Folder Operator

Job Overview

Folder Equipment Operator – Fridley, MN. Responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining folding equipment to meet production goals while ensuring safety compliance.

• Setup, operate, and monitor complex folding machinery.
• Conduct inspections, preventive maintenance, and troubleshoot malfunctions to minimize downtime.
• Train and mentor new and existing employees on equipment operation, safety protocols, best practices, and quality expectations.
• Delegate tasks, serve as a positive role model, and maintain teamwork and accountability.
• Provide regular updates to the Production Supervisor on equipment status, production metrics, and issues.
• Maintain accurate records of equipment performance, production output, and maintenance activities.
• Ensure compliance with safety, DOT, HAZMAT, environmental regulations and departmental policies.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area, using PPE consistently.
• Enter data for timekeeping, job costing, and MRP job tracking.
• Setup equipment for new products and complex projects.
• Manage materials, request required items to maintain productivity.

• Machine operation experience, preferably with folding equipment.
• Ability to comprehend number sequencing and recognize errors.
• Proficient with numbers and mechanical aptitude.
• Regular attendance, ability to follow written and verbal directions.
• Flexibility for overtime and changing priorities; ability to handle multiple projects.
• Team-oriented, constructive interaction with plant employees.
• Service-oriented, high energy, friendly demeanor.
• Proficiency in standing for prolonged periods, lifting/pushing/pulling up to 25+ lbs.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

3rd Shift: Monday–Friday, 10:00pm – 6:00am.

Hourly range: $18.00–$23.00, dependent on qualifications, experience, and location, as part of Taylor Corporation’s total compensation and benefits package.

Comprehensive benefits include health, dental, vision, wellness programs, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, 401(k) with company match, paid time off (PTO), and 64 hours of annual holiday pay.

Taylor Corporation is an equal‑opportunity employer. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. The Employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.