[Core] [78% incumbents] Study time, motion, methods, or speed involved in maintenance, production, or other operations to establish standard production rate or improve efficiency.
  DWAs: Research human performance or health factors related to engineering or design activities.

[Core] [78% incumbents] Read worker logs, product processing sheets, or specification sheets to verify that records adhere to quality assurance specifications.
  DWAs: Monitor processes for compliance with standards.

[Core] [78% incumbents] Verify that equipment is being operated and maintained according to quality assurance standards by observing worker performance.
  DWAs: Inspect operational processes.

[Core] [77% incumbents] Test selected products at specified stages in the production process for performance characteristics or adherence to specifications.
  DWAs: Test products for functionality or quality.

[Core] [77% incumbents] Compile and evaluate statistical data to determine and maintain quality and reliability of products.
  DWAs: Assess product or process usefulness.

[Core] [77% incumbents] Aid in planning work assignments in accordance with worker performance, machine capacity, production schedules, or anticipated delays.
  DWAs: Prepare detailed work plans.

[Supplemental] [76% incumbents] Evaluate industrial operations for compliance with permits or regulations related to the generation, storage, treatment, transportation, or disposal of hazardous materials or waste.
  DWAs: Monitor processes for compliance with standards.

[None] Adhere to all applicable regulations, policies, and procedures for health, safety, and environmental compliance.
  DWAs: Monitor activities affecting environmental quality.

[None] Analyze, estimate, or report production costs.
  DWAs: Estimate operational costs. | Analyze costs and benefits of proposed designs or projects.

[None] Assist engineers in developing, building, or testing prototypes or new products, processes, or procedures.
  DWAs: Create physical models or prototypes. | Develop technical methods or processes.

[None] Calibrate or adjust equipment to ensure quality production, using tools such as calipers, micrometers, height gauges, protractors, or ring gauges.
  DWAs: Calibrate scientific or technical equipment.

[None] Conduct statistical studies to analyze or compare production costs for sustainable and nonsustainable designs.
  DWAs: Analyze costs and benefits of proposed designs or projects.

[None] Coordinate equipment purchases, installations, or transfers.
  DWAs: Purchase materials, equipment, or other resources.

[None] Create or interpret engineering drawings, schematic diagrams, formulas, or blueprints for management or engineering staff.
  DWAs: Prepare drawings or diagrams of products or services. | Explain engineering drawings, specifications, or other technical information.

[None] Design plant layouts or production facilities.
  DWAs: Design structures or facilities.

[None] Develop manufacturing infrastructure to integrate or deploy new manufacturing processes.
  DWAs: Design industrial processing systems.

[None] Develop or implement programs to address problems related to production, materials, safety, or quality.
  DWAs: Implement design or process improvements. | Develop technical methods or processes.

[None] Develop production, inventory, or quality assurance programs.
  DWAs: Develop technical methods or processes.

[None] Develop sustainable manufacturing technologies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, minimize raw material use, replace toxic materials with non-toxic materials, replace non-renewable materials with renewable materials, or reduce waste.
  DWAs: Design industrial processing systems.

[None] Identify opportunities for improvements in quality, cost, or efficiency of automation equipment.
  DWAs: Design industrial equipment.

[None] Monitor and adjust production processes or equipment for quality and productivity.
  DWAs: Monitor the productivity or efficiency of industrial operations. | Calibrate scientific or technical equipment.

[None] Oversee equipment start-up, characterization, qualification, or release.
  DWAs: Direct quality control activities.

[None] Oversee or inspect production processes.
  DWAs: Direct industrial production activities.

[None] Prepare layouts, drawings, or sketches of machinery or equipment, such as shop tooling, scale layouts, or new equipment design, using drafting equipment or computer-aided design (CAD) software.
  DWAs: Create graphical representations of industrial production systems.

[None] Prepare production documents, such as standard operating procedures, manufacturing batch records, inventory reports, or productivity reports.
  DWAs: Prepare operational reports.

[None] Provide advice or training to other technicians.
  DWAs: Train personnel on proper operational procedures.

[None] Recommend corrective or preventive actions to assure or improve product quality or reliability.
  DWAs: Recommend technical design or process changes to improve efficiency, quality, or performance.

