[Core] [95% incumbents] Weigh or measure materials, equipment, or products to maintain relevant records, using volume meters, scales, rules, or calipers.
  DWAs: Calculate weights, volumes or other characteristics of materials.

[Core] [95% incumbents] Collect or prepare measurement, weight, or identification labels and attach them to products.
  DWAs: Attach identification information to products, items or containers.

[Core] [95% incumbents] Examine products or materials, parts, subassemblies, and packaging for damage, defects, or shortages, using specification sheets, gauges, and standards charts.
  DWAs: Inspect items for damage or defects.

[Core] [95% incumbents] Signal or instruct other workers to weigh, move, or check products.
  DWAs: Signal others to coordinate work activities. | Instruct staff in work policies or procedures.

[Supplemental] [95% incumbents] Inspect products and examination records to determine the number of defects per worker and the reasons for examiners' rejections.
  DWAs: Inspect items for damage or defects.

[Supplemental] [95% incumbents] Store samples of finished products in labeled cartons and record their location.
  DWAs: Store items.

[Supplemental] [95% incumbents] Count or estimate quantities of materials, parts, or products received or shipped.
  DWAs: Count finished products or workpieces.

[Supplemental] [95% incumbents] Communicate with customers and vendors to exchange information regarding products, materials, and services.
  DWAs: Discuss goods or services information with customers or patrons.

[Supplemental] [95% incumbents] Operate scalehouse computers to obtain weight information about incoming shipments such as those from waste haulers.
  DWAs: Operate computers or computerized equipment.

[Supplemental] [95% incumbents] Sort products or materials into predetermined sequences or groupings for display, packing, shipping, or storage.
  DWAs: Sort materials or products.

[Supplemental] [95% incumbents] Transport materials, products, or samples to processing, shipping, or storage areas, manually or using conveyors, pumps, or hand trucks.
  DWAs: Deliver items.

[Core] [94% incumbents] Document quantity, quality, type, weight, test result data, and value of materials or products to maintain shipping, receiving, and production records and files.
  DWAs: Record production information.

[Core] [94% incumbents] Maintain, monitor, and clean work areas, such as recycling collection sites, drop boxes, counters and windows, and areas around scale houses.
  DWAs: Clean facilities or equipment.

[Supplemental] [94% incumbents] Compare product labels, tags, or tickets, shipping manifests, purchase orders, and bills of lading to verify accuracy of shipment contents, quality specifications, or weights.
  DWAs: Inspect shipments to ensure correct order fulfillment.

[Supplemental] [94% incumbents] Remove from stock products or loads not meeting quality standards, and notify supervisors or appropriate departments of discrepancies or shortages.
  DWAs: Provide information to coworkers.

[Supplemental] [94% incumbents] Unload or unpack incoming shipments.
  DWAs: Unload materials or equipment.

[Core] [93% incumbents] Collect product samples and prepare them for laboratory analysis or testing.
  DWAs: Collect samples of materials or products for testing. | Prepare products for testing.

[Supplemental] [93% incumbents] Fill orders for products and samples, following order tickets, and forward or mail items.
  DWAs: Package objects for shipping. | Send information, materials or documentation.

--- SKILLS ---
  Critical Thinking (imp:3.38 lvl:3.00) — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternativ
  Reading Comprehension (imp:3.25 lvl:3.00) — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
  Speaking (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
  Monitoring (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organization
  Active Listening (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand
  Writing (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audienc
  Mathematics (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — Using mathematics to solve problems.
  Active Learning (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future pr
  Learning Strategies (imp:2.75 lvl:2.50) — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate fo
  Science (imp:1.50 lvl:0.75) — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.

