Typical Tasks
Read work orders to determine instructions and specifications for machine set-up.
Trim edges of books to size, using cutting machines, book trimming machines, or hand cutters.
Lubricate, clean, or make minor repairs to machine parts to keep machines in working condition.
Examine stitched, collated, bound, or unbound product samples for defects, such as imperfect bindings, ink spots, torn pages, loose pages, or loose or uncut threads.
Set up or operate machines that perform binding operations, such as pressing, folding, or trimming.
A day in the life
What kind of work is this?
Realistic
Practical, Physical Work
Conventional
Organized, Procedural Work
Artistic
Conceptual, Creative Work
What personality traits do you need to succeed?
Attention to Detail
Integrity
Independence
Dependability
Self-Control
Adaptability/Flexibility
What key skills are needed for this job?
Operations Monitoring
Critical Thinking
Reading Comprehension
Monitoring
Judgment and Decision Making
Quality Control Analysis
Expected Knowledge
Administration and Management
Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.
Production and Processing
Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
Mechanical
Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
Common Activities
Controlling Machines and Processes
Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles).
Getting Information
Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings
Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.