[None] Select cleaning materials, tools, or equipment.
  DWAs: Select project materials.

[None] Select material quantities or processing methods needed to achieve efficient production.
  DWAs: Determine operational methods. | Select project materials.

[None] Set up and operate production equipment in accordance with current good manufacturing practices and standard operating procedures.
  DWAs: Operate industrial equipment.

--- SKILLS ---
  Reading Comprehension (imp:4.00 lvl:4.00) — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
  Active Listening (imp:3.88 lvl:3.88) — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand
  Critical Thinking (imp:3.88 lvl:3.88) — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternativ
  Monitoring (imp:3.38 lvl:3.88) — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organization
  Speaking (imp:3.25 lvl:3.75) — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
  Writing (imp:3.12 lvl:3.75) — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audienc
  Mathematics (imp:3.12 lvl:3.75) — Using mathematics to solve problems.
  Active Learning (imp:3.00 lvl:3.62) — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future pr
  Science (imp:2.88 lvl:3.12) — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.
  Learning Strategies (imp:2.75 lvl:3.00) — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate fo

--- KNOWLEDGE ---
  Mechanical (imp:4.41 lvl:5.31) — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and main
  Engineering and Technology (imp:4.06 lvl:4.68) — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Th
  Production and Processing (imp:3.68 lvl:3.96) — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and ot
  Mathematics (imp:3.56 lvl:3.90) — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their appl
  Design (imp:3.51 lvl:4.31) — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of 
  English Language (imp:3.49 lvl:3.55) — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the mea
  Computers and Electronics (imp:3.45 lvl:4.36) — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and comput
  Physics (imp:3.36 lvl:4.03) — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships,
  Public Safety and Security (imp:3.22 lvl:3.02) — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote
  Customer and Personal Service (imp:3.12 lvl:3.04) — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal servic
  Chemistry (imp:2.96 lvl:3.87) — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances a
  Education and Training (imp:2.70 lvl:3.05) — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching
  Administrative (imp:2.58 lvl:2.56) — Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word proce
  Administration and Management (imp:2.56 lvl:2.78) — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, 
  Law and Government (imp:2.33 lvl:2.01) — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulat
  Economics and Accounting (imp:2.06 lvl:1.44) — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial mar
  Building and Construction (imp:2.06 lvl:2.18) — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or r
  Sales and Marketing (imp:1.91 lvl:1.42) — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products
  Psychology (imp:1.88 lvl:1.62) — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, 
  Biology (imp:1.84 lvl:1.22) — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interd
  Personnel and Human Resources (imp:1.82 lvl:1.79) — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, tra
  Telecommunications (imp:1.71 lvl:1.22) — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of te
  Communications and Media (imp:1.71 lvl:1.81) — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and m
  Food Production (imp:1.51) — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food
  Transportation (imp:1.45 lvl:1.25) — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea
  Foreign Language (imp:1.42 lvl:0.87) — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language inclu
  Medicine and Dentistry (imp:1.38) — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human i
  Geography (imp:1.27) — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, an
  Sociology and Anthropology (imp:1.23) — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human 
  Philosophy and Theology (imp:1.23) — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their 
  Therapy and Counseling (imp:1.21 lvl:0.43) — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and r
  History and Archeology (imp:1.05) — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civi
  Fine Arts (imp:1.02) — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform

--- ABILITIES ---
  Oral Comprehension (imp:4.00 lvl:4.00) — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through 
  Problem Sensitivity (imp:4.00 lvl:3.88) — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does no
  Deductive Reasoning (imp:4.00 lvl:4.00) — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that 
  Inductive Reasoning (imp:4.00 lvl:4.00) — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusion
  Written Comprehension (imp:3.75 lvl:4.00) — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
  Near Vision (imp:3.75 lvl:3.88) — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
  Oral Expression (imp:3.50 lvl:4.00) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will unde
  Information Ordering (imp:3.38 lvl:3.75) — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according
  Category Flexibility (imp:3.38 lvl:3.75) — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping
  Written Expression (imp:3.25 lvl:3.88) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will under
  Fluency of Ideas (imp:3.25 lvl:3.75) — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas
  Originality (imp:3.25 lvl:3.62) — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situa
  Visualization (imp:3.25 lvl:3.75) — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when 
  Selective Attention (imp:3.25 lvl:3.00) — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distrac
  Speech Recognition (imp:3.25 lvl:3.25) — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
  Mathematical Reasoning (imp:3.12 lvl:3.62) — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a prob
  Number Facility (imp:3.12 lvl:3.38) — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
  Perceptual Speed (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among
  Speech Clarity (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
  Flexibility of Closure (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or so
  Far Vision (imp:3.00 lvl:3.12) — The ability to see details at a distance.
  Time Sharing (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of
  Speed of Closure (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into mea
  Visual Color Discrimination (imp:2.75 lvl:2.62) — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of c
  Memorization (imp:2.62 lvl:2.62) — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and proced
  Finger Dexterity (imp:2.62 lvl:2.38) — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or bot
  Hearing Sensitivity (imp:2.50 lvl:2.12) — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch 
  Auditory Attention (imp:2.50 lvl:2.12) — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distra
  Arm-Hand Steadiness (imp:2.25 lvl:2.38) — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while hold
  Control Precision (imp:2.25 lvl:2.12) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehi
  Multilimb Coordination (imp:2.25 lvl:1.75) — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or
  Manual Dexterity (imp:2.12 lvl:1.88) — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your
  Reaction Time (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sou
  Response Orientation (imp:2.00 lvl:1.38) — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two o
  Rate Control (imp:2.00 lvl:1.38) — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in an
  Wrist-Finger Speed (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and 
  Speed of Limb Movement (imp:2.00 lvl:1.12) — The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
  Trunk Strength (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the 
  Stamina (imp:2.00 lvl:1.12) — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getti
  Depth Perception (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you
  Gross Body Coordination (imp:1.75 lvl:0.88) — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together wh
  Static Strength (imp:1.50 lvl:0.62) — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
  Spatial Orientation (imp:1.38 lvl:0.62) — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know wher
  Gross Body Equilibrium (imp:1.38 lvl:0.50) — The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unsta
  Glare Sensitivity (imp:1.38 lvl:0.50) — The ability to see objects in the presence of a glare or bright lighting.
  Sound Localization (imp:1.38 lvl:0.50) — The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.
  Dynamic Strength (imp:1.25 lvl:0.38) — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This inv
  Extent Flexibility (imp:1.25 lvl:0.38) — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
  Dynamic Flexibility (imp:1.25 lvl:0.38) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with yo
  Night Vision (imp:1.25 lvl:0.38) — The ability to see under low-light conditions.
  Peripheral Vision (imp:1.25 lvl:0.38) — The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes ar
  Explosive Strength (imp:1.00) — The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping

--- WORK ACTIVITIES ---
  Making Decisions and Solving Problems (imp:4.16 lvl:4.84) — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and sol
  Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (imp:4.05 lvl:5.08) — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to t
  Thinking Creatively (imp:4.01 lvl:5.18) — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, syste
  Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (imp:3.93 lvl:4.69) — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone,
  Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (imp:3.89 lvl:4.58) — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
  Getting Information (imp:3.86 lvl:3.37) — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sour
  Working with Computers (imp:3.84 lvl:3.73) — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to progra
  Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (imp:3.74 lvl:4.41) — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment,
  Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (imp:3.72 lvl:4.85) — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your
  Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (imp:3.64 lvl:3.54) — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors o
  Documenting/Recording Information (imp:3.51 lvl:3.60) — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in writte
  Analyzing Data or Information (imp:3.48 lvl:3.46) — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by break
  Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (imp:3.47 lvl:3.37) — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or 
  Handling and Moving Objects (imp:3.44 lvl:4.67) — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials,
  Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (imp:3.39 lvl:4.31) — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and m
  Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (imp:3.37 lvl:3.18) — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resourc
  Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (imp:3.36 lvl:4.02) — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, an
  Processing Information (imp:3.33 lvl:4.24) — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying
  Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:3.32 lvl:4.32) — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines 
  Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (imp:3.20 lvl:3.44) — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events o
  Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People (imp:3.18 lvl:3.26) — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
  Training and Teaching Others (imp:3.16 lvl:2.95) — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or tr
  Scheduling Work and Activities (imp:3.09 lvl:3.26) — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
  Performing General Physical Activities (imp:3.09 lvl:3.64) — Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require co
  Developing Objectives and Strategies (imp:3.07 lvl:3.18) — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to 
  Communicating with People Outside the Organization (imp:3.06 lvl:3.86) — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organizatio
  Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (imp:2.97 lvl:3.38) — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
  Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (imp:2.97 lvl:3.18) — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
  Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (imp:2.90 lvl:3.13) — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance 
  Providing Consultation and Advice to Others (imp:2.86 lvl:3.69) — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical,
  Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (imp:2.82 lvl:3.54) — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines,
  Coaching and Developing Others (imp:2.79 lvl:3.04) — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherw
  Developing and Building Teams (imp:2.78 lvl:2.93) — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team membe
  Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (imp:2.75 lvl:2.69) — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, s
  Monitoring and Controlling Resources (imp:2.48 lvl:2.75) — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
  Performing Administrative Activities (imp:2.37 lvl:2.37) — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files
  Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (imp:2.24 lvl:2.12) — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, 
  Assisting and Caring for Others (imp:2.15 lvl:2.23) — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other pe
  Selling or Influencing Others (imp:1.98 lvl:1.66) — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or
  Staffing Organizational Units (imp:1.69 lvl:1.19) — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organ
  Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (imp:1.67) — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving

--- WORK STYLES ---
  Attention to Detail (imp:2.67) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Dependability (imp:2.19) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Dependability (imp:2.00) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Cautiousness (imp:1.76) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Achievement Orientation (imp:1.69) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Integrity (imp:1.54) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Perseverance (imp:1.43) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Intellectual Curiosity (imp:1.41) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Adaptability (imp:1.22) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Innovation (imp:1.15) — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Cooperation (imp:1.08) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Stress Tolerance (imp:1.02) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Attention to Detail (imp:1.00) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Initiative (imp:0.95) — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Self-Control (imp:0.92) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Self-Confidence (imp:0.80) — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Sincerity (imp:0.50) — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Social Orientation (imp:0.45) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Tolerance for Ambiguity (imp:0.43) — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Leadership Orientation (imp:0.32) — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Humility (imp:0.32) — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Optimism (imp:0.16) — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Empathy (imp:0.08) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Innovation () — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Achievement Orientation () — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Intellectual Curiosity () — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Tolerance for Ambiguity () — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Initiative () — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Adaptability () — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Self-Confidence () — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Perseverance () — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Leadership Orientation () — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Humility () — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Sincerity () — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Empathy () — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Cooperation () — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Optimism () — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Social Orientation () — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Cautiousness () — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Integrity () — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Stress Tolerance () — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Self-Control () — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res

--- TRANSFERABLE SKILLS ---
  Complex Problem Solving (imp:3.75 lvl:3.88) — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and ev
  Systems Analysis (imp:3.25 lvl:3.75) — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, 
  Systems Evaluation (imp:3.25 lvl:3.75) — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed 
  Time Management (imp:3.25 lvl:3.38) — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
  Operations Analysis (imp:3.12 lvl:3.25) — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
  Judgment and Decision Making (imp:3.12 lvl:4.00) — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the m
  Instructing (imp:3.00 lvl:3.12) — Teaching others how to do something.
  Technology Design (imp:3.00 lvl:3.12) — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
  Quality Control Analysis (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate
  Social Perceptiveness (imp:2.88 lvl:3.12) — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
  Coordination (imp:2.88 lvl:3.25) — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
  Persuasion (imp:2.88 lvl:3.25) — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
  Negotiation (imp:2.62 lvl:2.88) — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
  Service Orientation (imp:2.62 lvl:2.75) — Actively looking for ways to help people.
  Repairing (imp:2.62 lvl:3.00) — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
  Operations Monitoring (imp:2.50 lvl:2.50) — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working pr
  Management of Personnel Resources (imp:2.50 lvl:2.75) — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best 
  Management of Material Resources (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materi
  Equipment Selection (imp:2.00 lvl:1.62) — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
  Equipment Maintenance (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind o
  Programming (imp:1.88 lvl:1.62) — Writing computer programs for various purposes.
  Management of Financial Resources (imp:1.88 lvl:1.50) — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for the
  Troubleshooting (imp:1.75 lvl:1.25) — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
  Operation and Control (imp:1.62 lvl:0.88) — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
  Installation (imp:1.00) — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.