--- KNOWLEDGE ---
  Production and Processing (imp:4.11 lvl:3.25) — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and ot
  Mathematics (imp:3.70 lvl:3.12) — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their appl
  English Language (imp:3.15 lvl:2.71) — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the mea
  Administration and Management (imp:3.08 lvl:2.82) — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, 
  Administrative (imp:3.07 lvl:2.43) — Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word proce
  Customer and Personal Service (imp:2.86 lvl:2.52) — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal servic
  Computers and Electronics (imp:2.81 lvl:2.21) — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and comput
  Public Safety and Security (imp:2.64 lvl:2.43) — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote
  Economics and Accounting (imp:2.52 lvl:1.55) — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial mar
  Education and Training (imp:2.47 lvl:2.55) — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching
  Food Production (imp:2.45 lvl:1.35) — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food
  Chemistry (imp:2.26 lvl:1.94) — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances a
  Personnel and Human Resources (imp:2.22 lvl:1.12) — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, tra
  Mechanical (imp:2.12 lvl:1.84) — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and main
  Foreign Language (imp:2.02 lvl:1.68) — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language inclu
  Transportation (imp:1.98 lvl:1.72) — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea
  Engineering and Technology (imp:1.97 lvl:1.43) — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Th
  Telecommunications (imp:1.91 lvl:1.02) — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of te
  Communications and Media (imp:1.86 lvl:1.26) — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and m
  Law and Government (imp:1.77 lvl:0.91) — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulat
  Sales and Marketing (imp:1.66 lvl:0.87) — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products
  Building and Construction (imp:1.62 lvl:0.76) — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or r
  Geography (imp:1.52 lvl:1.00) — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, an
  Medicine and Dentistry (imp:1.45 lvl:0.58) — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human i
  Physics (imp:1.44 lvl:0.79) — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships,
  Philosophy and Theology (imp:1.44 lvl:1.00) — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their 
  Sociology and Anthropology (imp:1.39 lvl:0.65) — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human 
  Fine Arts (imp:1.35 lvl:0.57) — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform
  Psychology (imp:1.33) — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, 
  Therapy and Counseling (imp:1.33 lvl:0.72) — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and r
  Design (imp:1.30) — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of 
  Biology (imp:1.24) — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interd
  History and Archeology (imp:1.08) — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civi

--- ABILITIES ---
  Near Vision (imp:4.00 lvl:4.00) — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
  Written Comprehension (imp:3.38 lvl:3.00) — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
  Problem Sensitivity (imp:3.38 lvl:2.88) — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does no
  Category Flexibility (imp:3.38 lvl:3.25) — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping
  Oral Comprehension (imp:3.25 lvl:3.50) — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through 
  Oral Expression (imp:3.25 lvl:3.12) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will unde
  Information Ordering (imp:3.25 lvl:3.00) — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according
  Perceptual Speed (imp:3.25 lvl:3.12) — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among
  Selective Attention (imp:3.25 lvl:3.12) — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distrac
  Written Expression (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will under
  Deductive Reasoning (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that 
  Flexibility of Closure (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or so
  Speech Recognition (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
  Inductive Reasoning (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusion
  Mathematical Reasoning (imp:3.00 lvl:2.62) — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a prob
  Number Facility (imp:3.00 lvl:2.75) — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
  Finger Dexterity (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or bot
  Far Vision (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to see details at a distance.
  Speech Clarity (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
  Arm-Hand Steadiness (imp:2.88 lvl:2.62) — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while hold
  Time Sharing (imp:2.75 lvl:2.25) — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of
  Manual Dexterity (imp:2.75 lvl:2.38) — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your
  Visual Color Discrimination (imp:2.75 lvl:2.50) — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of c
  Control Precision (imp:2.62 lvl:2.50) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehi
  Memorization (imp:2.50 lvl:2.25) — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and proced
  Visualization (imp:2.50 lvl:2.50) — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when 
  Auditory Attention (imp:2.50 lvl:2.75) — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distra
  Reaction Time (imp:2.38 lvl:2.38) — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sou
  Trunk Strength (imp:2.38 lvl:2.12) — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the 
  Extent Flexibility (imp:2.38 lvl:2.38) — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
  Originality (imp:2.25 lvl:2.12) — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situa
  Speed of Closure (imp:2.25 lvl:2.25) — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into mea
  Multilimb Coordination (imp:2.25 lvl:2.38) — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or
  Static Strength (imp:2.25 lvl:2.00) — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
  Hearing Sensitivity (imp:2.25 lvl:2.12) — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch 
  Fluency of Ideas (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas
  Dynamic Strength (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This inv
  Stamina (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getti
  Gross Body Coordination (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together wh
  Gross Body Equilibrium (imp:2.00 lvl:1.62) — The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unsta
  Rate Control (imp:1.88 lvl:1.12) — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in an
  Depth Perception (imp:1.88 lvl:1.38) — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you
  Spatial Orientation (imp:1.62 lvl:0.88) — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know wher
  Response Orientation (imp:1.62 lvl:0.88) — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two o
  Speed of Limb Movement (imp:1.62 lvl:1.25) — The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
  Explosive Strength (imp:1.62 lvl:1.00) — The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping
  Peripheral Vision (imp:1.62 lvl:0.88) — The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes ar
  Sound Localization (imp:1.62 lvl:0.88) — The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.
  Wrist-Finger Speed (imp:1.50 lvl:0.75) — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and 
  Night Vision (imp:1.50 lvl:0.75) — The ability to see under low-light conditions.
  Glare Sensitivity (imp:1.50 lvl:0.75) — The ability to see objects in the presence of a glare or bright lighting.
  Dynamic Flexibility (imp:1.00) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with yo

