Fold and Glue Supervisor

Premier Packaging Corporation•West Henrietta, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

At Premier Packaging, the Fold & Glue Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the overall performance of the folding and gluing department, ensuring safety, quality, efficiency, and team performance across all shifts. This role directly supervises Folder Gluer Setup Operators and Fold & Glue Operators on 1st shift while also providing leadership oversight and operational direction to Supervisors on 2nd and 3rd shifts. The Fold & Glue Supervisor works closely with Scheduling, Die Cutting, Quality, and Maintenance to ensure production schedules are achieved while maintaining Premier Packaging’s standards for safety, product quality, and operational efficiency. This position combines technical expertise, operational leadership, and people management to ensure consistent production performance and continuous improvement across the Fold & Glue department.

Requirements

10+ years of experience operating or setting up Folder/Gluer equipment in a manufacturing or packaging environment (BOBST experience preferred).
Demonstrated experience supervising or leading production employees in a manufacturing environment.
Strong understanding of folding carton production flow, quality control standards, and safety practices.
Ability to be on your feet for the duration of an 8+ hour shift.
Ability to lift up to 25 lbs frequently and up to 50 lbs occasionally.
Frequent bending, stooping, and standing.
Ability to perform basic math and apply problem-solving skills.
Willingness and ability to work overtime when required to meet production needs.
Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
Hands-on manufacturing leadership style with strong floor presence
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced production environment
Detail-oriented with a strong focus on quality and safety
Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
Dependable, accountable, and team-focused
Ability to lead by example and reinforce operational standards

Nice To Haves

BOBST experience preferred

Responsibilities

Oversee the daily folding and gluing operations to ensure production schedules, quality standards, and efficiency targets are achieved.
Directly supervise Folder Gluer Setup Operators and Fold & Glue Operators on 1st shift.
Provide leadership guidance and operational support to Supervisors on 2nd and 3rd shifts.
Ensure effective shift-to-shift communication to maintain operational continuity across all shifts.
Monitor production performance and address issues that impact throughput, quality, or machine efficiency.
Partner with Scheduling to align production priorities and ensure on-time order completion.
Provide advanced technical oversight inclusive of structure set up documentation and standardization for fold and glue operations and machine performance.
Support and complete complex setups, troubleshooting, and operational problem-solving when required.
Monitor fold and glue performance metrics and implement improvements to reduce waste and improve throughput.
Support technically complex production runs requiring elevated expertise.
Lead, coach, and develop the Fold & Glue production team to ensure strong performance and engagement.
Provide direction and support to shift Leads to maintain consistent expectations and operational standards across shifts.
Participate in hiring, training, and development of Setup Operators, Leads, and Operators.
Conduct performance feedback and address attendance, conduct, and performance issues when necessary.
Promote teamwork, accountability, and a positive production environment.
Ensure all folding and gluing operations meet customer specifications and internal quality standards.
Partner with Quality to investigate and resolve quality issues.
Reinforce adherence to ISO, CGMP, safety, and company policies.
Ensure consistent quality control practices across all shifts.
Support machine setup, troubleshooting, and operational problem-solving when required.
Partner with Maintenance to identify equipment issues, preventive maintenance needs, and repair priorities.
Reinforce safe work practices and ensure employees follow all safety procedures.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe production environment.
Identify opportunities to improve machine efficiency, reduce waste, and optimize production workflows.
Partner with Operations leadership to implement process improvements and operational best practices.
Encourage employee feedback and engagement in improving folding and gluing operations.
Support initiatives that strengthen department performance and operational consistency across shifts.