[Core] [57% incumbents] Follow recipes to produce food products of specified flavor, texture, clarity, bouquet, or color.
  DWAs: Operate cooking, baking, or other food preparation equipment.

[Core] [57% incumbents] Give directions to other workers who are assisting in the batchmaking process.
  DWAs: Direct operational or production activities.

[Core] [57% incumbents] Determine mixing sequences, based on knowledge of temperature effects and of the solubility of specific ingredients.
  DWAs: Determine food production methods.

[Core] [57% incumbents] Observe gauges and thermometers to determine if the mixing chamber temperature is within specified limits, and turn valves to control the temperature.
  DWAs: Monitor instruments to ensure proper production conditions. | Adjust temperature controls of ovens or other heating equipment.

[Core] [56% incumbents] Mix or blend ingredients, according to recipes, using a paddle or an agitator, or by controlling vats that heat and mix ingredients.
  DWAs: Operate mixing equipment.

[Core] [56% incumbents] Press switches and turn knobs to start, adjust, and regulate equipment, such as beaters, extruders, discharge pipes, and salt pumps.
  DWAs: Operate mixing equipment.

[Supplemental] [56% incumbents] Place products on carts or conveyors to transfer them to the next stage of processing.
  DWAs: Move products, materials, or equipment between work areas.

[Supplemental] [56% incumbents] Inspect and pack the final product.
  DWAs: Inspect food products. | Package products for storage or shipment.

[Core] [55% incumbents] Record production and test data for each food product batch, such as the ingredients used, temperature, test results, and time cycle.
  DWAs: Record operational or production data.

[Core] [55% incumbents] Clean and sterilize vats and factory processing areas.
  DWAs: Clean work areas. | Sterilize food cooking or processing equipment.

[Core] [55% incumbents] Set up, operate, and tend equipment that cooks, mixes, blends, or processes ingredients in the manufacturing of food products, according to formulas or recipes.
  DWAs: Operate cooking, baking, or other food preparation equipment. | Operate mixing equipment.

[Core] [55% incumbents] Select and measure or weigh ingredients, using English or metric measures and balance scales.
  DWAs: Measure ingredients or substances to be used in production processes. | Select production input materials.

[Core] [55% incumbents] Turn valve controls to start equipment and to adjust operation to maintain product quality.
  DWAs: Operate cooking, baking, or other food preparation equipment.

[Core] [55% incumbents] Modify cooking and forming operations based on the results of sampling processes, adjusting time cycles and ingredients to achieve desired qualities, such as firmness or texture.
  DWAs: Determine food production methods.

[Core] [55% incumbents] Examine, feel, and taste product samples during production to evaluate quality, color, texture, flavor, and bouquet, and document the results.
  DWAs: Inspect food products. | Evaluate quality of food ingredients or prepared foods.

[Supplemental] [55% incumbents] Cool food product batches on slabs or in water-cooled kettles.
  DWAs: Operate cooking, baking, or other food preparation equipment.

[Supplemental] [55% incumbents] Grade food products according to government regulations or according to type, color, bouquet, and moisture content.
  DWAs: Evaluate quality of food ingredients or prepared foods.

[Core] [54% incumbents] Observe and listen to equipment to detect possible malfunctions, such as leaks or plugging, and report malfunctions or undesirable tastes to supervisors.
  DWAs: Watch operating equipment to detect malfunctions. | Notify others of equipment repair or maintenance needs.

[Supplemental] [54% incumbents] Test food product samples for moisture content, acidity level, specific gravity, or butter-fat content, and continue processing until desired levels are reached.
  DWAs: Inspect food products.

[Supplemental] [54% incumbents] Inspect vats after cleaning to ensure that fermentable residue has been removed.
  DWAs: Inspect production equipment.

[Supplemental] [54% incumbents] Fill processing or cooking containers, such as kettles, rotating cookers, pressure cookers, or vats, with ingredients, by opening valves, by starting pumps or injectors, or by hand.
  DWAs: Load materials into production equipment. | Operate pumping systems or equipment.