--- WORK ACTIVITIES ---
  Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (imp:4.40 lvl:4.25) — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone,
  Documenting/Recording Information (imp:4.36 lvl:4.39) — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in writte
  Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (imp:4.29 lvl:4.65) — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment,
  Processing Information (imp:4.23 lvl:4.01) — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying
  Getting Information (imp:4.11 lvl:3.56) — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sour
  Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (imp:4.06 lvl:4.17) — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
  Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (imp:4.05 lvl:4.50) — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your
  Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People (imp:3.91 lvl:3.71) — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
  Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (imp:3.89 lvl:4.08) — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors o
  Working with Computers (imp:3.89 lvl:3.44) — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to progra
  Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (imp:3.88 lvl:4.13) — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or 
  Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (imp:3.87 lvl:3.16) — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resourc
  Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (imp:3.87 lvl:3.52) — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events o
  Handling and Moving Objects (imp:3.78 lvl:5.04) — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials,
  Making Decisions and Solving Problems (imp:3.77 lvl:3.91) — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and sol
  Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:3.76 lvl:3.79) — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines 
  Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (imp:3.73 lvl:3.63) — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
  Training and Teaching Others (imp:3.62 lvl:3.10) — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or tr
  Analyzing Data or Information (imp:3.57 lvl:4.32) — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by break
  Coaching and Developing Others (imp:3.57 lvl:2.82) — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherw
  Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (imp:3.51 lvl:4.61) — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and m
  Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (imp:3.44 lvl:3.87) — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
  Developing and Building Teams (imp:3.44 lvl:3.81) — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team membe
  Performing General Physical Activities (imp:3.37 lvl:4.07) — Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require co
  Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (imp:3.20 lvl:2.60) — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance 
  Scheduling Work and Activities (imp:3.19 lvl:2.78) — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
  Communicating with People Outside the Organization (imp:3.14 lvl:2.32) — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organizatio
  Performing Administrative Activities (imp:3.10 lvl:2.95) — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files
  Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (imp:3.05 lvl:3.02) — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, 
  Developing Objectives and Strategies (imp:2.94 lvl:2.77) — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to 
  Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (imp:2.88 lvl:2.04) — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, s
  Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (imp:2.83 lvl:2.85) — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines,
  Providing Consultation and Advice to Others (imp:2.80 lvl:3.20) — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical,
  Monitoring and Controlling Resources (imp:2.80 lvl:3.26) — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
  Thinking Creatively (imp:2.78 lvl:3.26) — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, syste
  Assisting and Caring for Others (imp:2.75 lvl:2.56) — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other pe
  Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (imp:2.72 lvl:2.27) — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, an
  Staffing Organizational Units (imp:2.57 lvl:2.49) — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organ
  Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (imp:2.49 lvl:2.79) — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving
  Selling or Influencing Others (imp:2.37 lvl:2.14) — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or
  Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (imp:2.29 lvl:2.31) — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to t

