94152

Binding and finishing machine operators

TEER 4 — High-school diploma or several weeks of training

Express Entry skill level: No
Regulated in Québec: No
In demand in Manitoba: No

Classification

Manufacturing & utilities

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Definition

Binding and finishing machine operators set up, operate or oversee the operation of 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.

Main duties

This group performs some or all of the following duties:
Set up and operate specialized equipment and machines that cut, fold, gather and bind or finish brochures, pamphlets, business forms, magazines, books and other printed material
Set up and operate specialized equipment and machines that die cut, emboss, imprint, laminate, heat stamp and perform other finishing operations on printed material
Perform pre-production runs of binding or finishing jobs to verify output and to ensure that product specifications are met
Operate automatic and semi-automatic equipment and machines to bind or finish print material according to specifications
Pack, weigh and stack bound and finished products on pallet for shipment
May repair and rebind damaged or worn books.

Example job titles

•binder - printing
•binder and finisher
•bindery operator
•bookbinding machine operator
•Cerlox binder operator
•cutter operator - printing
•finishing machine operator - printing
•foil stamper - printing

Overview

Under the National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021 system, NOC 94152 designates Binding and Finishing Machine Operators. These workers operate and tend a variety of specialized machinery used to bind and finish printed materials such as books, magazines, pamphlets, and catalogs. Their primary responsibilities include setting up, operating, and maintaining folding, cutting, gathering, stitching, and adhesive-binding machines. They are commonly employed by commercial printing companies, specialized bookbinderies, and publishing houses across Canada.

As a TEER 4 occupation, employment requirements typically include the completion of secondary school, combined with on-the-job training provided by employers. Previous experience as a helper in a printing or binding environment is often considered an asset. For Canadian immigration, individuals qualified under NOC 94152 may pursue pathways such as the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP) or various provincial streams under the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) tailored for intermediate-skilled workers.

Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Please consult Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) or a licensed immigration professional for official guidance.

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Occupation data: Statistics Canada / ESDC — National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021.