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       CODE: 653.662-010 Buy the DOT:Download/CD-ROM
TITLE(s): STITCHING-MACHINE OPERATOR (print. & pub.) alternate titles: machine operator; finishing
machine operator; stitcher operator
Sets up and operates machine to automatically gather, stitch, and trim folded signatures or flat
sheets of paper to form paperbound books, magazines, pamphlets, catalogs, or booklets: Examines work
order to determine work instructions. Adjusts feeder pockets to size of folded signatures or flat
sheets. Adjusts air pressure pump to separate sheets. Sets stitchers for specified length and
thickness of stitch and threads stitching wire into machine. Sets trimmer knives to trim three sides
of publication to specified size. Starts machine and makes trial run. Readjusts machine setup if
necessary, and regulates machine speed. Takes periodic readings of counter and records number of
publications produced or examines samples periodically for defects and records number as indicated
on counter to determine when problem occurred. Gives directions to crewmembers engaged in feeding
and off bearing activities. May feed and off bear machine. May oil, grease, and clean machine parts
and make minor repairs to keep machine in working condition. May be designated according to type of
stitching machine operated as Saddle-Stitching-Machine Operator (print. & pub.). May set up and
operate machine to apply glue to backs of books prior to trimming and be designated
Side-Stitching-Machine Operator (print. & pub.). May set up and operate related stitching machines.
GOE: 06.02.04 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M1 L2 SVP: 6 DLU: 89
ONET CROSSWALK: 92525 Bindery Machine Setters and Set-Up Operators
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