Folder Gluer Operator

Company: WestRock
Location: Alamance
Posted on: March 16, 2026

Job Description:

Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions. We are materials scientists, packaging designers, mechanical engineers and manufacturing experts with a shared purpose: Innovate Boldly. Package Sustainably. Guided by our values of integrity, respect, accountability and excellence, we use leading science and technology to move fiber-based packaging forward. Relocation assistance may be provided. Hiring Immediately - Full Time Folder Gluer Operator - Mebane, NC 12 Hour shifts - Nightshift & Dayshift Available Pay based on experience and offering a $3.00/hr shift differential for nightshift What we offer: Medical, Dental and Vision benefits available immediately 401K with company match 80 hours of Paid Time Off and 12 Paid Holidays Other benefits such as company paid Long-Term & Short-Term Disability, Tuition Assistance and more Annual Reimbursement for Safety Shoes Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work. The Opportunity The Gluer Operator is responsible for running any gluer safely, producing conforming cartons at a high rate of speed to achieve production standards with minimal waste. Must complete all hourly checks and maintain quality consistent with cGMP practices and specifications. Must complete all production and process control documentation. Must relieve crew members for breaks, lunches and communicate with crew members to solve any problems that may arise quickly. What you need to succeed: Must be able to complete make readies on all gluers efficiently and complete all key areas of the Start Up Checklist prior to sign-off and start-up Determine machine speed and know approximate production at all times. Exceed minimum production standards Know approximately how much more cartons to glue and how many more cases are needed to complete an order Check and understand all detection systems, electronic counters as well as sensors Able to make machine adjustments in order to maintain machine at safety, quality and production standards Promote teamwork within crew to minimize machine downtime Check for scrap and quality defects on flat stock; continuously check for quality defects of the finished product Must strive to find ways to reduce variability in manufacturing processes to increase quality SmurfitWestrockJobs Candidates are required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, but before starting employment.

Keywords: WestRock, Durham , Folder Gluer Operator, Manufacturing , Alamance, North Carolina