Details Report

Updated 2006

Details Report for:
51-5011.00 - Bindery Workers

Set up or operate binding machines that produce books and other printed materials.

Sample of reported job titles: Bindery Worker, Machine Operator, Binder Operator, Bindery Operator, Bindery Production Manager, Production Associate, Bindery Technician, Bindery Cutter Operator, Bindery Helper, Folder Operator

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Tasks Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Importance	Category	Task
87	Core	Read work orders to determine setup specifications and instructions.
84	Core	Examine stitched, collated, bound, and unbound product samples for defects such as imperfect bindings, ink spots, torn or loose pages, and loose and uncut threads.
83	Core	Start machines and make trial runs to verify accuracy of machine setups.
81	Core	Set up, or set up and operate, machines that perform binding operations such as pressing, folding, and trimming on books and related articles.
79	Core	Move controls to adjust and activate bindery machines.
77	Core	Observe and monitor machine operations to detect malfunctions and to determine whether adjustments are needed.
77	Core	Install and adjust bindery machine devices, such as knives, guides, rollers, rounding forms, creasing rams, and clamps, in order to accommodate sheets, signatures, or books of specified sizes, using hand tools.
75	Core	Maintain records of daily production, using specified forms.
75	Core	Fill machine paper feeds.
72	Core	Lubricate and clean machine parts, and make minor repairs in order to keep machines in working condition.
71	Core	Feed books and related articles such as periodicals and pamphlets into binding machines, following specifications.
69	Core	Remove printed material or finished products from machines or conveyors, wrap products in plastic, and stack them on pallets or skids or pack them in boxes.
68	Core	Clean work areas, and maintain equipment and work stations, using hand tools.
65	Core	Stock supplies such as signatures, books, or paper.
59	Core	Punch holes in paper sheets, and fasten sheets, signatures, or other material, using hand or machine punches or staplers.
77	Supplemental	Set machine controls to adjust lengths and thicknesses of folds, stitches, or cuts, to synchronize speed of feeding devices and stitching, and to adjust tension on creasing blades and folding rollers.
74	Supplemental	Record production sheet information such as the amount of time spent on specific tasks.
72	Supplemental	Fill glue reservoirs, turn switches to activate heating elements, and adjust flow of glue and speed of conveyors.
72	Supplemental	Secure reels of stitching wire on spindles, and thread wire through feeding, cutting, stitch forming, and driving mechanisms to load stitcher heads for stapling.
71	Supplemental	Stitch or glue endpapers, bindings, and signatures to attach them.
71	Supplemental	Open machines and remove and replace damaged covers and books, using hand tools.
66	Supplemental	Mount and secure rolls or reels of wire, cloth, paper, or other material onto machine spindles.
66	Supplemental	Crease or compress signatures before affixing covers; then place paper jackets on finished books.
64	Supplemental	Stop machines, cut threads that connect books, and stack separated books.
63	Supplemental	Remove broken wire pieces from machines, and load machines with new spools of wire.
61	Supplemental	Train workers to set up, operate, and use automatic bindery machines.
55	Supplemental	Thread spirals in perforated holes of items to be bound, using spindles or rollers.

