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Careers / Office Machine Operators, Except Computer |
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Summary Description |
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Operate one or more of a variety of office machines, such as photocopying, photographic, and duplicating machines, or other office machines. |
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Sample Job Titles |
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Braille Coder |
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Braille Duplicating Machine Operator |
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Business Machine Operator |
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Check Embosser |
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Check Writing Machine Operator |
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Clerical Offset Duplicating Machine Operator |
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Coin Machine Operator |
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Coin Rolling Machine Operator |
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Coin Wrapping Machine Operator |
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Collating Machine Operator |
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Collator Operator |
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Compotype Operator |
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Copy Center Operator |
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Copy Machine Operator |
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Copy Operator |
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Copy Room Technician |
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Copy Technician |
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Dexigraph Operator |
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Ditto Machine Operator |
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Document Photographer |
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Duplicating Machine Operator |
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Duplicator |
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Dupligraph Operator |
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Embossing Machine Operator |
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Graphic Designer |
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Graphics Production Specialist |
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Graphotype Operator |
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Impress Associate |
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Key Operator |
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Line-O-Scribe Operator |
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31. |
Machine Operator |
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Mail Clerk |
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Micro Photographer |
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Microfilm Camera Operator |
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Microfilm Machine Operator |
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Microfilm Mounter |
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Microfilm Operator |
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Microfilm or Microfiche Camera Operator |
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Microfilmer |
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Mimeograph Operator |
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Mimeographer |
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Multigraph Operator |
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Multigrapher |
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Multilith Operator |
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Office Machine Embossograph Operator |
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Offset Duplicating Machine Operator |
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Photocopy Operator |
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Photocopying Machine Operator |
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Photographic Machine Operator |
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Photostat Operator |
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Photostatic Copy Maker |
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Print Center Specialist |
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Printing Services Coordinator |
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Printing Sign Machine Operator |
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Production Manager |
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Production Operator |
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Production Specialist |
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Project Coordinator |
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Proof Clerk |
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60. |
Proof Machine Operator |
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Proof Operator |
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Recordak Operator |
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Reprographics Associate |
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Reprographics Technician |
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Retail Consultant |
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Scanning Clerk |
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Set-O-Type Operator |
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Shipping Specialist |
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Ticket Machine Operator |
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Transit Clerk |
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71. |
Transit Department Clerk |
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72. |
Transit Proof Machine Operator |
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73. |
Xerox Machine Operator |
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Job Tasks |
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Read job orders to determine the type of work to be done, the quantities to be produced, and the materials needed.
- Read work orders to determine material or setup requirements.
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Operate office machines such as high speed business photocopiers, readers, scanners, addressing machines, stencil-cutting machines, microfilm readers or printers, folding and inserting machines, bursters, and binder machines.
- Operate office equipment.
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Place original copies in feed trays, feed originals into feed rolls, or position originals on tables beneath camera lenses.
- Operate office equipment.
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Compute prices for services and receive payment, or provide supervisors with billing information.
- Calculate costs of goods or services.
- Provide information to coworkers.
- Collect deposits, payments or fees.
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Sort, assemble, and proof completed work.
- Sort materials or products.
- Compile data or documentation.
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Set up and adjust machines, regulating factors such as speed, ink flow, focus, and number of copies.
- Adjust office equipment to ensure proper operation.
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Monitor machine operation, and make adjustments as necessary to ensure proper operation.
- Monitor equipment operation to ensure proper functioning.
- Adjust office equipment to ensure proper operation.
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Load machines with materials such as blank paper or film.
- Operate office equipment.
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Maintain stock of supplies, and requisition any needed items.
- Order materials, supplies, or equipment.
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File and store completed documents.
- Store records or related materials.
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Clean machines, perform minor repairs, and report major repair needs.
- Clean facilities or equipment.
- Maintain office equipment in proper operating condition.
- Report maintenance or equipment problems to appropriate personnel.
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Operate auxiliary machines such as collators, pad and tablet making machines, staplers, and paper punching, folding, cutting, and perforating machines.
- Operate office equipment.
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Complete records of production, including work volumes and outputs, materials used, and any backlogs.
- Record production information.
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Deliver completed work.
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Prepare and process papers for use in scanning, microfilming, and microfiche.
- Compile data or documentation.
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Cut copies apart and write identifying information, such as page numbers or titles, on copies.
- Attach identification information to products, items or containers.
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Clean and file master copies or plates.
- Clean facilities or equipment.
- Maintain office equipment in proper operating condition.
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Move heat units and clamping frames over screen beds to form Braille impressions on pages, raising frames to release individual copies.
- Adjust office equipment to ensure proper operation.
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Work Activities |
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Getting Information —
Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources. |
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Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates —
Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person. |
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Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work —
Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work. |
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Interacting With Computers —
Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information. |
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Performing for or Working Directly with the Public —
Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving customers in restaurants and stores, and receiving clients or guests. |
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Making Decisions and Solving Problems —
Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems. |
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Controlling Machines and Processes —
Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles). |
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Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events —
Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events. |
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Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings —
Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems. |
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Processing Information —
Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data. |
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Training and Teaching Others —
Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others. |
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Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material —
Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects. |
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Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge —
Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job. |
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Communicating with Persons Outside Organization —
Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organization to customers, the public, government, and other external sources. This information can be exchanged in person, in writing, or by telephone or e-mail. |
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Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships —
Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time. |
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Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others —
Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks. |
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Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards —
Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards. |
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Performing Administrative Activities —
Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files and processing paperwork. |
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Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others —
Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used. |
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Handling and Moving Objects —
Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things. |
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Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People —
Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people. |
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Analyzing Data or Information —
Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts. |
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Documenting/Recording Information —
Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form. |
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Developing and Building Teams —
Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members. |
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Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information —
Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity. |
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Scheduling Work and Activities —
Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others. |
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Thinking Creatively —
Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions. |
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Selling or Influencing Others —
Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or actions. |
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Coaching and Developing Others —
Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills. |
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Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others —
Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, or otherwise negotiating with others. |
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Performing General Physical Activities —
Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials. |
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Assisting and Caring for Others —
Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other personal care to others such as coworkers, customers, or patients. |
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Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment —
Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines, devices, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of electrical or electronic (not mechanical) principles. |
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Monitoring and Controlling Resources —
Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money. |
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Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment —
Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of mechanical (not electronic) principles. |
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Provide Consultation and Advice to Others —
Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical, systems-, or process-related topics. |
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Developing Objectives and Strategies —
Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them. |
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Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates —
Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance. |
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Staffing Organizational Units —
Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organization. |
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Interesting Fact |
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Nearly six out of seven gynecologists in America are men. |
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Did you know... |
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