Book Binders and Bindery Workers
Bookbinders and bindery workers cut and glue parts or run machines to bind new books or magazines.
7%
23%
70%
National data for bookbinders and bindery workers (SOC 51-5010)
$17,960
$25,520
$40,420
$8.64
$12.27
$19.43
Based on Nebraska Wage Figures
High school diploma or GEDOn-the-job training
• Work a standard 40-hour week
BOOKBINDERS AND BINDERY WORKERS will:
Use both hands and machines to bind books
Learn skills on the job from experienced worker
Usually work alone with machines
BOOKBINDERS AND BINDERY WORKERS frequently:
Use hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls
Stand for long periods of time. This applies more to bindery workers
Repeat movements over and over
Bend or twist their body
It is important that BOOKBINDERS AND BINDERY WORKERS be able to:
Make quick, precise adjustments to machine controls
Use fingers or hands to grasp, move, or assemble objects
Hold the arm and hand in one position or hold the hand steady while moving the arm
See details of objects that are less than a few feet away
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