Knowledge Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Importance		Knowledge
59		Production and Processing — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
50		Mechanical — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
35		Customer and Personal Service — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
33		Mathematics — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
32		English Language — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
30		Education and Training — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.
28		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.
28		Public Safety and Security — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions.
23		Computers and Electronics — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.
22		Engineering and Technology — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.
20		Design — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
19		Personnel and Human Resources — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, training, compensation and benefits, labor relations and negotiation, and personnel information systems.
16		Transportation — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea, or road, including the relative costs and benefits.
15		Clerical — Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, stenography and transcription, designing forms, and other office procedures and terminology.
14		Chemistry — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances and of the chemical processes and transformations that they undergo. This includes uses of chemicals and their interactions, danger signs, production techniques, and disposal methods.
13		Communications and Media — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and methods. This includes alternative ways to inform and entertain via written, oral, and visual media.
12		Building and Construction — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of houses, buildings, or other structures such as highways and roads.
12		Economics and Accounting — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial markets, banking and the analysis and reporting of financial data.
11		Sales and Marketing — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products or services. This includes marketing strategy and tactics, product demonstration, sales techniques, and sales control systems.
10		Psychology — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation; psychological research methods; and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders.
9		Therapy and Counseling — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and mental dysfunctions, and for career counseling and guidance.
7		Biology — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interdependencies, and interactions with each other and the environment.
7		Foreign Language — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition and grammar, and pronunciation.
7		Geography — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, and air masses, including their physical characteristics, locations, interrelationships, and distribution of plant, animal, and human life.
7		Law and Government — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, executive orders, agency rules, and the democratic political process.
7		Medicine and Dentistry — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities. This includes symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions, and preventive health-care measures.
7		Physics — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships, and applications to understanding fluid, material, and atmospheric dynamics, and mechanical, electrical, atomic and sub- atomic structures and processes.
7		Telecommunications — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of telecommunications systems.
6		Philosophy and Theology — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their basic principles, values, ethics, ways of thinking, customs, practices, and their impact on human culture.
4		Fine Arts — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform works of music, dance, visual arts, drama, and sculpture.
3		History and Archeology — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civilizations and cultures.
2		Sociology and Anthropology — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human migrations, ethnicity, cultures and their history and origins.
0		Food Production — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food products (both plant and animal) for consumption, including storage/handling techniques.

Skills Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Importance		Skill
73		Quality Control Analysis — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.
72		Operation and Control — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
70		Equipment Maintenance — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind of maintenance is needed.
67		Reading Comprehension — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
64		Operation Monitoring — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.
62		Repairing — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
61		Active Learning — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
59		Active Listening — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
59		Time Management — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
59		Troubleshooting — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
58		Instructing — Teaching others how to do something.
58		Speaking — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
55		Systems Analysis — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, and the environment will affect outcomes.
53		Equipment Selection — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
51		Coordination — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
51		Mathematics — Using mathematics to solve problems.
50		Monitoring — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
48		Learning Strategies — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things.
48		Systems Evaluation — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed to improve or correct performance, relative to the goals of the system.
45		Installation — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.
44		Complex Problem Solving — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
43		Critical Thinking — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
43		Judgment and Decision Making — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
40		Management of Material Resources — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materials needed to do certain work.
40		Service Orientation — Actively looking for ways to help people.
39		Technology Design — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
39		Writing — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
38		Management of Personnel Resources — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best people for the job.
37		Operations Analysis — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
35		Negotiation — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
32		Social Perceptiveness — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
24		Persuasion — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
21		Management of Financial Resources — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for these expenditures.
19		Programming — Writing computer programs for various purposes.
18		Science — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.

