Bookbinding Worker
せいほんさぎょういん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Processes and binds paper media such as books, booklets, and pamphlets using bookbinding machines or by hand.
Description
Bookbinding workers shape printed pages with cutting machines and folding machines, bind them using saddle stitchers or perfect binders, and perform finishing tasks such as spine pasting and cover attachment. In addition to machine operation, they ensure accuracy in dimensions and positions through manual adjustments and quality inspections to complete products. They maintain factory safety and hygiene while handling small-lot variety production to mass production.
Future Outlook
Although job openings are generally declining due to reduced demand for paper media, demand for skilled technicians persists in high value-added and specialty bookbinding fields.
Personality Traits
Courteous and Polite / Craftsman Spirit / Patient / Physically Fit
Work Style
Contract Employee / Factory Employment / Permanent Employee / Shift Work / Standing Work
Career Path
Bookbinding Worker (Apprentice) → Bookbinding Worker → Bookbinding Technician → Bookbinding Line Leader → Production Control
Required Skills
Adhesive Application / Alignment / Bookbinding Machine Operation / Cutting Machine Operation / Folding Machine Operation
Recommended Skills
Forklift Operation / Machine Maintenance / Quality Inspection / Safety and Health Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because bookbinding requires precision in dimensions and positions |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to prolonged standing work and handling heavy materials |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Centered on routine tasks, creativity is not required |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because there are few complex calculations, only simple quantity checks |
Related Qualifications
- Forklift Operation Skills Training Completion
- Printing Technician
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