Print Binding and Finishing Workers
SOC Code: 51-5113 Job Zone 2: Some Preparation Needed
Bind books and other publications or finish printed products by hand or machine. May set up binding and finishing machines.
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Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for Print Binding and Finishing Workers. Hourly rates x 2,080 = annual.
FY2027 Weighted Lottery Impact
| Level | Lottery Entries | Est. Selection Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Level I (Entry) | 1 entry | ~16% |
| Level II (Qualified) | 2 entries | ~31% |
| Level III (Experienced) | 3 entries | ~45% |
| Level IV (Expert) | 4 entries | ~61% |
Prevailing Wages by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Level I | Level II | Level III | Level IV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gulfport-Biloxi, MS | $58,718 | $73,237 | $87,755 | $102,274 |
| Hattiesburg, MS | $55,286 | $70,866 | $86,445 | $102,024 |
| Lower East Mississippi nonmetropolitan area | $35,651 | $54,912 | $74,173 | $93,434 |
| Lower West Mississippi nonmetropolitan area | $35,214 | $54,101 | $72,966 | $91,853 |
| Jackson, MS | $35,214 | $54,101 | $72,966 | $91,853 |
| Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $33,280 | $47,382 | $61,485 | $75,587 |
| Lexington Park, MD | $33,405 | $45,365 | $57,304 | $69,264 |
| Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA | $38,542 | $45,802 | $53,082 | $60,341 |
| Yuba City, CA | $38,418 | $45,656 | $52,874 | $60,112 |
| Napa, CA | $37,835 | $44,803 | $51,792 | $58,760 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Operations Monitoring | 3.4 | |
| Critical Thinking | 3.2 | |
| Monitoring | 3.1 | |
| Judgment and Decision Making | 3.1 | |
| Reading Comprehension | 3.1 | |
| Speaking | 3.0 | |
| Complex Problem Solving | 3.0 | |
| Quality Control Analysis | 3.0 | |
| Equipment Maintenance | 2.9 | |
| Operation and Control | 2.9 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| Administration and Management | 3.5 |
| Production and Processing | 3.4 |
| Mechanical | 3.2 |
| Customer and Personal Service | 3.1 |
| English Language | 2.9 |
| Mathematics | 2.9 |
| Administrative | 2.8 |
| Education and Training | 2.7 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| High school diploma | 87.9% |
| Less than high school | 4.3% |
| Some college | 3.8% |
| Associate's degree | 2.8% |
| Post-secondary certificate | 1.2% |
Typical Tasks
- Maintain records, such as daily production records, using specified forms.
- Monitor machine operations to detect malfunctions or to determine whether adjustments are needed.
- Read work orders to determine instructions and specifications for machine set-up.
- Set up or operate bindery machines, such as coil binders, thermal or tape binders, plastic comb binders, or specialty binders.
- Set up or operate glue machines by filling glue reservoirs, turning switches to activate heating elements, or adjusting glue flow or conveyor speed.
- Set up or operate machines that perform binding operations, such as pressing, folding, or trimming.
- Stitch or glue endpapers, bindings, backings, or signatures, using sewing machines, glue machines, or glue and brushes.
- Trim edges of books to size, using cutting machines, book trimming machines, or hand cutters.
Technology Skills
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