Current Openings
Stahl Folding Machine Operator / Bindery Operator
Saharanpur, UP
From
Goodluck Publishers Ltd
About the Job
Stahl Folding Machine Operator / Bindery Operator
Technical Skills
High School Diploma or Equivalent: A secondary school certificate or equivalent provides the foundational literacy, basic maths, and measurement skills required to read job tickets, calculate quantities, and interpret specs
• Machine Setup & Changeovers:
o Set up and adjust buckle plates, deflectors, roller pressures, slitter/perforating shafts, and cross-folding knife units based on job tickets and sample layouts.
o Configure feeders (flat pile or round continuous pile) and alignment guides to ensure smooth, jam-free paper feeding.
• Production & Operation:
o Operate the Stahlfolder efficiently to meet target production quotas while minimising waste and downtime.
o Monitor folding accuracy, squareness, and register throughout the run, making micro-adjustments as needed.
o Handle various stock types ranging from lightweight papers (pharmaceutical/Bible stocks) to heavy cover weights and laminated sheets.
• Quality Assurance:
o Inspect folded signatures for defects such as cracking, dog-ears, wrinkling, tracking errors, or static buildup.
o Verify page sequences and pagination alignment against customer proofs or dummy samples.
• Maintenance & Troubleshooting:
o Perform routine preventive maintenance, including cleaning folding rollers, checking air pumps, and lubricating moving parts.
o Troubleshoot mechanical feed issues, jams, or electronic sensor errors quickly to reduce machine downtime.
o Maintain a clean and organized work area around the folding line.
• Technical Skills:
o Deep knowledge of post-press folding mechanics, roller settings, and slitter/score/perforate blade positioning.
o Understanding of paper characteristics (GSM, grain direction, humidity impact, and coating types).
o Ability to read and interpret complex job tickets, imposition layouts, and folding diagrams.
Total Experience
Minimum 2 to 5 years of hands-on experience operating Stahl folding machines (TH, KH, or TI series)
Location
Saharanpur, UP
Salary
As per Industry Standard
Call
+91 80575 00831
Notes
Stahl folding machines Operator - https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rUyuUmIkooi8Bm9o08oUhDSPCGeWyK-s/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=118210587070759412405&rtpof=true&sd=true
The Stahl Folding Machine Operator is responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining systems (buckle plate and combination folders) to process printed sheets into accurate signatures, inserts, and folded collateral. The role requires a strong understanding of paper weights, grain directions, folding geometry, and quality control to ensure precise folds at optimal production speeds.