[Supplemental] [54% incumbents] Manipulate products, by hand or using machines, to separate, spread, knead, spin, cast, cut, pull, or roll products.
  DWAs: Shape clay or dough to create products.

[Supplemental] [54% incumbents] Homogenize or pasteurize material to prevent separation or to obtain prescribed butterfat content, using a homogenizing device.
  DWAs: Operate cooking, baking, or other food preparation equipment.

[Supplemental] [54% incumbents] Operate refining machines to reduce the particle size of cooked batches.
  DWAs: Operate mixing equipment.

[Supplemental] [54% incumbents] Formulate or modify recipes for specific kinds of food products.
  DWAs: Determine food production methods.

--- SKILLS ---
  Reading Comprehension (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
  Critical Thinking (imp:3.12 lvl:2.88) — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternativ
  Active Listening (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand
  Speaking (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
  Writing (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audienc
  Monitoring (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organization
  Mathematics (imp:2.75 lvl:2.38) — Using mathematics to solve problems.
  Active Learning (imp:2.75 lvl:2.12) — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future pr
  Learning Strategies (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate fo
  Science (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.

--- KNOWLEDGE ---
  Public Safety and Security (imp:4.29 lvl:4.02) — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote
  Food Production (imp:4.26 lvl:4.19) — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food
  Production and Processing (imp:4.21 lvl:3.86) — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and ot
  Education and Training (imp:3.57 lvl:3.74) — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching
  English Language (imp:3.47 lvl:3.51) — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the mea
  Administration and Management (imp:3.15 lvl:3.54) — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, 
  Mechanical (imp:3.15 lvl:3.13) — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and main
  Mathematics (imp:3.12 lvl:3.04) — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their appl
  Computers and Electronics (imp:3.09 lvl:3.13) — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and comput
  Administrative (imp:2.91 lvl:3.24) — Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word proce
  Customer and Personal Service (imp:2.90 lvl:3.01) — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal servic
  Engineering and Technology (imp:2.61 lvl:2.78) — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Th
  Personnel and Human Resources (imp:2.58 lvl:1.82) — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, tra
  Chemistry (imp:2.49 lvl:3.39) — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances a
  Psychology (imp:2.47 lvl:2.38) — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, 
  Law and Government (imp:2.42 lvl:2.35) — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulat
  Physics (imp:2.40 lvl:2.57) — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships,
  Economics and Accounting (imp:2.36 lvl:1.78) — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial mar
  Biology (imp:2.35 lvl:2.32) — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interd
  Design (imp:2.33 lvl:1.82) — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of 
  Communications and Media (imp:2.20 lvl:1.87) — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and m
  Transportation (imp:2.17 lvl:1.58) — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea
  Sociology and Anthropology (imp:2.09 lvl:1.87) — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human 
  Sales and Marketing (imp:2.07 lvl:1.46) — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products
  Telecommunications (imp:1.83 lvl:1.02) — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of te
  Building and Construction (imp:1.80 lvl:1.02) — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or r
  Geography (imp:1.68 lvl:1.32) — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, an
  Therapy and Counseling (imp:1.59 lvl:1.05) — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and r
  Medicine and Dentistry (imp:1.50 lvl:0.71) — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human i
  Philosophy and Theology (imp:1.49 lvl:0.74) — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their 
  Foreign Language (imp:1.43) — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language inclu
  History and Archeology (imp:1.26) — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civi
  Fine Arts (imp:1.13) — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform

