Office Machine Operators
Office Machine Operators work with a variety of high-tech office equipment like advanced photocopiers, digital scanners, industrial printers, and specialized binding machines. You'll set up machines, adjust settings for different projects, monitor operations, and troubleshoot when things go wrong. This hands-on job requires technical skills and attention to detail as you handle everything from loading materials to quality-checking finished products. Many operators work in print shops, corporate offices, or service centers where they collaborate with teams and often interact directly with customers.
Did you know?
Employment opportunities for office machine operators are decreasing in the U.S. due to digital transformation and automation of traditional office processes.
At a glance
Typical average pay
$39,400 Avg/yr
Growth
Stable
Top skill
Operation and Control
Things to consider
Skill Diversification Necessity
Workers should develop additional technical skills in computer operations, digital equipment maintenance, or administrative support to remain competitive.
Career Transition Opportunities
Experience with office machinery can serve as a foundation for transitioning into roles like administrative assistant, equipment technician, or print production specialist.
Key responsibilities
Read job orders to determine the type of work to be done, the quantities to be produced, and the materials needed.
Set up and adjust machines, regulating factors such as speed, ink flow, focus, and number of copies.
Prepare and process papers for use in scanning, microfilming, and microfiche.
Cut copies apart and write identifying information, such as page numbers or titles, on copies.
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.