Abilities Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Importance		Ability
63		Arm-Hand Steadiness — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one position.
63		Control Precision — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehicle to exact positions.
63		Manual Dexterity — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects.
60		Multilimb Coordination — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or one leg and one arm) while sitting, standing, or lying down. It does not involve performing the activities while the whole body is in motion.
60		Near Vision — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
60		Problem Sensitivity — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem.
60		Rate Control — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in anticipation of changes in the speed and/or direction of a moving object or scene.
60		Static Strength — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
60		Trunk Strength — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the body repeatedly or continuously over time without 'giving out' or fatiguing.
56		Reaction Time — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sound, light, picture) when it appears.
53		Finger Dexterity — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble very small objects.
53		Information Ordering — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according to a specific rule or set of rules (e.g., patterns of numbers, letters, words, pictures, mathematical operations).
53		Oral Comprehension — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
53		Speech Clarity — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
53		Written Comprehension — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
50		Auditory Attention — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distracting sounds.
50		Deductive Reasoning — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
50		Extent Flexibility — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
50		Far Vision — The ability to see details at a distance.
50		Oral Expression — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
47		Inductive Reasoning — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).
47		Perceptual Speed — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among sets of letters, numbers, objects, pictures, or patterns. The things to be compared may be presented at the same time or one after the other. This ability also includes comparing a presented object with a remembered object.
47		Selective Attention — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted.
47		Speech Recognition — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
47		Visual Color Discrimination — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of color and brightness.
44		Flexibility of Closure — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or sound) that is hidden in other distracting material.
41		Category Flexibility — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping things in different ways.
41		Depth Perception — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you, or to judge the distance between you and an object.
41		Gross Body Coordination — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together when the whole body is in motion.
41		Hearing Sensitivity — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch and loudness.
41		Stamina — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getting winded or out of breath.
41		Visualization — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when its parts are moved or rearranged.
41		Written Expression — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand.
38		Dynamic Strength — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This involves muscular endurance and resistance to muscle fatigue.
38		Response Orientation — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two or more different signals (lights, sounds, pictures). It includes the speed with which the correct response is started with the hand, foot, or other body part.
35		Mathematical Reasoning — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a problem.
35		Speed of Closure — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into meaningful patterns.
35		Speed of Limb Movement — The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
31		Gross Body Equilibrium — The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unstable position.
31		Number Facility — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
31		Time Sharing — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of information (such as speech, sounds, touch, or other sources).
28		Wrist-Finger Speed — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists.
25		Fluency of Ideas — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas is important, not their quality, correctness, or creativity).
25		Memorization — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and procedures.
22		Originality — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situation, or to develop creative ways to solve a problem.
3		Dynamic Flexibility — The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with your body, arms, and/or legs.
3		Glare Sensitivity — The ability to see objects in the presence of glare or bright lighting.
3		Peripheral Vision — The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes are looking ahead.
3		Sound Localization — The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.
3		Spatial Orientation — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know where other objects are in relation to you.
0		Explosive Strength — The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping or sprinting), or to throw an object.
0		Night Vision — The ability to see under low light conditions.

Work Activities Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Importance		Work Activity
78		Getting Information — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources. read work order, instructions, formulas, or processing charts
76		Handling and Moving Objects — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things. collate printed materials fabricate, assemble, or disassemble manufactured products by hand load or unload material or workpiece into machinery package goods for shipment or storage wrap products
71		Controlling Machines and Processes — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles). operate collating machine operate printing equipment/machinery use hand or power tools
71		Performing General Physical Activities — Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials. apply adhesives, caulking, sealants, or coatings clean rooms or work areas load, unload, or stack containers, materials, or products move or fit heavy objects
69		Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
67		Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems. monitor production machinery/equipment operation to detect problems
62		Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects. examine products or work to verify conformance to specifications maintain consistent production quality perform safety inspections in manufacturing or industrial setting
61		Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
60		Making Decisions and Solving Problems — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
56		Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.
50		Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity.
49		Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of mechanical (not electronic) principles. adjust production equipment/machinery setup clean equipment or machinery install equipment or attachments on machinery or related structures maintain or repair industrial or related equipment/machinery set up production equipment or machinery
48		Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.
46		Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
44		Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
43		Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
43		Processing Information — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.
42		Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.
42		Scheduling Work and Activities — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
41		Analyzing Data or Information — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.
41		Documenting/Recording Information — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form. maintain production or work records
41		Training and Teaching Others — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others. demonstrate or explain assembly or use of equipment
38		Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
35		Coaching and Developing Others — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills.
34		Thinking Creatively — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.
33		Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance.
32		Developing and Building Teams — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.
31		Developing Objectives and Strategies — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them.
29		Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines, devices, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of electrical or electronic (not mechanical) principles.
28		Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to tell others about how devices, parts, equipment, or structures are to be fabricated, constructed, assembled, modified, maintained, or used.
26		Assisting and Caring for Others — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other personal care to others such as coworkers, customers, or patients.
26		Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, such as forklifts, passenger vehicles, aircraft, or water craft.
23		Provide Consultation and Advice to Others — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical, systems-, or process-related topics.
23		Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, or otherwise negotiating with others.
21		Selling or Influencing Others — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or actions.
17		Interacting With Computers — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.
15		Communicating with Persons Outside Organization — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organization to customers, the public, government, and other external sources. This information can be exchanged in person, in writing, or by telephone or e-mail.
15		Monitoring and Controlling Resources — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
14		Staffing Organizational Units — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organization.
13		Performing Administrative Activities — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files and processing paperwork.
8		Performing for or Working Directly with the Public — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving customers in restaurants and stores, and receiving clients or guests.