--- ABILITIES ---
  Information Ordering (imp:3.62 lvl:3.12) — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according
  Near Vision (imp:3.62 lvl:3.25) — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
  Oral Comprehension (imp:3.25 lvl:3.12) — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through 
  Written Comprehension (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
  Problem Sensitivity (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does no
  Control Precision (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehi
  Oral Expression (imp:3.00 lvl:3.12) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will unde
  Category Flexibility (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping
  Perceptual Speed (imp:3.00 lvl:3.12) — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among
  Selective Attention (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distrac
  Manual Dexterity (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your
  Auditory Attention (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distra
  Speech Recognition (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
  Deductive Reasoning (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that 
  Inductive Reasoning (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusion
  Arm-Hand Steadiness (imp:2.88 lvl:2.38) — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while hold
  Finger Dexterity (imp:2.88 lvl:2.12) — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or bot
  Trunk Strength (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the 
  Extent Flexibility (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
  Hearing Sensitivity (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch 
  Speech Clarity (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
  Written Expression (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will under
  Flexibility of Closure (imp:2.75 lvl:2.62) — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or so
  Reaction Time (imp:2.50 lvl:2.88) — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sou
  Number Facility (imp:2.38 lvl:2.12) — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
  Visualization (imp:2.38 lvl:2.25) — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when 
  Static Strength (imp:2.38 lvl:2.12) — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
  Visual Color Discrimination (imp:2.38 lvl:2.00) — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of c
  Fluency of Ideas (imp:2.25 lvl:2.12) — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas
  Mathematical Reasoning (imp:2.25 lvl:2.12) — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a prob
  Multilimb Coordination (imp:2.25 lvl:2.12) — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or
  Far Vision (imp:2.25 lvl:1.75) — The ability to see details at a distance.
  Memorization (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and proced
  Speed of Closure (imp:2.12 lvl:1.75) — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into mea
  Time Sharing (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of
  Response Orientation (imp:2.12 lvl:1.88) — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two o
  Rate Control (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in an
  Stamina (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getti
  Originality (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situa
  Spatial Orientation (imp:2.00 lvl:1.25) — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know wher
  Wrist-Finger Speed (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and 
  Gross Body Coordination (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together wh
  Depth Perception (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you
  Sound Localization (imp:2.00 lvl:1.12) — The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.
  Dynamic Strength (imp:1.88 lvl:1.62) — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This inv
  Gross Body Equilibrium (imp:1.88 lvl:1.50) — The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unsta
  Speed of Limb Movement (imp:1.75 lvl:1.38) — The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
  Night Vision (imp:1.62 lvl:0.62) — The ability to see under low-light conditions.
  Explosive Strength (imp:1.50 lvl:0.88) — The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping
  Glare Sensitivity (imp:1.50 lvl:0.50) — The ability to see objects in the presence of a glare or bright lighting.
  Peripheral Vision (imp:1.38 lvl:0.38) — The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes ar
  Dynamic Flexibility (imp:1.00) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with yo

--- WORK ACTIVITIES ---
  Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (imp:4.44 lvl:3.97) — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment,
  Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:4.42 lvl:4.54) — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines 
  Documenting/Recording Information (imp:4.33 lvl:3.90) — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in writte
  Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (imp:4.28 lvl:3.65) — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone,
  Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (imp:4.16 lvl:3.85) — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors o
  Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (imp:4.06 lvl:4.25) — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or 
  Making Decisions and Solving Problems (imp:4.02 lvl:3.36) — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and sol
  Handling and Moving Objects (imp:3.89 lvl:5.07) — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials,
  Getting Information (imp:3.83 lvl:3.31) — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sour
  Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (imp:3.76 lvl:3.52) — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events o
  Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (imp:3.73 lvl:3.50) — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resourc
  Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People (imp:3.73 lvl:3.45) — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
  Performing General Physical Activities (imp:3.73 lvl:3.80) — Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require co
  Processing Information (imp:3.56 lvl:3.65) — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying
  Working with Computers (imp:3.48 lvl:2.86) — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to progra
  Analyzing Data or Information (imp:3.33 lvl:3.51) — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by break
  Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (imp:3.29 lvl:3.05) — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and m
  Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (imp:3.27 lvl:2.50) — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, s
  Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (imp:3.26 lvl:3.30) — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
  Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (imp:3.23 lvl:2.77) — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
  Training and Teaching Others (imp:3.19 lvl:3.32) — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or tr
  Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (imp:3.18 lvl:3.14) — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your
  Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (imp:2.87 lvl:2.13) — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
  Thinking Creatively (imp:2.86 lvl:2.97) — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, syste
  Assisting and Caring for Others (imp:2.74 lvl:2.15) — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other pe
  Coaching and Developing Others (imp:2.65 lvl:2.92) — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherw
  Developing Objectives and Strategies (imp:2.62 lvl:2.45) — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to 
  Scheduling Work and Activities (imp:2.58 lvl:2.54) — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
  Developing and Building Teams (imp:2.54 lvl:1.90) — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team membe
  Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (imp:2.49 lvl:2.47) — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, an
  Providing Consultation and Advice to Others (imp:2.40 lvl:1.82) — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical,
  Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (imp:2.30 lvl:2.26) — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, 
  Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (imp:2.19 lvl:1.08) — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance 
  Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (imp:2.15 lvl:1.82) — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines,
  Monitoring and Controlling Resources (imp:1.97 lvl:1.90) — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
  Performing Administrative Activities (imp:1.95 lvl:1.53) — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files
  Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (imp:1.94 lvl:0.85) — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving
  Communicating with People Outside the Organization (imp:1.79) — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organizatio
  Selling or Influencing Others (imp:1.78 lvl:0.99) — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or
  Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (imp:1.76 lvl:1.47) — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to t
  Staffing Organizational Units (imp:1.60) — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organ

