[Core] [83% incumbents] Monitor machine cycles and mill operation to detect jamming and to ensure that products conform to specifications.
  DWAs: Watch operating equipment to detect malfunctions.

[Core] [83% incumbents] Adjust and correct machine set-ups to reduce thicknesses, reshape products, and eliminate product defects.
  DWAs: Operate metal or plastic forming equipment.

[Core] [83% incumbents] Start operation of rolling and milling machines to flatten, temper, form, and reduce sheet metal sections and to produce steel strips.
  DWAs: Operate metal or plastic forming equipment.

[Core] [83% incumbents] Examine, inspect, and measure raw materials and finished products to verify conformance to specifications.
  DWAs: Inspect metal, plastic, or composite products. | Measure dimensions of completed products or workpieces to verify conformance to specifications.

[Core] [83% incumbents] Read rolling orders, blueprints, and mill schedules to determine setup specifications, work sequences, product dimensions, and installation procedures.
  DWAs: Read work orders or other instructions to determine product specifications or materials requirements. | Study blueprints or other instructions to determine equipment setup requirements. | Review blueprints or other instructions to determine operational methods or sequences.

[Core] [83% incumbents] Manipulate controls and observe dial indicators to monitor, adjust, and regulate speeds of machine mechanisms.
  DWAs: Monitor equipment operation to ensure proper functioning. | Operate metal or plastic forming equipment.

[Core] [83% incumbents] Set distance points between rolls, guides, meters, and stops, according to specifications.
  DWAs: Set equipment guides, stops, spacers, or other fixtures.

[Core] [83% incumbents] Position, align, and secure arbors, spindles, coils, mandrels, dies, and slitting knives.
  DWAs: Mount attachments or tools onto production equipment.

[Core] [83% incumbents] Fill oil cups, adjust valves, and observe gauges to control flow of metal coolants and lubricants onto workpieces.
  DWAs: Monitor instruments to ensure proper production conditions. | Adjust equipment controls to regulate coolant flow.

[Core] [83% incumbents] Signal and assist other workers to remove and position equipment, fill hoppers, and feed materials into machines.
  DWAs: Signal others to coordinate work activities.

[Core] [83% incumbents] Record mill production on schedule sheets.
  DWAs: Record operational or production data.

[Core] [83% incumbents] Direct and train other workers to change rolls, operate mill equipment, remove coils and cobbles, and band and load material.
  DWAs: Instruct workers to use equipment or perform technical procedures. | Direct operational or production activities.

[Supplemental] [83% incumbents] Thread or feed sheets or rods through rolling mechanisms, or start and control mechanisms that automatically feed steel into rollers.
  DWAs: Feed materials or products into or through equipment.

[Supplemental] [83% incumbents] Remove scratches and polish roll surfaces, using polishing stones and electric buffers.
  DWAs: Polish materials, workpieces, or finished products.

[Core] [82% incumbents] Install equipment such as guides, guards, gears, cooling equipment, and rolls, using hand tools.
  DWAs: Install mechanical components in production equipment.

[Core] [82% incumbents] Activate shears and grinders to trim workpieces.
  DWAs: Reshape metal workpieces to established specifications. | Operate grinding equipment. | Operate cutting equipment.

[Supplemental] [82% incumbents] Select rolls, dies, roll stands, and chucks from data charts to form specified contours and to fabricate products.
  DWAs: Select production equipment according to product specifications.

[Supplemental] [82% incumbents] Disassemble sizing mills removed from rolling lines, and sort and store parts.
  DWAs: Sort materials or products for processing, storing, shipping, or grading. | Disassemble equipment for maintenance or repair.

[Core] [81% incumbents] Calculate draft space and roll speed for each mill stand to plan rolling sequences and specified dimensions and tempers.
  DWAs: Calculate specific material, equipment, or labor requirements for production.