--- WORK STYLES ---
  Attention to Detail (imp:2.60) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Dependability (imp:2.30) — 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:1.93) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Integrity (imp:1.70) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Attention to Detail (imp:1.00) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Achievement Orientation (imp:0.56) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Cooperation (imp:0.55) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Self-Control (imp:0.39) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Stress Tolerance (imp:0.38) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Perseverance (imp:0.32) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Sincerity (imp:0.24) — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Self-Confidence (imp:0.17) — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Initiative (imp:0.10) — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  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
  Adaptability (imp:-0.01) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Humility (imp:-0.04) — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Optimism (imp:-0.10) — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Social Orientation (imp:-0.12) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Empathy (imp:-0.14) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Intellectual Curiosity (imp:-0.23) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Leadership Orientation (imp:-0.40) — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Tolerance for Ambiguity (imp:-0.67) — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Innovation (imp:-0.71) — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 

--- TRANSFERABLE SKILLS ---
  Social Perceptiveness (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
  Coordination (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
  Service Orientation (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Actively looking for ways to help people.
  Quality Control Analysis (imp:3.00 lvl:2.75) — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate
  Persuasion (imp:2.88 lvl:2.25) — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
  Complex Problem Solving (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and ev
  Judgment and Decision Making (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the m
  Time Management (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
  Operations Monitoring (imp:2.62 lvl:2.25) — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working pr
  Negotiation (imp:2.50 lvl:2.12) — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
  Instructing (imp:2.50 lvl:2.38) — Teaching others how to do something.
  Systems Analysis (imp:2.38 lvl:2.12) — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, 
  Management of Personnel Resources (imp:2.38 lvl:2.75) — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best 
  Systems Evaluation (imp:2.25 lvl:2.12) — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed 
  Operation and Control (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
  Equipment Selection (imp:1.75 lvl:1.25) — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
  Programming (imp:1.75 lvl:1.12) — Writing computer programs for various purposes.
  Equipment Maintenance (imp:1.75 lvl:1.25) — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind o
  Troubleshooting (imp:1.75 lvl:1.38) — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
  Repairing (imp:1.62 lvl:1.25) — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
  Management of Financial Resources (imp:1.62 lvl:1.12) — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for the
  Management of Material Resources (imp:1.62 lvl:1.00) — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materi
  Technology Design (imp:1.38 lvl:0.50) — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
  Operations Analysis (imp:1.25 lvl:0.50) — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
  Installation (imp:1.00) — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.

--- NATIONAL WAGES ---
  total_employment : 53,300
  annual_median    : $46,380
  annual_pct10     : $35,290
  annual_pct25     : $39,180
  annual_pct75     : $54,850
  annual_pct90     : $60,910
  annual_mean      : $47,630
  hourly_median    : $22.30

--- GEOGRAPHIC DISPERSION ---
  highest_state    : Wyoming ($62,840)
  lowest_state     : Puerto Rico ($26,820)
  dispersion_ratio : 2.343x

--- TOP STATES BY WAGE (50 total) ---
  Transportation and Warehousing           emp:   15,620  median: $  52,660
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:    8,490  median: $  40,500
  Manufacturing                            emp:    8,020  median: $  45,620
  Wholesale Trade                          emp:    7,550  median: $  44,940
  Retail Trade                             emp:    4,680  median: $  44,330
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:    2,620  median: $  46,000
  Mining, Quarrying, and Oil and Gas Extraction emp:    2,450  median: $  46,680
  Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services emp:    1,330  median: $  49,170
  Construction                             emp:      550  median: $  44,200
  Management of Companies and Enterprises  emp:      470  median: $  54,150