--- NATIONAL WAGES ---
  total_employment : 75,570
  annual_median    : $66,120
  annual_pct10     : $47,300
  annual_pct25     : $55,760
  annual_pct75     : $80,280
  annual_pct90     : $99,150
  annual_mean      : $70,700
  hourly_median    : $31.79

--- GEOGRAPHIC DISPERSION ---
  highest_state    : Oklahoma ($79,330)
  lowest_state     : Puerto Rico ($46,470)
  dispersion_ratio : 1.707x

--- TOP STATES BY WAGE (46 total) ---
  Manufacturing                            emp:   58,250  median: $  64,480
  Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services emp:    8,190  median: $  74,380
  Management of Companies and Enterprises  emp:    2,540  median: $  82,320
  Wholesale Trade                          emp:    2,040  median: $  69,390
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:    1,790  median: $  55,000
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:    1,270  median: $  84,550
  Transportation and Warehousing           emp:      420  median: $  71,800
  Mining, Quarrying, and Oil and Gas Extraction emp:      270  median: $  86,160
  Construction                             emp:      240  median: $  75,610
  Utilities                                emp:      220  median: $ 101,540

--- TOP INDUSTRIES BY EMPLOYMENT (14 total) ---
  Manufacturing                            emp:   58,250  median: $  64,480
  Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services emp:    8,190  median: $  74,380
  Management of Companies and Enterprises  emp:    2,540  median: $  82,320
  Wholesale Trade                          emp:    2,040  median: $  69,390
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:    1,790  median: $  55,000
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:    1,270  median: $  84,550
  Transportation and Warehousing           emp:      420  median: $  71,800
  Mining, Quarrying, and Oil and Gas Extraction emp:      270  median: $  86,160
  Construction                             emp:      240  median: $  75,610
  Utilities                                emp:      220  median: $ 101,540

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match_score        : 0.0000
wikidata_qid       : N/A
word_count         : 0
wikipedia_url      : N/A
license            : CC BY-SA 4.0
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--- SEMANTIC NEIGHBORS (5) ---

  Title: Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists (similarity: 0.5873)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ontario_Association_of_Certified_Engineering_Technicians_and_Technologists
  QID: Q7094601
  Extract: The Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists, or OACETT, is a not-for-profit, self-governing organization in Ontario, Canada. It is a professional association that promotes the interests of engineering and applied science technicians and technologists to industry, e

  Title: Chemical technologist (similarity: 0.4384)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chemical_technologist
  QID: Q5090503
  Extract: Chemical technologists and technicians are workers who provide technical support or services in chemical-related fields. They may work under direct supervision or may work independently, depending on their specific position and duties. Their work environments differ widely and include, but are not l

  Title: Industrial technology (similarity: 0.5479)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Industrial_technology
  QID: Q10952243
  Extract: Industrial technology is the use of engineering and manufacturing technology to make production faster, simpler, and more efficient. The industrial technology field employs creative and technically proficient individuals who can help a company achieve efficient and profitable productivity.

  Title: Radiographer (similarity: 0.1562)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Radiographer
  QID: Q2294052
  Extract: Radiographers are healthcare professionals who perform medical imaging and radiation therapy. Medical imaging is used for the diagnosis of pathology, while radiation therapy is used for treatment.

  Title: Drafter (similarity: 0.1356)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Drafter
  QID: Q683754
  Extract: A drafter is an engineering technician who makes detailed technical drawings or CAD designs for machinery, buildings, electronics, infrastructure, sections, etc. Drafters use computer software and manual sketches to convert the designs, plans, and layouts of engineers and architects into a set of te

model_pass1          : claude-sonnet-4-20250514
model_pass2          : claude-haiku-4-5-20251001
inference_confidence : high
confidence_notes     : Strong O*NET data with comprehensive task descriptions, clear skill requirements, and robust wage data from BLS. The lack of exact Wikipedia match does not significantly impact analysis given the detailed occupational data available.
inferred_at          : 2026-06-03T15:10:28.861259+00:00
tokens_input         : 4,611
tokens_output        : 4,119
cost_usd             : $0.043920
wikipedia_used       : False
wikipedia_title      : None
wikipedia_note       : No exact Wikipedia match found. The closest semantic match was the Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists, which represents the professional body rather than the occupation itself.

