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Binding and Finishing Machine Operators  (NOC 9473)
Prince Edward Island
Description |  Titles |  Duties |   Related Occupations

Binding and finishing machine operators set up, operate or oversee the operation of specific machines, equipment or computerized units that bind and finish printed material. Workers who perform finishing operations in the paper, carton and packaging industries, as well as those who encode and stamp plastic cards, are included in this unit group. They are employed by binderies, commercial printing companies, newspapers, magazines, and other publishing companies, and establishments in both the public and private sectors that have in-house printing, binding and finishing departments.

Cerlox binder operator, binder – printing, binder and finisher, bindery operator, bookbinder, machine, bookbinding machine operator, cutter operator – printing, finishing machine operator – printing, foil stamper – printing, gathering machine set-up operator – printing, gold leaf stamper, laminating machine operator, perforator operator – printing, stitcher operator – printing.

The following is a summary of the main duties for some occupations in this unit group:
  • Binding and finishing machine operators set up and operate various specialized equipment and machines that cut, fold, gather and finish brochures, magazines, books, business forms and other printed material.
  • Specialty finishing equipment operators set up and operate various specialized equipment and machines that die cut, emboss, imprint, laminate, heat stamp and perform other finishing operations on printed material.
Included Cities in Region | Service Canada Offices

Charlottetown, Summerside, Alberton, Cornwall, Kensington, Montague, Souris, Stratford

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Outlook & Prospects for Binding and Finishing Machine Operators in Prince Edward Island

The future forecast and current conditions for an occupation can vary based on location or due to changes in the economy, technology, or demand for a product or service.

Local Employment Potential Information

Table on the employment potential for Binding and Finishing Machine Operators in Prince Edward Island as well as in the rest of the Prince Edward Island.
Location Employment Potential Release Date
Prince Edward Island Limited 2012-03-06

Employment prospects for binding and finishing machine operators are expected to be limited in 2012-2013 because only a small number of people in this occupation are employed in the local area.

Employment opportunities in this occupation are considered to be below average or relatively weak in the local area. However, a limited outlook should not prevent anyone from pursuing a specific career in which they are interested.

Local Labour Market News

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