Work Context Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Context		Work Context
95		Spend Time Standing — How much does this job require standing?
90		Sounds, Noise Levels Are Distracting or Uncomfortable — How often does this job require working exposed to sounds and noise levels that are distracting or uncomfortable?
86		Face-to-Face Discussions — How often do you have to have face-to-face discussions with individuals or teams in this job?
83		Pace Determined by Speed of Equipment — How important is it to this job that the pace is determined by the speed of equipment or machinery? (This does not refer to keeping busy at all times on this job.)
82		Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls — How much does this job require using your hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools or controls?
80		Time Pressure — How often does this job require the worker to meet strict deadlines?
79		Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions — How much does this job require making repetitive motions?
71		Importance of Being Exact or Accurate — How important is being very exact or highly accurate in performing this job?
70		Contact With Others — How much does this job require the worker to be in contact with others (face-to-face, by telephone, or otherwise) in order to perform it?
67		Exposed to Contaminants — How often does this job require working exposed to contaminants (such as pollutants, gases, dust or odors)?
67		Work With Work Group or Team — How important is it to work with others in a group or team in this job?
64		Duration of Typical Work Week — Number of hours typically worked in one week.
64		Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets — How much does this job require wearing common protective or safety equipment such as safety shoes, glasses, gloves, hard hats or life jackets?
61		Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled — How often does this job require working indoors in non-controlled environmental conditions (e.g., warehouse without heat)?
61		Spend Time Bending or Twisting the Body — How much does this job require bending or twisting your body?
60		Importance of Repeating Same Tasks — How important is repeating the same physical activities (e.g., key entry) or mental activities (e.g., checking entries in a ledger) over and over, without stopping, to performing this job?
58		Spend Time Walking and Running — How much does this job require walking and running?
56		Responsible for Others' Health and Safety — How much responsibility is there for the health and safety of others in this job?
56		Structured versus Unstructured Work — To what extent is this job structured for the worker, rather than allowing the worker to determine tasks, priorities, and goals?
55		Coordinate or Lead Others — How important is it to coordinate or lead others in accomplishing work activities in this job?
55		Physical Proximity — To what extent does this job require the worker to perform job tasks in close physical proximity to other people?
53		Exposed to Hazardous Equipment — How often does this job require exposure to hazardous equipment?
53		Indoors, Environmentally Controlled — How often does this job require working indoors in environmentally controlled conditions?
52		Freedom to Make Decisions — How much decision making freedom, without supervision, does the job offer?
51		Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results — How do the decisions an employee makes impact the results of co-workers, clients or the company?
49		Responsibility for Outcomes and Results — How responsible is the worker for work outcomes and results of other workers?
44		Level of Competition — To what extent does this job require the worker to compete or to be aware of competitive pressures?
