Book Binder

Book Binder – Journeyman

• Responsible for finishing and binding books
• Responsible for cutting and assembling
• Required to stamp covers and pack books into boxes

Responsibilities

• Gluing and stitching components into the cover
• Using manually operating machines
• Attaching end papers into the body of the book
• Trimming books edges to size
• Applying colour to signages and edges
• Meeting the book designers to discuss final products
• Glue outside end papers to final cover
• Plan finished books to press until drying is complete

Bookbinder Reg

• Must have Grade 12
• Must have National diploma
• Previous work experience as a bookbinder (5 years min)
• Creative design skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent fine- motor skills
• Detailed knowledge of book composition material
• Ability to operate hand and machine cutting tools
• Detailed oriented
• Ability to work in strict deadline
• Ability to have experience in bonding
• Assembler experience is an advantage