--- WORK STYLES ---
  Dependability (imp:2.59) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Attention to Detail (imp:2.41) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Dependability (imp:2.00) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Cautiousness (imp:1.82) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Integrity (imp:1.26) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Stress Tolerance (imp:1.09) — 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.
  Achievement Orientation (imp:0.97) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Self-Control (imp:0.97) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Adaptability (imp:0.94) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Perseverance (imp:0.88) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Cooperation (imp:0.75) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Initiative (imp:0.53) — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Self-Confidence (imp:0.52) — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Intellectual Curiosity (imp:0.39) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Leadership Orientation (imp:0.34) — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Optimism (imp:0.22) — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Sincerity (imp:0.18) — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Social Orientation (imp:0.02) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  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
  Humility (imp:-0.04) — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Empathy (imp:-0.08) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Tolerance for Ambiguity (imp:-0.17) — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Innovation (imp:-0.28) — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 

--- TRANSFERABLE SKILLS ---
  Operations Monitoring (imp:3.25 lvl:3.00) — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working pr
  Coordination (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
  Operation and Control (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
  Complex Problem Solving (imp:2.88 lvl:2.62) — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and ev
  Judgment and Decision Making (imp:2.88 lvl:2.38) — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the m
  Social Perceptiveness (imp:2.75 lvl:2.62) — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
  Quality Control Analysis (imp:2.75 lvl:2.12) — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate
  Time Management (imp:2.75 lvl:2.50) — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
  Instructing (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — Teaching others how to do something.
  Service Orientation (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — Actively looking for ways to help people.
  Troubleshooting (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
  Management of Personnel Resources (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best 
  Persuasion (imp:2.00 lvl:2.12) — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
  Negotiation (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
  Systems Analysis (imp:2.00 lvl:1.50) — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, 
  Systems Evaluation (imp:2.00 lvl:1.50) — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed 
  Operations Analysis (imp:1.88 lvl:1.75) — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
  Equipment Selection (imp:1.62 lvl:0.88) — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
  Equipment Maintenance (imp:1.62 lvl:1.25) — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind o
  Technology Design (imp:1.50 lvl:0.50) — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
  Repairing (imp:1.50 lvl:0.62) — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
  Management of Material Resources (imp:1.50 lvl:0.62) — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materi
  Management of Financial Resources (imp:1.25 lvl:0.38) — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for the
  Programming (imp:1.12 lvl:0.12) — Writing computer programs for various purposes.
  Installation (imp:1.00) — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.