43		Consequence of Error — How serious would the result usually be if the worker made a mistake that was not readily correctable?
41		Frequency of Decision Making — How frequently is the worker required to make decisions that affect other people, the financial resources, and/or the image and reputation of the organization?
39		Exposed to Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, or Stings — How often does this job require exposure to minor burns, cuts, bites, or stings?
37		Frequency of Conflict Situations — How often are there conflict situations the employee has to face in this job?
36		Degree of Automation — How automated is the job?
31		Telephone — How often do you have telephone conversations in this job?
30		Deal With Unpleasant or Angry People — How frequently does the worker have to deal with unpleasant, angry, or discourteous individuals as part of the job requirements?
30		Letters and Memos — How often does the job require written letters and memos?
30		Very Hot or Cold Temperatures — How often does this job require working in very hot (above 90 F degrees) or very cold (below 32 F degrees) temperatures?
29		Spend Time Kneeling, Crouching, Stooping, or Crawling — How much does this job require kneeling, crouching, stooping or crawling?
28		Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions — How often does this job require working in cramped work spaces that requires getting into awkward positions?
28		Deal With External Customers — How important is it to work with external customers or the public in this job?
27		Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting — How often does this job require working in extremely bright or inadequate lighting conditions?
24		In an Open Vehicle or Equipment — How often does this job require working in an open vehicle or equipment (e.g., tractor)?
19		Outdoors, Exposed to Weather — How often does this job require working outdoors, exposed to all weather conditions?
17		Electronic Mail — How often do you use electronic mail in this job?
15		Outdoors, Under Cover — How often does this job require working outdoors, under cover (e.g., structure with roof but no walls)?
14		Spend Time Keeping or Regaining Balance — How much does this job require keeping or regaining your balance?
12		Public Speaking — How often do you have to perform public speaking in this job?
11		Spend Time Sitting — How much does this job require sitting?
9		Exposed to Disease or Infections — How often does this job require exposure to disease/infections?
9		In an Enclosed Vehicle or Equipment — How often does this job require working in a closed vehicle or equipment (e.g., car)?
9		Work Schedules — How regular are the work schedules for this job?
7		Exposed to Hazardous Conditions — How often does this job require exposure to hazardous conditions?
5		Deal With Physically Aggressive People — How frequently does this job require the worker to deal with physical aggression of violent individuals?
4		Wear Specialized Protective or Safety Equipment such as Breathing Apparatus, Safety Harness, Full Protection Suits, or Radiation Protection — How much does this job require wearing specialized protective or safety equipment such as breathing apparatus, safety harness, full protection suits, or radiation protection?
2		Spend Time Climbing Ladders, Scaffolds, or Poles — How much does this job require climbing ladders, scaffolds, or poles?
1		Exposed to High Places — How often does this job require exposure to high places?
0		Exposed to Radiation — How often does this job require exposure to radiation?
0		Exposed to Whole Body Vibration — How often does this job require exposure to whole body vibration (e.g., operate a jackhammer)?