--- SKILLS ---
  Monitoring (imp:3.50 lvl:3.00) — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organization
  Speaking (imp:3.25 lvl:2.75) — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
  Active Listening (imp:3.12 lvl:2.75) — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand
  Critical Thinking (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternativ
  Reading Comprehension (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
  Active Learning (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future pr
  Learning Strategies (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate fo
  Writing (imp:2.62 lvl:2.62) — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audienc
  Mathematics (imp:2.38 lvl:2.50) — Using mathematics to solve problems.
  Science (imp:1.38 lvl:0.38) — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.

--- KNOWLEDGE ---
  Mechanical (imp:3.87 lvl:4.53) — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and main
  Production and Processing (imp:3.50 lvl:4.31) — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and ot
  English Language (imp:3.40 lvl:3.78) — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the mea
  Education and Training (imp:3.11 lvl:3.45) — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching
  Administration and Management (imp:2.87 lvl:2.85) — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, 
  Customer and Personal Service (imp:2.60 lvl:3.50) — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal servic
  Engineering and Technology (imp:2.60 lvl:2.46) — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Th
  Mathematics (imp:2.59 lvl:2.51) — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their appl
  Public Safety and Security (imp:2.56 lvl:2.62) — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote
  Computers and Electronics (imp:2.51 lvl:2.35) — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and comput
  Chemistry (imp:2.17 lvl:2.24) — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances a
  Transportation (imp:1.97 lvl:1.85) — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea
  Design (imp:1.91 lvl:1.35) — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of 
  Physics (imp:1.89 lvl:1.54) — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships,
  Personnel and Human Resources (imp:1.82 lvl:1.64) — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, tra
  Telecommunications (imp:1.79 lvl:1.63) — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of te
  Building and Construction (imp:1.76 lvl:1.23) — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or r
  Communications and Media (imp:1.75 lvl:1.48) — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and m
  Administrative (imp:1.74 lvl:0.93) — Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word proce
  Sales and Marketing (imp:1.49) — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products
  Food Production (imp:1.48) — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food
  Law and Government (imp:1.48 lvl:0.71) — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulat
  Economics and Accounting (imp:1.44) — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial mar
  Sociology and Anthropology (imp:1.32 lvl:0.58) — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human 
  Foreign Language (imp:1.32) — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language inclu
  Therapy and Counseling (imp:1.25) — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and r
  Medicine and Dentistry (imp:1.24 lvl:0.46) — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human i
  Psychology (imp:1.23) — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, 
  Philosophy and Theology (imp:1.16) — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their 
  Geography (imp:1.14) — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, an
  Biology (imp:1.10) — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interd
  History and Archeology (imp:1.06) — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civi
  Fine Arts (imp:1.00) — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform

--- ABILITIES ---
  Problem Sensitivity (imp:4.00 lvl:3.12) — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does no
  Control Precision (imp:3.88 lvl:3.88) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehi
  Reaction Time (imp:3.88 lvl:3.88) — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sou
  Near Vision (imp:3.88 lvl:3.38) — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
  Rate Control (imp:3.75 lvl:3.62) — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in an
  Manual Dexterity (imp:3.62 lvl:3.00) — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your
  Multilimb Coordination (imp:3.62 lvl:3.75) — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or
  Arm-Hand Steadiness (imp:3.50 lvl:3.12) — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while hold
  Oral Expression (imp:3.25 lvl:3.38) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will unde
  Deductive Reasoning (imp:3.25 lvl:3.00) — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that 
  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:3.38) — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among
  Finger Dexterity (imp:3.25 lvl:3.12) — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or bot
  Response Orientation (imp:3.25 lvl:3.25) — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two o
  Static Strength (imp:3.25 lvl:3.38) — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
  Oral Comprehension (imp:3.12 lvl:3.38) — 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.
  Inductive Reasoning (imp:3.12 lvl:2.88) — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusion
  Selective Attention (imp:3.12 lvl:3.38) — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distrac
  Trunk Strength (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the 
  Far Vision (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — The ability to see details at a distance.
  Auditory Attention (imp:3.12 lvl:3.38) — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distra
  Speech Recognition (imp:3.12 lvl:2.50) — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
  Speech Clarity (imp:3.12 lvl:2.75) — 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
  Visualization (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when 
  Stamina (imp:3.00 lvl:2.75) — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getti
  Depth Perception (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you
  Written Expression (imp:2.88 lvl:2.38) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will under
  Category Flexibility (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping
  Wrist-Finger Speed (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and 
  Speed of Limb Movement (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
  Hearing Sensitivity (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch 
  Memorization (imp:2.62 lvl:2.12) — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and proced
  Speed of Closure (imp:2.62 lvl:2.38) — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into mea
  Time Sharing (imp:2.62 lvl:2.50) — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of
  Extent Flexibility (imp:2.62 lvl:2.75) — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
  Visual Color Discrimination (imp:2.62 lvl:2.62) — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of c
  Mathematical Reasoning (imp:2.50 lvl:2.12) — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a prob
  Dynamic Strength (imp:2.50 lvl:2.62) — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This inv
  Gross Body Coordination (imp:2.50 lvl:2.50) — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together wh
  Number Facility (imp:2.38 lvl:2.00) — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
  Fluency of Ideas (imp:2.25 lvl:2.25) — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas
  Originality (imp:2.25 lvl:2.12) — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situa
  Spatial Orientation (imp:2.12 lvl:1.75) — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know wher
  Peripheral Vision (imp:2.12 lvl:1.88) — The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes ar
  Gross Body Equilibrium (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unsta
  Night Vision (imp:1.88 lvl:1.38) — The ability to see under low-light conditions.
  Sound Localization (imp:1.88 lvl:1.62) — The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.
  Glare Sensitivity (imp:1.75 lvl:1.50) — The ability to see objects in the presence of a glare or bright lighting.
  Explosive Strength (imp:1.62 lvl:0.88) — The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping
  Dynamic Flexibility (imp:1.12 lvl:0.25) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with yo

--- WORK ACTIVITIES ---
  Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:4.50 lvl:5.86) — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines 
  Getting Information (imp:4.49 lvl:3.65) — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sour
  Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (imp:4.42 lvl:4.60) — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors o
  Making Decisions and Solving Problems (imp:4.37 lvl:4.96) — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and sol
  Handling and Moving Objects (imp:4.24 lvl:5.73) — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials,
  Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (imp:4.05 lvl:3.99) — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, s
  Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (imp:3.97 lvl:4.02) — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or 
  Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (imp:3.95 lvl:4.68) — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone,
  Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (imp:3.89 lvl:4.76) — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment,
  Training and Teaching Others (imp:3.85 lvl:3.73) — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or tr
  Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (imp:3.68 lvl:3.95) — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, an
  Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (imp:3.63 lvl:4.39) — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
  Processing Information (imp:3.61 lvl:4.16) — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying
  Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (imp:3.59 lvl:3.88) — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events o
  Documenting/Recording Information (imp:3.52 lvl:4.15) — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in writte
  Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (imp:3.44 lvl:3.78) — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your
  Performing General Physical Activities (imp:3.38 lvl:4.40) — Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require co
  Analyzing Data or Information (imp:3.35 lvl:3.67) — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by break
  Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (imp:3.23 lvl:3.64) — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resourc
  Working with Computers (imp:3.21 lvl:3.01) — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to progra
  Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (imp:3.15 lvl:3.50) — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and m
  Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (imp:3.14 lvl:3.45) — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines,
  Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (imp:3.09 lvl:3.36) — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to t
  Developing and Building Teams (imp:3.04 lvl:2.98) — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team membe
  Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People (imp:3.02 lvl:3.13) — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
  Thinking Creatively (imp:3.00 lvl:3.36) — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, syste
  Coaching and Developing Others (imp:3.00 lvl:3.17) — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherw
  Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (imp:2.98 lvl:3.70) — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
  Providing Consultation and Advice to Others (imp:2.80 lvl:3.42) — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical,
  Developing Objectives and Strategies (imp:2.78 lvl:2.56) — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to 
  Assisting and Caring for Others (imp:2.76 lvl:2.94) — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other pe
  Scheduling Work and Activities (imp:2.73 lvl:2.78) — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
  Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (imp:2.71 lvl:2.79) — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance 
  Monitoring and Controlling Resources (imp:2.71 lvl:3.06) — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
  Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (imp:2.53 lvl:2.52) — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
  Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (imp:2.38 lvl:1.99) — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, 
  Selling or Influencing Others (imp:2.37 lvl:2.14) — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or
  Performing Administrative Activities (imp:2.33 lvl:2.57) — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files
  Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (imp:2.20 lvl:2.01) — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving
  Staffing Organizational Units (imp:2.09 lvl:2.12) — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organ
  Communicating with People Outside the Organization (imp:1.93 lvl:1.45) — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organizatio

