Bookbinding Gluing Worker
せいほんのりさしこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
This occupation involves applying glue to printed signatures, attaching covers, and binding books or booklets. It includes manual work and machine operation to ensure the strength and precision of the finish.
Description
Bookbinding gluing workers align printed signatures (groups of pages) in order, apply adhesives to the spine using gluing machines or by hand, and combine them with covers to bind books or booklets. There are various types of adhesives such as water-based glue, hot-melt glue, and PUR glue, which are selected according to the purpose and paper quality. After gluing, they are securely fixed with a pressing press, and then the sides are trimmed to finish. To maintain binding quality, careful attention is required in machine settings and paper handling.
Future Outlook
Due to decreasing demand for printed materials and advancing automation, manpower is decreasing, but demand for skilled technicians remains in special binding and small-lot multi-variety production.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Contract employee / Dispatched employee / Factory work / Shift work
Career Path
Bookbinding Operator → Bookbinding Team Leader → Bookbinding Technician → Printing Factory Administrator
Required Skills
Bookbinding machine operation / Handling of paper signatures / Manual dexterity / Understanding of adhesive types and properties
Recommended Skills
Machine maintenance knowledge / Quality control / Safety and health management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because small misalignments or excesses/deficiencies in application amount affect binding quality. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because the work mainly follows established procedures. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Because work is performed following instructions. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because quantitative calculations are hardly required. |
| Stress Tolerance | Large stress is minimal due to repetition of the same work. |
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