--- TOP INDUSTRIES BY EMPLOYMENT (19 total) ---
  Transportation and Warehousing           emp:   15,620  median: $  52,660
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:    8,490  median: $  40,500
  Manufacturing                            emp:    8,020  median: $  45,620
  Wholesale Trade                          emp:    7,550  median: $  44,940
  Retail Trade                             emp:    4,680  median: $  44,330
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:    2,620  median: $  46,000
  Mining, Quarrying, and Oil and Gas Extraction emp:    2,450  median: $  46,680
  Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services emp:    1,330  median: $  49,170
  Construction                             emp:      550  median: $  44,200
  Management of Companies and Enterprises  emp:      470  median: $  54,150

exact_match_status : no_exact_match
matched_title      : N/A
match_score        : 0.0000
wikidata_qid       : N/A
word_count         : 0
wikipedia_url      : N/A
license            : CC BY-SA 4.0
fetched_at         : 2026-06-02T22:30:24.147561Z

--- SEMANTIC NEIGHBORS (5) ---

  Title: Time Stamp Counter (similarity: 0.2632)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Time_Stamp_Counter
  QID: Q3415128
  Extract: The Time Stamp Counter (TSC) is a 64-bit register present on all x86 processors since the Pentium. It counts the number of CPU cycles since its reset. The instruction RDTSC returns the TSC in EDX:EAX. In x86-64 mode, RDTSC also clears the upper 32 bits of RAX and RDX. Its opcode is 0F 31. Pentium co

  Title: Frequency counter (similarity: 0.0800)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Frequency_counter
  QID: Q1331405
  Extract: A frequency counter is an electronic instrument, or component of one, that is used for measuring frequency. Frequency counters usually measure the number of cycles of oscillation or pulses per second in a periodic electronic signal. Such an instrument is sometimes called a cymometer, particularly on

  Title: Structured text (similarity: 0.1918)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Structured_text
  QID: Q1753738
  Extract: Structured text, abbreviated as ST or STX, is one of the five languages supported by the IEC 61131-3 standard, designed for programmable logic controllers (PLCs). It is a high level language that is block structured and syntactically resembles Pascal, on which it is based. All of the languages share

  Title: Instruction cycle (similarity: 0.2133)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Instruction_cycle
  QID: Q814190
  Extract: The instruction cycle is the cycle that the central processing unit (CPU) follows from boot-up until the computer has shut down in order to process instructions. It is composed of three main stages: the fetch stage, the decode stage, and the execute stage.

  Title: Counter (digital) (similarity: 0.1333)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Counter_(digital)
  QID: Q247299
  Extract: In digital electronics, a counter is a sequential logic circuit that counts and stores the number of positive or negative transitions of a clock signal. A counter typically consists of flip-flops, which store a value representing the current count, and in many cases, additional logic to effect parti

model_pass1          : claude-sonnet-4-20250514
model_pass2          : claude-haiku-4-5-20251001
inference_confidence : high
confidence_notes     : Strong confidence supported by comprehensive O*NET data including detailed work activities, skills, and industry employment patterns, with robust BLS wage data providing market intelligence foundation.
inferred_at          : 2026-06-03T22:43:23.074963+00:00
tokens_input         : 4,647
tokens_output        : 4,216
cost_usd             : $0.046337
wikipedia_used       : False
wikipedia_title      : None
wikipedia_note       : No direct Wikipedia match exists for this administrative occupation, as semantic neighbors focus on technical measurement equipment rather than the human recordkeeping role. The occupation represents a specialized clerical function not typically covered in encyclopedic sources.

--- PROSE FIELDS ---

ROLE SUMMARY:
Weighers, Measurers, Checkers, and Samplers, Recordkeeping are administrative workers who weigh, measure, and inspect materials, supplies, and equipment while maintaining accurate records of their findings. These detail-oriented professionals serve as quality control gatekeepers in manufacturing, transportation, and warehousing operations, ensuring products meet specifications and inventory counts remain accurate. Their primarily clerical duties involve documenting measurements, collecting samples, and communicating findings to supervisors and other workers.

