Print Binding and Finishing Workers

General Information

Description

Bind books and other publications or finish printed products by hand or machine. May set up binding and finishing machines.

Business Breakdown

People in this career work in these sectors.

Private, for profit91.79%
Self-employed3.07%
Private, not for profit2.82%
State and local government1.55%
Federal government0.25%

Workplace at a Glance

What you can expect to experience while on the job

Responsibility
Exposure to job hazards
Physical activity
Decision making
Repetitiveness
Level of competition
Time pressure

Industry areas

Arts, Audio/Video Technology & Communications

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Salary

Average Salary

Salary

$36,590

State-by-state Salary

Gray states indicate no data available

$48,050

$21,080

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Education

Most Common Education Levels

People in this career achieve this level of education.

High school 87%
Less than high school 4%
Post-secondary certificate 3%
Associate's degree 2%
Some college 1%
Master's degree 0%
Doctoral degree 0%
Bachelor's degree 0%
Post baccalaureate 0%
Post-doctoral training 0%
Post-master's certificate 0%
First professional degree 0%

Knowledge

Mechanical
Production and Processing
Administration and Management
Mathematics
Customer and Personal Service

Skills at a Glance

Skills helpful in this career

Verbal skills
Critical thinking & problem solving
Equipment operation & maintenance
Math & science skills
Technology design & control
Leadership

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* Military pay may be higher based on specialty pays or bonuses. Learn more about Military benefits.

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