--- WORK STYLES ---
  Dependability (imp:2.39) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Attention to Detail (imp:2.34) — 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:1.96) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Achievement Orientation (imp:1.14) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Attention to Detail (imp:1.00) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Stress Tolerance (imp:0.95) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Self-Control (imp:0.92) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Perseverance (imp:0.86) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Integrity (imp:0.70) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Adaptability (imp:0.55) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Self-Confidence (imp:0.54) — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Cooperation (imp:0.47) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Initiative (imp:0.42) — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Intellectual Curiosity (imp:0.37) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Leadership Orientation (imp:0.25) — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Sincerity (imp:0.06) — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  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
  Empathy (imp:-0.08) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Optimism (imp:-0.09) — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Humility (imp:-0.12) — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Social Orientation (imp:-0.14) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Innovation (imp:-0.34) — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Tolerance for Ambiguity (imp:-0.61) — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.

--- TRANSFERABLE SKILLS ---
  Operations Monitoring (imp:4.00 lvl:4.00) — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working pr
  Operation and Control (imp:4.00 lvl:3.88) — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
  Quality Control Analysis (imp:3.62 lvl:3.88) — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate
  Coordination (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
  Complex Problem Solving (imp:3.00 lvl:2.75) — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and ev
  Equipment Maintenance (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind o
  Troubleshooting (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
  Repairing (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
  Judgment and Decision Making (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the m
  Time Management (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
  Social Perceptiveness (imp:2.88 lvl:2.50) — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
  Instructing (imp:2.75 lvl:2.88) — Teaching others how to do something.
  Systems Analysis (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, 
  Systems Evaluation (imp:2.75 lvl:2.38) — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed 
  Management of Personnel Resources (imp:2.75 lvl:2.62) — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best 
  Equipment Selection (imp:2.62 lvl:2.38) — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
  Service Orientation (imp:2.38 lvl:2.00) — Actively looking for ways to help people.
  Installation (imp:2.38 lvl:2.00) — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.
  Negotiation (imp:2.00 lvl:1.62) — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
  Persuasion (imp:1.88 lvl:1.75) — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
  Management of Material Resources (imp:1.88 lvl:1.25) — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materi
  Operations Analysis (imp:1.75 lvl:1.12) — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
  Technology Design (imp:1.75 lvl:0.88) — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
  Management of Financial Resources (imp:1.75 lvl:0.88) — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for the
  Programming (imp:1.62 lvl:0.62) — Writing computer programs for various purposes.