DAY IN THE LIFE:
Workers begin each day by calibrating scales and measurement equipment, then systematically weigh or measure incoming materials using volume meters, scales, and measuring tools. They examine products for damage, defects, or shortages against established specifications, attaching identification labels and preparing measurement documentation. Throughout the day, they collect samples of finished products, store them in labeled containers, and record their locations in computerized inventory systems. They communicate regularly with supervisors about discrepancies, signal other workers to coordinate weighing and moving activities, and operate scalehouse computers to process shipment information. The workday concludes with updating records, counting estimated quantities of materials received or shipped, and organizing products into predetermined sequences for storage or shipping.

WHO THRIVES:
Successful workers possess exceptional attention to detail and strong visual acuity, as near vision abilities are critical for accurately reading measurements and detecting product defects. They demonstrate high dependability and cautiousness, understanding that measurement errors can cascade into significant production or shipping problems. Individuals with strong mathematical skills and comfort with basic computer systems excel, as the role requires calculating weights and volumes while maintaining electronic records. Those who prefer structured, methodical work environments thrive, as the position demands consistent adherence to measurement protocols and documentation procedures.

CAREER ENTRY:
Most positions require only a high school diploma or equivalent, with 50% of workers entering with this educational background and 21.5% starting with less formal education. New employees typically receive on-the-job training in measurement techniques, quality control procedures, and company-specific documentation systems. Some college coursework, held by 19.5% of workers, can provide advantages in understanding production processes and mathematical concepts. Previous experience with basic computer applications and attention to detail work is beneficial but not required.

CAREER TRAJECTORY:
Workers can advance to supervisory roles overseeing measurement and inspection teams, or transition into specialized quality control positions with greater technical responsibility. Career progression often leads to production planning and expediting clerk roles, where measurement experience provides valuable insights into material flow and inventory management. Some workers move into shipping and receiving clerk positions, leveraging their knowledge of product handling and documentation. Advanced opportunities may include quality assurance specialist roles or warehouse management positions, particularly for those who develop expertise in specific industry sectors.

MARKET INTELLIGENCE:
The occupation employs 53,300 workers nationwide with a median annual wage of $46,380, ranging from $35,290 at the 10th percentile to $60,910 at the 90th percentile according to BLS OEWS May 2025 data. Geographic wage variation is substantial, with Wyoming offering the highest compensation at $62,840 and Puerto Rico the lowest at $26,820, representing a 2.34x ratio difference. Employment concentrates heavily in transportation and warehousing (15,620 workers), followed by administrative and support services (8,490 workers) and manufacturing (8,020 workers). The role's presence across multiple industries provides geographic mobility and job security, particularly in regions with significant logistics and manufacturing activity.

AUTOMATION OUTLOOK:
The role faces moderate automation risk as digital scales and automated measurement systems increasingly handle routine weighing and counting tasks. However, the position's emphasis on visual inspection for damage and defects, combined with the need for human judgment in quality assessment, provides protection against full automation. Workers who develop expertise in operating advanced measurement technology and interpreting complex quality data will remain valuable as systems become more sophisticated.

--- REASONED EDGES ---
  [task_similarity] Inspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers (51-9061.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles involve weighing, measuring, and inspecting products for quality control with shared emphasis on documentation and defect detection.
    data: Shared inspection and weighing tasks
    data: Similar attention to detail work styles
    data: Common quality control analysis skills
  [skill_overlap] Shipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks (43-5071.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both positions require inventory management, recordkeeping, and material handling with emphasis on documentation and communication.
    data: Shared inventory counting activities
    data: Common documentation requirements
    data: Similar Job Zone 2 preparation level
  [riasec_cluster] Packers and Packagers, Hand (53-7064.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both roles exhibit strong Conventional and Realistic RIASEC profiles, emphasizing systematic work with materials and attention to procedures.
    data: Similar C:6.37 and R:5.31 RIASEC scores
    data: Shared material handling tasks
    data: Common attention to detail requirements
  [career_pathway] Production, Planning, and Expediting Clerks (43-5061.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Measurement and recordkeeping experience provides foundation knowledge for production planning roles that require understanding material flow and inventory control.
    data: Shared production and processing knowledge
    data: Common administrative skill requirements
    data: Similar documentation and communication tasks
  [wage_band] Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand (53-7062.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both occupations fall within similar wage ranges and require basic preparation levels, indicating comparable market positioning for entry-level workers.
    data: Similar Job Zone 2 preparation requirements
    data: Comparable median wage expectations
    data: Shared material handling industries