--- NATIONAL WAGES ---
  total_employment : 174,520
  annual_median    : $42,290
  annual_pct10     : $31,990
  annual_pct25     : $36,350
  annual_pct75     : $49,670
  annual_pct90     : $58,940
  annual_mean      : $43,750
  hourly_median    : $20.33

--- GEOGRAPHIC DISPERSION ---
  highest_state    : Vermont ($50,180)
  lowest_state     : Puerto Rico ($22,270)
  dispersion_ratio : 2.253x

--- TOP STATES BY WAGE (51 total) ---
  Manufacturing                            emp:  147,920  median: $  44,170
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:    9,320  median: $  35,470
  Wholesale Trade                          emp:    5,540  median: $  40,120
  Accommodation and Food Services          emp:    4,820  median: $  33,830
  Retail Trade                             emp:    4,610  median: $  37,840
  Transportation and Warehousing           emp:    1,980  median: $  45,200
  Educational Services                     emp:      130  median: $  49,260
  Management of Companies and Enterprises  emp:       70  median: $  36,080

--- TOP INDUSTRIES BY EMPLOYMENT (8 total) ---
  Manufacturing                            emp:  147,920  median: $  44,170
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:    9,320  median: $  35,470
  Wholesale Trade                          emp:    5,540  median: $  40,120
  Accommodation and Food Services          emp:    4,820  median: $  33,830
  Retail Trade                             emp:    4,610  median: $  37,840
  Transportation and Warehousing           emp:    1,980  median: $  45,200
  Educational Services                     emp:      130  median: $  49,260
  Management of Companies and Enterprises  emp:       70  median: $  36,080

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         : 2026-06-02T23:06:20.145682Z

--- SEMANTIC NEIGHBORS (5) ---

  Title: Candy making (similarity: 0.3571)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Candy_making
  QID: Q17082653
  Extract: Candy making is the preparation and cookery of candies and sugar confections. Candy making includes the preparation of many various candies, such as hard candies, jelly beans, gumdrops, taffy, liquorice, cotton candy, chocolates and chocolate truffles, dragées, fudge, caramel candy, and toffee.

  Title: Women in the United States (similarity: 0.3333)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Women_in_the_United_States
  QID: Q17514041
  Extract: The legal status of women in the United States has advanced significantly over the past two centuries, but not yet equal to that of men in comparison to other high-income democracies.

  Title: Ready-mix concrete (similarity: 0.1765)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ready-mix_concrete
  QID: Q1058822
  Extract: Ready-mix concrete (RMC) is concrete that is manufactured in a batch plant, according to each specific job requirement, then delivered to the job site "ready to use".

  Title: Equipment operator (similarity: 0.2353)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Equipment_operator
  QID: Q5384556
  Extract: Equipment operator is a United States Navy occupational rating.

  Title: Computer operator (similarity: 0.3030)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Computer_operator
  QID: Q5157562
  Extract: A computer operator is a role in IT which oversees the running of computer systems, ensuring that the machines, and computers are running properly. The job of a computer operator as defined by the United States Bureau of Labor Statistics is to "monitor and control ... and respond to ... enter comman

model_pass1          : claude-sonnet-4-20250514
model_pass2          : claude-haiku-4-5-20251001
inference_confidence : high
confidence_notes     : Strong data foundation with detailed O*NET work activities, clear wage data from BLS OEWS, and well-defined related occupations providing solid basis for analysis.
inferred_at          : 2026-06-04T01:15:29.459659+00:00
tokens_input         : 4,733
tokens_output        : 4,243
cost_usd             : $0.045871
wikipedia_used       : False
wikipedia_title      : None
wikipedia_note       : No exact Wikipedia match found, with the closest candidate being 'Candy making' which represents only a subset of food batchmaking activities. This occupation spans broader food manufacturing beyond confectionery production.

--- PROSE FIELDS ---

ROLE SUMMARY:
Food Batchmakers set up and operate mixing and blending equipment to manufacture food products according to specific recipes and quality standards. They control processing equipment that combines ingredients for items ranging from candy and cheese to baked goods and beverages. These production workers ensure consistent product quality through precise monitoring of temperatures, mixing sequences, and ingredient ratios.