--- NATIONAL WAGES ---
  total_employment : 25,250
  annual_median    : $50,140
  annual_pct10     : $37,690
  annual_pct25     : $44,020
  annual_pct75     : $61,880
  annual_pct90     : $70,310
  annual_mean      : $53,220
  hourly_median    : $24.10

--- GEOGRAPHIC DISPERSION ---
  highest_state    : Iowa ($72,670)
  lowest_state     : Puerto Rico ($22,650)
  dispersion_ratio : 3.208x

--- TOP STATES BY WAGE (40 total) ---
  Manufacturing                            emp:   23,020  median: $  50,240
  Wholesale Trade                          emp:    1,570  median: $  50,370
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:      370  median: $  37,760
  Construction                             emp:      120  median: $  56,380

--- TOP INDUSTRIES BY EMPLOYMENT (4 total) ---
  Manufacturing                            emp:   23,020  median: $  50,240
  Wholesale Trade                          emp:    1,570  median: $  50,370
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:      370  median: $  37,760
  Construction                             emp:      120  median: $  56,380

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wikidata_qid       : N/A
word_count         : 0
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fetched_at         : 2026-06-02T23:07:32.942658Z

--- SEMANTIC NEIGHBORS (5) ---

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  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_Pawn_Stars_episodes
  QID: Q6349379
  Extract: 


Pawn Stars is an American reality television series that premiered on History on July 19, 2009. The series is filmed in Las Vegas, Nevada, where it chronicles the activities at the World Famous Gold & Silver Pawn Shop, a 24-hour family business operated by patriarch Richard "Old Man" Harrison, hi

  Title: 1947 Birthday Honours (similarity: 0.1149)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/1947_Birthday_Honours
  QID: Q19875523
  Extract: 

The 1947 King's Birthday Honours were appointments by many of the Dominions of King George VI to various orders and honours to reward and highlight good works by citizens of those countries. The appointments were made "on the occasion of the Celebration of His Majesty's Birthday." They were announ

  Title: St. Peter's Church, Laragh (similarity: 0.2174)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/St._Peter's_Church%2C_Laragh
  QID: Q24196356
  Extract: St. Peter's Church in Laragh, County Monaghan, Ireland, is a tin tabernacle constructed in 1890 from corrugated iron and timber.

  Title: Ghana (similarity: 0.1408)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ghana
  QID: Q117
  Extract: Ghana, officially the Republic of Ghana, is a country in West Africa. It is situated with the Gulf of Guinea and the Atlantic Ocean to the south, and shares borders with Côte d'Ivoire to the west, Burkina Faso to the north, and Togo to the east. Ghana covers an area of 239,567 km2 (92,497 sq mi), sp

  Title: Bulk material analyzer (similarity: 0.2955)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bulk_material_analyzer
  QID: Q4996482
  Extract: The term bulk material analyzer is the generic noun for that device which fits around a conveyor belt and conducts real-time elemental analysis of the material on the belt. Other names often found for such a device include belt analyzer, crossbelt analyzer and elemental analyzer. This product first 

model_pass1          : claude-sonnet-4-20250514
model_pass2          : claude-haiku-4-5-20251001
inference_confidence : high
confidence_notes     : High confidence supported by comprehensive O*NET data including detailed work activities, skills, knowledge requirements, and wage data from BLS OEWS May 2025. Related occupations provide clear context for skill transferability and career pathways.
inferred_at          : 2026-06-04T01:20:03.056115+00:00
tokens_input         : 4,868
tokens_output        : 4,427
cost_usd             : $0.049765
wikipedia_used       : False
wikipedia_title      : None
wikipedia_note       : No Wikipedia article found specifically covering rolling machine operations for metal and plastic forming. The occupation represents a specialized manufacturing role not typically covered in general encyclopedic content.

--- PROSE FIELDS ---

ROLE SUMMARY:
Rolling Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic operate specialized machinery to reshape, flatten, and form metal and plastic materials according to precise specifications. These skilled production workers monitor complex rolling and milling equipment, making real-time adjustments to ensure products meet quality standards and dimensional requirements. They play a critical role in manufacturing processes that transform raw materials into finished components for automotive, construction, and industrial applications.

DAY IN THE LIFE:
Workers begin by reading work orders and blueprints to determine setup specifications and material requirements. They position and secure equipment components like arbors, dies, and slitting knives, then adjust machine settings for proper spacing and speed control. Throughout production runs, they continuously monitor machine cycles and operation indicators, watching for jamming or defects while making precise adjustments to maintain product conformance. They inspect raw materials and finished products using measuring tools, coordinate with team members to handle materials, and maintain equipment by controlling coolant and lubricant flows. When problems arise, they troubleshoot machine setups and make corrections to eliminate defects and ensure consistent quality output.

