Post job

What is a binder and how to become one

Updated January 8, 2025
2 min read
ScoreBinderUS Average
Salary
2.7

Avg. Salary $33,944

Avg. Salary $59,228

Diversity
3.1
Race

American Indian and Alaska Native 0.52%

Asian 8.74%

Black or African American 8.85%

Hispanic or Latino 15.80%

Unknown 4.19%

White 61.91%

Gender

female 54.26%

male 45.74%

Age - 53
Race

American Indian and Alaska Native 3.00%

Asian 7.00%

Black or African American 14.00%

Hispanic or Latino 19.00%

White 57.00%

Gender

female 47.00%

male 53.00%

Age - 53
Stress level
5.8

Stress level is manageable

7.1 - high

Complexity level
7.4

Complexity level is challenging

7 - challenging

Work life balance
6.9

Work life balance is good

6.4 - fair

Binder career paths

Key steps to become a binder

  1. Explore binder education requirements

    Most common binder degrees

    High School Diploma

    44.7 %

    Bachelor's

    23.3 %

    Associate

    16.5 %
  2. Start to develop specific binder skills

    SkillsPercentages
    Stitching42.08%
    Collating32.17%
    Assembly Line16.41%
    Business Cards9.35%
  3. Complete relevant binder training and internships

    Accountants spend an average of 1-3 months on post-employment, on-the-job training. New binders learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as a binder based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real binder resumes.
  4. Research binder duties and responsibilities

    • Accomplish at graphic design, run very large commercial book binding machinery.
    • Examine finished books for damages also in shipping also do book repairs and run the reace machine
    • Load materials and books into machines and equipment for binding or stitching.
    • Used trimmer, stitcher, label machine, inkjet, strapper, shrink wrapper to produces books to customer requirements.
  5. Get binder experience

    Generally, it takes 2-4 years to become a binder. The most common roles before becoming a binder include cashier, customer service representative team lead and machine operator.
  6. Prepare your binder resume

    When your background is strong enough, you can start writing your binder resume.

    You can use Zippia's AI resume builder to make the resume writing process easier while also making sure that you include key information that hiring managers expect to see on a binder resume. You'll find resume tips and examples of skills, responsibilities, and summaries, all provided by Zippi, your career sidekick.

    Choose from 10+ customizable binder resume templates

    Build a professional binder resume in minutes. Browse through our resume examples to identify the best way to word your resume. Then choose from 10+ resume templates to create your binder resume.
    Binder Resume
    Binder Resume
    Binder Resume
    Binder Resume
    Binder Resume
    Binder Resume
    Binder Resume
    Binder Resume
    Binder Resume
  7. Apply for binder jobs

    Now it's time to start searching for a binder job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

    1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
    2. Consult your professional network
    3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
    4. Watch out for job scams

How did you land your first binder job

Zippi

Are you a binder?

Share your story for a free salary report.

Average binder salary

The average binder salary in the United States is $33,944 per year or $16 per hour. Binder salaries range between $25,000 and $45,000 per year.

Average binder salary
$33,944 Yearly
$16.32 hourly

What am I worth?

salary-calculator

How do binders rate their job?

Working as a binder? Share your experience anonymously.
Overall rating*
Career growth
Work/Life balance
Pay/Salary

Updated January 8, 2025

Zippia Research Team
Zippia Team

Editorial Staff

The Zippia Research Team has spent countless hours reviewing resumes, job postings, and government data to determine what goes into getting a job in each phase of life. Professional writers and data scientists comprise the Zippia Research Team.

Browse production and manufacturing jobs