DAY IN THE LIFE:
Food Batchmakers begin their shifts by reviewing production schedules and recipes for the day's batches. They prepare mixing equipment by cleaning and sterilizing vats and processing areas, then measure and combine ingredients according to precise formulations. Throughout production runs, they monitor gauges and thermometers to maintain proper mixing chamber temperatures, adjusting controls as needed. They operate mixing equipment using paddles, agitators, or automated vats, following specific sequences based on ingredient solubility and temperature effects. Workers document production data including ingredients used, temperatures, test results, and batch yields, then inspect and package finished products before transferring them to the next processing stage.

WHO THRIVES:
Successful Food Batchmakers are detail-oriented individuals who excel at following precise procedures and maintaining consistent quality standards. They possess strong mechanical aptitude for operating complex mixing and processing equipment, combined with the mathematical skills needed to calculate ingredient ratios and monitor production metrics. These workers demonstrate high dependability and cautiousness, as food safety and quality control are paramount in their role. They thrive on routine, structured work environments where attention to detail and adherence to established protocols directly impact product quality and consumer safety.

CAREER ENTRY:
Most Food Batchmakers enter the field with a high school diploma or equivalent, with 37.8% of workers having this educational background. Many gain relevant skills through post-secondary certificates in food production, culinary services, or manufacturing technologies (21.5% of workers). Entry-level positions typically provide on-the-job training in food safety protocols, equipment operation, and recipe procedures. Prior experience in food service, manufacturing, or machine operation can be advantageous for securing positions in this field.

CAREER TRAJECTORY:
Food Batchmakers can advance to supervisory roles overseeing production teams or quality control departments within food manufacturing facilities. Career progression may lead to positions as Production Supervisors, Quality Assurance Technicians, or Food Safety Managers. Some workers transition to related roles such as Food Cooking Machine Operators or Mixing and Blending Machine Operators in other industries. With additional training, opportunities exist in food science, process engineering, or plant management roles within the broader food manufacturing sector.

MARKET INTELLIGENCE:
Food Batchmakers earn a median annual wage of $42,290 according to BLS OEWS May 2025 data, with employment reaching 174,520 workers nationwide. Wages range from $31,990 at the 10th percentile to $58,940 at the 90th percentile, showing geographic variation from Vermont's high of $50,180 to Puerto Rico's low of $22,270. The manufacturing sector employs 147,920 workers in this occupation, representing the vast majority of positions. Employment is concentrated in food production facilities, with additional opportunities in administrative services and wholesale trade operations supporting food distribution networks.

AUTOMATION OUTLOOK:
Food Batchmakers face moderate automation risk as their work involves both standardized processes and quality judgment tasks. While automated mixing systems and computer-controlled processing equipment are increasingly common, workers remain essential for monitoring processes, making quality decisions, and handling exceptions that require human intervention. The emphasis on food safety compliance and the need for sensory evaluation of products provides some protection against full automation.

--- REASONED EDGES ---
  [task_similarity] Food Cooking Machine Operators and Tenders (51-3093.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles operate food processing equipment and monitor production conditions with overlapping work activities in machine control and process monitoring.
    data: Controlling Machines and Processes (4.4 importance)
    data: Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (4.4 importance)
  [skill_overlap] Mixing and Blending Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders (51-9023.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Direct skill transfer in mixing operations and equipment control, with shared transferable skills in Operations Monitoring and Operation and Control.
    data: Operations Monitoring (3.2 importance)
    data: Operation and Control (3.0 importance)
  [knowledge_overlap] Bakers (51-3011.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Shared knowledge requirements in Food Production (4.3 importance) and Production and Processing, with similar recipe-following tasks.
    data: Food Production knowledge (4.3 importance)
    data: Follow recipes to produce food products
  [riasec_cluster] Food and Tobacco Roasting, Baking, and Drying Machine Operators and Tenders (51-3091.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both occupy the Realistic work environment cluster with similar preferences for hands-on equipment operation and structured production tasks.
    data: Realistic RIASEC score of 6.09
    data: Job Zone 2 classification
  [wage_band] Separating, Filtering, Clarifying, Precipitating, and Still Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders (51-9012.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Similar median wage ranges and job zone classifications suggest comparable skill requirements and market positioning.
    data: $42,290 median annual wage
    data: Job Zone 2 classification