WHO THRIVES:
Successful rolling machine operators possess strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail, with the ability to monitor multiple processes simultaneously while maintaining focus on quality standards. They excel at hands-on problem solving and can quickly identify when equipment is not performing correctly, making precise adjustments under time pressure. These workers are comfortable with physical demands including handling heavy materials and standing for extended periods, while also having the manual dexterity and coordination needed for precise machine control. Individuals who thrive tend to be methodical and safety-conscious, with good communication skills for coordinating with team members and supervisors in fast-paced production environments.

CAREER ENTRY:
Most positions require a high school diploma or equivalent, with 74.2% of workers having this educational background according to O*NET data. New workers typically receive on-the-job training to learn specific machine operations, safety procedures, and quality standards, which can range from several weeks to months depending on complexity. Some employers prefer candidates with prior manufacturing experience or completion of technical training programs in machining or metalworking. The Job Zone 2 classification indicates that workers need some preparation but can typically enter the field without extensive formal education beyond high school.

CAREER TRAJECTORY:
Experienced rolling machine operators can advance to setup specialist positions, taking on more complex equipment configurations and training newer workers. Many progress to supervisory roles overseeing production teams or move into maintenance positions requiring deeper mechanical knowledge. Some workers transition to related machining occupations with additional training, while others may advance to quality control or production planning roles that leverage their hands-on manufacturing experience.

MARKET INTELLIGENCE:
The occupation employs 25,250 workers nationally with a median annual wage of $50,140 according to BLS OEWS May 2025 data, ranging from $37,690 at the 10th percentile to $70,310 at the 90th percentile. Geographic wage variation is significant, with Iowa offering the highest median wages at $72,670 compared to Puerto Rico at $22,650, representing a 3.21x ratio difference. Manufacturing accounts for 91% of employment at 23,020 positions, with smaller concentrations in wholesale trade and administrative services. Wages reflect the skilled nature of the work while remaining accessible to workers with moderate educational requirements. Regional concentrations align with manufacturing centers, particularly in the Midwest where heavy industry and automotive manufacturing drive demand.

AUTOMATION OUTLOOK:
The role faces moderate automation pressure as advanced manufacturing systems increasingly incorporate automated material handling and process monitoring capabilities. However, the need for human oversight in quality inspection, complex setup procedures, and real-time problem solving provides protection against full automation in the near term, particularly for specialized or low-volume production runs.

--- REASONED EDGES ---
  [skill_overlap] Cutting, Punching, and Press Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic (51-4031.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles share identical top skills in Operations Monitoring (4.0 level) and Operation and Control (3.9-4.0 level) for machine operation.
    data: Operations Monitoring imp:4.0 lvl:4.0
    data: Operation and Control imp:4.0 lvl:3.9
  [task_similarity] Milling and Planing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic (51-4035.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both occupations involve controlling machines and processes (imp:4.5) and inspecting equipment and materials (imp:4.4) as core work activities.
    data: Controlling Machines and Processes imp:4.5
    data: Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials imp:4.4
  [knowledge_overlap] Grinding, Lapping, Polishing, and Buffing Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic (51-4033.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Shared emphasis on Mechanical knowledge (imp:3.9) and Production and Processing knowledge (imp:3.5) for metal working operations.
    data: Mechanical imp:3.9 lvl:4.5
    data: Production and Processing imp:3.5 lvl:4.3
  [riasec_cluster] Multiple Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic (51-4081.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both roles show dominant Realistic orientation (R:6.76) with secondary Conventional traits, indicating similar work environment preferences.
    data: RIASEC R:6.76
    data: RIASEC C:3.96
  [career_pathway] Lathe and Turning Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic (51-4034.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Job Zone 2 classification and shared metal forming expertise create natural progression pathway between machine tool specializations.
    data: Job Zone 2
    data: Metal forming operations
    data: Machine setup skills
  [wage_band] Machine Feeders and Offbearers (53-7063.00) — confidence:low
    reasoning: Related production roles with overlapping handling and moving objects work activity (imp:4.2) suggesting similar wage structures.
    data: Handling and Moving Objects imp:4.2
    data: Production manufacturing vertical