--- PROSE FIELDS ---

ROLE SUMMARY:
Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians apply engineering principles to optimize manufacturing and production systems under engineering supervision. They conduct time and motion studies, analyze production processes, and ensure quality standards are met across industrial operations. These professionals bridge the gap between engineering theory and practical implementation on the factory floor.

DAY IN THE LIFE:
They begin by reviewing production logs and specification sheets to verify adherence to quality standards, then conduct time and motion studies on worker operations to establish standard production rates. Throughout the day, they test products at various production stages, compile statistical data to maintain quality and reliability, and monitor equipment operations for compliance with safety and environmental regulations. They spend considerable time working with CAD software to draft technical specifications, assist engineers in developing prototypes, and analyze production costs to optimize operational efficiency.

WHO THRIVES:
This role suits detail-oriented individuals with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities who enjoy working at the intersection of theory and practice. Successful professionals combine mechanical aptitude with mathematical reasoning skills, demonstrating high problem sensitivity and deductive reasoning capabilities. They thrive on systematic thinking and process improvement, with the patience to conduct thorough studies and the communication skills to present findings clearly to engineering teams. Those who excel tend to be methodical workers who appreciate the blend of hands-on technical work with data analysis and reporting.

CAREER ENTRY:
Most positions require some college coursework or an associate's degree in engineering technology, industrial technology, or related fields, with 36.9% of workers having some college education and 25.5% holding associate's degrees. Entry-level candidates benefit from coursework in mathematics, physics, and mechanical systems, along with familiarity with CAD software and statistical analysis tools. Many employers provide on-the-job training to bridge classroom learning with specific industry applications and company procedures.

CAREER TRAJECTORY:
Career advancement typically leads to senior technician roles, specialized positions in quality assurance or process improvement, or progression to engineering positions with additional education. Many professionals advance to become manufacturing engineers, industrial engineers, or move into supervisory roles overseeing technical teams. Some specialize in emerging areas like additive manufacturing or automation systems, while others transition to consulting roles or technical sales positions leveraging their practical manufacturing experience.

MARKET INTELLIGENCE:
The field employs 75,570 workers nationally with a median annual wage of $66,120 (BLS OEWS May 2025), ranging from $47,300 to $99,150 for the 10th to 90th percentiles. Geographic wage variation is moderate, with Oklahoma offering the highest average wages at $79,330 compared to Puerto Rico's $46,470, representing a 1.71x ratio. Manufacturing remains the dominant employer with 58,250 positions, followed by professional services with 8,190 jobs, indicating strong demand in traditional industrial sectors. The concentration in manufacturing suggests stable employment tied to domestic production trends and reshoring initiatives.

AUTOMATION OUTLOOK:
This role has moderate automation risk as routine data collection and analysis tasks become increasingly automated through IoT sensors and AI-driven analytics. However, the need for human judgment in interpreting complex production scenarios, conducting nuanced time studies, and making quality assessments provides protection against full automation. The growing complexity of manufacturing systems and emphasis on continuous improvement may actually increase demand for skilled technicians who can work alongside automated systems.

--- REASONED EDGES ---
  [career_pathway] Industrial Engineers (17-2112.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles focus on industrial optimization with technicians supporting engineers in the same problem domains of production efficiency and quality control.
    data: shared focus on production optimization
    data: technicians work under engineering staff direction
    data: overlapping work activities in process analysis
  [skill_overlap] Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians (17-3027.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both require mechanical knowledge (4.4 importance), CAD proficiency, and similar technical drafting and specification activities.
    data: mechanical knowledge top skill for both
    data: shared CAD software usage
    data: similar drafting work activities
  [task_similarity] Calibration Technologists and Technicians (17-3028.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both roles involve testing products for performance characteristics and ensuring equipment operates according to quality standards.
    data: shared testing and verification tasks
    data: quality assurance focus
    data: equipment monitoring responsibilities
  [riasec_cluster] Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians (17-3023.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both roles exhibit Realistic-Conventional-Investigative personality patterns with hands-on technical work and systematic analysis.
    data: similar RIASEC profile emphasis
    data: technical problem-solving focus
    data: engineering technology foundation
  [knowledge_overlap] Manufacturing Engineers (17-2112.03) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Shared expertise in production and processing (3.7 importance) and engineering technology knowledge with direct manufacturing focus.
    data: production and processing knowledge
    data: manufacturing industry concentration
    data: process optimization tasks