--- NORMALIZER SIGNALS ---
  match_keywords   : ['food batchmaker', 'batch mixer', 'food mixer', 'recipe mixer', 'food blender', 'batch operator', 'ingredient mixer', 'food production operator']
  exclude_keywords : ['baker', 'cook', 'chef', 'food preparer', 'food server']
  title_patterns   : ['*batch*', '*mix*', '*blend*', 'food*operator', '*production*operator']
  common_variations: ['batch maker', 'batchmaker', 'batch mixer', 'food mixer', 'blend operator', 'mixing operator', 'batch operator', 'ingredient mixer']

total_terms    : 40
top_words      : ['equipment', 'food', 'tendency', 'others', 'production', 'products', 'quality', 'control', 'operate', 'principles', 'mixing', 'ingredients', 'processing', 'materials', 'includes', 'objects', 'ideas', 'activities', 'product', 'machines']
source_layers  : onet_tasks | onet_dimensions | dwas | wikipedia | inference

TERM                    COUNT     FREQ  DOMINANT SOURCE      SOURCE BREAKDOWN
──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────
equipment                  52  0.01841  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:44%  dwas:33%  inference:13%
food                       45  0.01593  inference            inference:49%  dwas:31%  onet_tasks:16%
tendency                   42  0.01487  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
others                     39  0.01380  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:97%  dwas:3%
production                 30  0.01062  dwas                 dwas:33%  inference:33%  onet_dimensions:27%
products                   21  0.00743  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:33%  dwas:29%  onet_dimensions:24%
quality                    19  0.00673  inference            inference:47%  onet_dimensions:32%  onet_tasks:11%
control                    17  0.00602  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:71%  inference:18%  onet_tasks:6%
operate                    17  0.00602  dwas                 dwas:59%  onet_dimensions:18%  onet_tasks:12%
principles                 16  0.00566  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
mixing                     14  0.00496  inference            inference:57%  dwas:29%  onet_tasks:14%
ingredients                14  0.00496  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:57%  dwas:21%  inference:21%
processing                 14  0.00496  inference            inference:36%  onet_tasks:29%  onet_dimensions:29%
materials                  13  0.00460  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:77%  dwas:23%
includes                   13  0.00460  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:92%  wikipedia:8%
objects                    12  0.00425  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
ideas                      11  0.00389  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
activities                 11  0.00389  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:82%  dwas:9%  inference:9%
product                    10  0.00354  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:60%  onet_dimensions:20%  inference:20%
machines                   10  0.00354  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:70%  onet_tasks:20%  wikipedia:10%
monitoring                 10  0.00354  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:80%  inference:20%
procedures                 10  0.00354  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:80%  inference:20%
techniques                 10  0.00354  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
standards                  10  0.00354  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:80%  inference:20%
body                       10  0.00354  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
cooking                     9  0.00319  dwas                 dwas:67%  onet_tasks:22%  inference:11%
hand                        9  0.00319  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:78%  onet_tasks:22%
problems                    9  0.00319  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
needs                       9  0.00319  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  dwas:11%
resources                   9  0.00319  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
needed                      9  0.00319  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:78%  inference:22%
quickly                     9  0.00319  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
orientation                 9  0.00319  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
operations                  8  0.00283  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:75%  onet_tasks:12%  inference:12%
rules                       8  0.00283  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
management                  8  0.00283  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  inference:12%
human                       8  0.00283  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  inference:12%
computer                    8  0.00283  wikipedia            wikipedia:50%  onet_dimensions:38%  inference:12%
services                    8  0.00283  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:75%  inference:25%
events                      8  0.00283  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%