--- NORMALIZER SIGNALS ---
  match_keywords   : ['rolling machine', 'metal rolling', 'plastic rolling', 'sheet metal', 'mill operator', 'rolling mill', 'metal forming', 'material processing']
  exclude_keywords : ['printing', 'paper', 'textile', 'food processing', 'woodworking']
  title_patterns   : ['*roller*', '*rolling*', '*mill operator*', '*metal former*', '*sheet metal*']
  common_variations: ['roll operator', 'mill tender', 'rolling mill operator', 'metal roller', 'sheet roller', 'coil operator', 'breakdown operator', 'finishing operator']

total_terms    : 40
top_words      : ['equipment', 'tendency', 'others', 'production', 'materials', 'control', 'products', 'principles', 'machine', 'specifications', 'procedures', 'quality', 'includes', 'objects', 'activities', 'standards', 'ideas', 'rolling', 'metal', 'operate']
source_layers  : onet_tasks | onet_dimensions | dwas | wikipedia | inference

TERM                    COUNT     FREQ  DOMINANT SOURCE      SOURCE BREAKDOWN
──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────
equipment                  49  0.01692  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:47%  dwas:35%  inference:10%
tendency                   42  0.01450  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
others                     40  0.01381  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:95%  dwas:2%  inference:2%
production                 22  0.00760  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:36%  dwas:32%  inference:27%
materials                  21  0.00725  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:48%  inference:24%  dwas:19%
control                    17  0.00587  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:71%  inference:18%  onet_tasks:12%
products                   16  0.00553  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:31%  dwas:31%  onet_tasks:25%
principles                 16  0.00553  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
machine                    14  0.00483  inference            inference:64%  onet_tasks:21%  onet_dimensions:14%
specifications             12  0.00414  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:33%  dwas:33%  onet_dimensions:17%
procedures                 12  0.00414  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:67%  inference:17%  onet_tasks:8%
quality                    12  0.00414  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:50%  inference:50%
includes                   12  0.00414  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
objects                    12  0.00414  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
activities                 12  0.00414  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:75%  dwas:17%  wikipedia:8%
standards                  11  0.00380  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:73%  inference:27%
ideas                      11  0.00380  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
rolling                    10  0.00345  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:50%  inference:50%
metal                      10  0.00345  dwas                 dwas:50%  inference:30%  onet_tasks:20%
operate                    10  0.00345  dwas                 dwas:50%  onet_dimensions:30%  onet_tasks:10%
problems                   10  0.00345  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:90%  inference:10%
techniques                 10  0.00345  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
quickly                    10  0.00345  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:90%  inference:10%
body                       10  0.00345  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
machines                    9  0.00311  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:78%  onet_tasks:22%
material                    9  0.00311  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:33%  wikipedia:22%  inference:22%
monitoring                  9  0.00311  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  inference:11%
problem                     9  0.00311  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:78%  inference:22%
resources                   9  0.00311  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
performing                  9  0.00311  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  inference:11%
orientation                 9  0.00311  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
product                     8  0.00276  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:25%  onet_dimensions:25%  dwas:25%
hand                        8  0.00276  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  onet_tasks:12%
tools                       8  0.00276  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:62%  onet_tasks:12%  dwas:12%
speed                       8  0.00276  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:75%  onet_tasks:12%  inference:12%
needs                       8  0.00276  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
rules                       8  0.00276  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
mechanical                  8  0.00276  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:62%  inference:25%  dwas:12%
human                       8  0.00276  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  inference:12%
operations                  8  0.00276  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:75%  inference:25%