Also known as: Braille Coder, Braille Duplicating Machine Operator, Business Machine Operator, Check Embosser
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-14.9%
US average: +3.5%
2,100
per year (US)
25,800
in 2025 → 21,900 (2035)
High school diploma or equivalent
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections; O*NET Bright Outlook.
How this work is typically performed, based on O*NET work context data.
Source: O*NET Work Context (v31.0)
The outlook for Office Machine Operators is declining, with employment projected to decrease by 14.9% through 2035, though about 2,100 openings are expected each year with a median annual wage of $40,960. With experience, you can advance into roles like Administrative Assistant or Office Manager.
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$40,960
Median annual wage, BLS 2025
Bachelor's Degree
Minimum educational requirement for this position
Based on job level & field
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Bachelor • Business & Economics • 4 years
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Bachelor • Business & Economics • 4 years
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Bachelor • Business & Economics • 4 years
Receptionist
Bachelor • Business & Economics • 4 years
Word Processing
Bachelor • Tech & Engineering • 4 years
Executive Assistant
Vocational • Business & Economics • 1 year