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Sews gathered and collated signatures by hand to form book preparatory to binding: Stretches holding cords over workbench frame. Positions signatures in frame according to numbered sequence and attaches signatures to holding cords, using needle and thread. Wraps cloth tape around frame to compress signatures and sews signatures together to form book. Routes book to binding department.

Personality Traits


Team Player: You're able to listen, communicate, and work with tons of different people.

Reliable: You can always be counted on to do a good job.

Detail Oriented: You pay close attention to all the little details.

Salary and Education


How much does a Hand Stitcher make?

Nationally: $17,000 – $37,000

Main education level: Certificate

source: US Dept of Labor


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