--- NORMALIZER SIGNALS ---
  match_keywords   : ['industrial engineering technician', 'manufacturing technician', 'process improvement technician', 'production analyst', 'quality technician', 'time study analyst', 'efficiency technician', 'engineering specialist']
  exclude_keywords : ['engineer', 'manager', 'supervisor', 'designer', 'scientist']
  title_patterns   : ['*engineering technician*', '*manufacturing technician*', '*process*technician*', '*efficiency*analyst*', '*engineering specialist*']
  common_variations: ['industrial tech', 'manufacturing tech', 'process tech', 'production technician', 'IE technician', 'quality control technician', 'efficiency analyst', 'engineering technologist']

total_terms    : 40
top_words      : ['tendency', 'equipment', 'others', 'production', 'quality', 'materials', 'engineering', 'design', 'principles', 'technical', 'industrial', 'procedures', 'standards', 'manufacturing', 'control', 'activities', 'operations', 'performance', 'includes', 'objects']
source_layers  : onet_tasks | onet_dimensions | dwas | wikipedia | inference

TERM                    COUNT     FREQ  DOMINANT SOURCE      SOURCE BREAKDOWN
──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────
tendency                   42  0.01476  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
equipment                  40  0.01405  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:57%  onet_tasks:28%  dwas:12%
others                     39  0.01370  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:97%  inference:3%
production                 34  0.01195  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:44%  onet_dimensions:24%  inference:24%
quality                    24  0.00843  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:38%  onet_dimensions:25%  inference:21%
materials                  20  0.00703  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:50%  onet_tasks:35%  dwas:15%
engineering                19  0.00668  inference            inference:42%  wikipedia:26%  onet_tasks:11%
design                     17  0.00597  dwas                 dwas:41%  onet_dimensions:35%  onet_tasks:18%
principles                 17  0.00597  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:94%  inference:6%
technical                  17  0.00597  dwas                 dwas:41%  inference:24%  onet_dimensions:18%
industrial                 16  0.00562  dwas                 dwas:44%  inference:31%  wikipedia:19%
procedures                 14  0.00492  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:57%  onet_tasks:29%  dwas:7%
standards                  13  0.00457  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:62%  dwas:15%  inference:15%
manufacturing              13  0.00457  inference            inference:54%  onet_tasks:38%  wikipedia:8%
control                    13  0.00457  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:92%  dwas:8%
activities                 13  0.00457  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:69%  dwas:31%
operations                 12  0.00422  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:50%  inference:25%  onet_tasks:17%
performance                12  0.00422  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:58%  onet_tasks:25%  dwas:17%
includes                   12  0.00422  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
objects                    12  0.00422  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
products                   11  0.00386  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:45%  onet_tasks:27%  dwas:18%
ideas                      11  0.00386  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
body                       11  0.00386  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:91%  inference:9%
costs                      10  0.00351  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:40%  dwas:30%  onet_tasks:20%
developing                 10  0.00351  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:80%  onet_tasks:10%  inference:10%
problems                   10  0.00351  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:90%  onet_tasks:10%
techniques                 10  0.00351  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
resources                  10  0.00351  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:90%  dwas:10%
drawings                    9  0.00316  wikipedia            wikipedia:33%  onet_tasks:22%  onet_dimensions:22%
actions                     9  0.00316  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  onet_tasks:11%
problem                     9  0.00316  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:78%  inference:22%
technology                  9  0.00316  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:44%  wikipedia:33%  inference:22%
services                    9  0.00316  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:67%  dwas:11%  wikipedia:11%
human                       9  0.00316  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:78%  dwas:11%  inference:11%
quickly                     9  0.00316  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
orientation                 9  0.00316  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
processing                  8  0.00281  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:50%  onet_tasks:25%  dwas:25%
tools                       8  0.00281  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:62%  onet_tasks:25%  inference:12%
management                  8  0.00281  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  onet_tasks:12%
needed                      8  0.00281  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  onet_tasks:12%