be primed for advancement. We have openings on the 2nd shift and are looking for candidates who are flexible and could work any of the shift options, as production needs do change from time to time:

2 pm 10 pm M-F

Essential functions of this position include:

• Prepare for Operation - Check order documentation, verify accuracy, and communicate order information and additional instructions to support staff to prepare for order production. Establish the most efficient manner to run the product through the assigned machine to produce the expected quality and quantity. Make ready for production by setting up the machine.
• Operate Gluer Machine - Operate assigned equipment following Company policies and procedures. Observe and monitor machine operations to determine whether adjustments are needed. Perform routine adjustments as needed. Direct support staff as needed to complete orders.
• Perform Maintenance - Observe and monitor machine operations to determine whether adjustments are needed. Perform basic maintenance and troubleshooting of assigned equipment during shift.
• Perform Quality Checks - Complete quality checklist(s) and perform quality checks of the product throughout to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Perform Line Clearance - Clean assigned area by removing all products from the line, trash, boxes, and other supplies associated with a completed order.
• EXAMPLES OF POWERED EQUIPMENT USED: Folding and gluing machines, automatic sealing equipment, inserters, tape heads, computers, trash compactor, automatic labelers (EAM), and roller-conveyor table.

Required qualifications:

• Previous Bobst folder/gluer experience in the printing/packaging fields is highly desired, but will consider all operators with folder/gluer experience.
• The ideal candidate will support operational productivity and Company profitability by assisting with the operation of printing press machinery to accurately and efficiently produce products to customer specifications and Company quality standards.
• Able to perform work-related functions requiring the ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide.
• Interpret instructions, job orders, production sheets, and work-related documents.
• Must have strong mechanical skills and aptitude.
• Able to communicate problems and malfunctions to co-workers and lead/management.
• Ability to work 8-hour shifts, with overtime and holidays as required (OT paid over 40 hours per week).
• Ability to lift 10-15 pounds continuously, ability to lift to 50 pounds occasionally, stand long hours (8-hour shift), use hands and wrists continuously in controlled movement, receive and follow instructions, and use vision to identify defects.

The actual rate of pay offered will vary based upon, but not limited to: education, skills, experience, proficiency, performance, shift, and location. In addition to base salary, depending on the role, the total compensation package may also include overtime and shift differentials. Quad offers benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, disability insurance, annual discretionary match to 401(k) based on company performance, life insurance, and other voluntary supplemental insurance coverages, plus childbirth short-term disability insurance, paid parental leave, adoption & surrogacy benefits, pet insurance and more!

If you're ready to take the next step in your career with Quad, apply today and become part of a team that values growth, innovation, and your potential to excel.