Job Zone Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Component	Description
Title	Job Zone Two: Some Preparation Needed

Overall Experience	Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience may be helpful in these occupations, but usually is not needed. For example, a teller might benefit from experience working directly with the public, but an inexperienced person could still learn to be a teller with little difficulty.

Job Training	Employees in these occupations need anywhere from a few months to one year of working with experienced employees.

Job Zone Examples	These occupations often involve using your knowledge and skills to help others. Examples include sheet metal workers, forest fire fighters, customer service representatives, pharmacy technicians, salespersons (retail), and tellers.

SVP Range	(4.0 to < 6.0)

Education	These occupations usually require a high school diploma and may require some vocational training or job-related course work. In some cases, an associate's or bachelor's degree could be needed.

There are 4 recognized apprenticeable specialties associated with this occupation:
Bindery-Machine Setter; Bindery Worker; Casing-in-Line Setter; Folding-Machine Operator

To learn about specific apprenticeship opportunities, please consult the U.S. Department of Labor State Apprenticeship Information website.

For general information about apprenticeships, training, and partnerships with business, visit the U.S. Department of Labor Office of Apprenticeship website.

Interests Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Occupational Interest		Interest
100		Realistic — Realistic occupations frequently involve work activities that include practical, hands-on problems and solutions. They often deal with plants, animals, and real-world materials like wood, tools, and machinery. Many of the occupations require working outside, and do not involve a lot of paperwork or working closely with others.
45		Conventional — Conventional occupations frequently involve following set procedures and routines. These occupations can include working with data and details more than with ideas. Usually there is a clear line of authority to follow.
28		Investigative — Investigative occupations frequently involve working with ideas, and require an extensive amount of thinking. These occupations can involve searching for facts and figuring out problems mentally.
11		Enterprising — Enterprising occupations frequently involve starting up and carrying out projects. These occupations can involve leading people and making many decisions. Sometimes they require risk taking and often deal with business.
6		Artistic — Artistic occupations frequently involve working with forms, designs and patterns. They often require self-expression and the work can be done without following a clear set of rules.
0		Social — Social occupations frequently involve working with, communicating with, and teaching people. These occupations often involve helping or providing service to others.

Work Styles Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Importance		Work Style
74		Dependability — Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations.
67		Attention to Detail — Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.
62		Cooperation — Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude.
59		Initiative — Job requires a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.
57		Concern for Others — Job requires being sensitive to others' needs and feelings and being understanding and helpful on the job.
57		Self Control — Job requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations.
56		Adaptability/Flexibility — Job requires being open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the workplace.
54		Independence — Job requires developing one's own ways of doing things, guiding oneself with little or no supervision, and depending on oneself to get things done.
52		Achievement/Effort — Job requires establishing and maintaining personally challenging achievement goals and exerting effort toward mastering tasks.
52		Integrity — Job requires being honest and ethical.
52		Persistence — Job requires persistence in the face of obstacles.
52		Stress Tolerance — Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high stress situations.
50		Leadership — Job requires a willingness to lead, take charge, and offer opinions and direction.
45		Innovation — Job requires creativity and alternative thinking to develop new ideas for and answers to work-related problems.
42		Social Orientation — Job requires preferring to work with others rather than alone, and being personally connected with others on the job.
38		Analytical Thinking — Job requires analyzing information and using logic to address work-related issues and problems.

Work Values Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Extent		Work Value
61		Support — Occupations that satisfy this work value offer supportive management that stands behind employees. Corresponding needs are Company Policies, Supervision: Human Relations and Supervision: Technical.
33		Relationships — Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to provide service to others and work with co-workers in a friendly non-competitive environment. Corresponding needs are Co-workers, Moral Values and Social Service.
22		Working Conditions — Occupations that satisfy this work value offer job security and good working conditions. Corresponding needs are Activity, Compensation, Independence, Security, Variety and Working Conditions.
17		Achievement — Occupations that satisfy this work value are results oriented and allow employees to use their strongest abilities, giving them a feeling of accomplishment. Corresponding needs are Ability Utilization and Achievement.
17		Independence — Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employs to work on their own and make decisions. Corresponding needs are Creativity, Responsibility and Autonomy.
17		Recognition — Occupations that satisfy this work value offer advancement, potential for leadership, and are often considered prestigious. Corresponding needs are Advancement, Authority, Recognition and Social Status.

Related Occupations Save Table (XLS/CSV)

51-4031.00	Cutting, Punching, and Press Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic
51-4033.00	Grinding, Lapping, Polishing, and Buffing Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic
51-4072.00	Molding, Coremaking, and Casting Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic
51-4081.00	Multiple Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic
51-4122.00	Welding, Soldering, and Brazing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders
51-5022.00	Prepress Technicians and Workers
51-5023.00	Printing Machine Operators
51-6091.00	Extruding and Forming Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Synthetic and Glass Fibers
51-9032.00	Cutting and Slicing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders
51-9191.00	Cementing and Gluing Machine Operators and Tenders

Education

Percentage of Respondents	Education Level Attained
70	High school or less
23	Some college
7	Bachelor's degree or higher

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics survey of employees aged 25-44.

Wages & Employment Trends

National

Category	Occupation Information
Median wages (2007)	$12.73 hourly, $26,470 annual

Employment (2006)	65,000 employees

Projected growth (2006-2016)	Decline rapidly (-10% or lower)

Projected need (2006-2016)	9,000 additional employees

Details Report for: 51-5011.00 - Bindery Workers