--- NORMALIZER SIGNALS ---
  match_keywords   : ['weigher', 'measurer', 'checker', 'sampler', 'recordkeeping', 'scale operator', 'balance operator', 'measurement clerk']
  exclude_keywords : ['inspector', 'tester', 'sorter', 'packager', 'quality assurance']
  title_patterns   : ['*weigher*', '*checker*', '*measurer*', '*sampler*', '*recorder*']
  common_variations: ['scale weigher', 'measurement checker', 'sample collector', 'weight recorder', 'cargo checker', 'shipping checker', 'balance weigher', 'charge weigher']

total_terms    : 40
top_words      : ['tendency', 'others', 'equipment', 'products', 'materials', 'principles', 'quality', 'control', 'production', 'objects', 'measurement', 'includes', 'procedures', 'techniques', 'ideas', 'activities', 'standards', 'problems', 'body', 'rules']
source_layers  : onet_tasks | onet_dimensions | dwas | wikipedia | inference

TERM                    COUNT     FREQ  DOMINANT SOURCE      SOURCE BREAKDOWN
──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────
tendency                   42  0.01505  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
others                     39  0.01397  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:97%  dwas:3%
equipment                  30  0.01075  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:77%  dwas:10%  inference:10%
products                   27  0.00967  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:48%  onet_dimensions:19%  dwas:19%
materials                  25  0.00896  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:40%  onet_tasks:28%  dwas:20%
principles                 16  0.00573  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
quality                    15  0.00537  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:40%  inference:40%  onet_tasks:20%
control                    15  0.00537  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:80%  inference:20%
production                 13  0.00466  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:62%  inference:23%  onet_tasks:8%
objects                    13  0.00466  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:92%  dwas:8%
measurement                12  0.00430  inference            inference:83%  onet_tasks:8%  onet_dimensions:8%
includes                   12  0.00430  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
procedures                 11  0.00394  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:73%  inference:18%  dwas:9%
techniques                 11  0.00394  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:91%  inference:9%
ideas                      11  0.00394  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
activities                 11  0.00394  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:82%  dwas:9%  inference:9%
standards                  10  0.00358  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:80%  onet_tasks:20%
problems                   10  0.00358  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:90%  inference:10%
body                       10  0.00358  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
rules                       9  0.00323  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  onet_tasks:11%
services                    9  0.00323  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:67%  onet_tasks:11%  dwas:11%
management                  9  0.00323  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:78%  inference:22%
human                       9  0.00323  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:78%  inference:22%
resources                   9  0.00323  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
quickly                     9  0.00323  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
orientation                 9  0.00323  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
defects                     8  0.00287  inference            inference:38%  onet_tasks:25%  dwas:25%
shipping                    8  0.00287  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:50%  inference:38%  dwas:12%
hand                        8  0.00287  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  onet_tasks:12%
understanding               8  0.00287  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:75%  inference:25%
monitoring                  8  0.00287  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
attention                   8  0.00287  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:75%  inference:25%
needs                       8  0.00287  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
electronic                  8  0.00287  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:62%  wikipedia:25%  inference:12%
moving                      8  0.00287  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  inference:12%
events                      8  0.00287  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
actions                     8  0.00287  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
performing                  8  0.00287  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
maintaining                 8  0.00287  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:75%  inference:25%
developing                  8  0.00287  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%