[Core] [50% incumbents] Measure completed workpieces to verify conformance to specifications, using micrometers, gauges, calipers, templates, or rulers.
  DWAs: Measure dimensions of completed products or workpieces to verify conformance to specifications.

[Core] [50% incumbents] Examine completed workpieces for defects, such as chipped edges or marred surfaces and sort defective pieces according to types of flaws.
  DWAs: Inspect metal, plastic, or composite products. | Sort materials or products for processing, storing, shipping, or grading.

[Supplemental] [50% incumbents] Lubricate workpieces with oil.
  DWAs: Apply lubricants or coolants to workpieces.

[Supplemental] [50% incumbents] Position, align, and secure workpieces against fixtures or stops on machine beds or on dies.
  DWAs: Mount materials or workpieces onto production equipment. | Align parts or workpieces to ensure proper assembly.

[Supplemental] [50% incumbents] Set stops on machine beds, change dies, and adjust components, such as rams or power presses, when making multiple or successive passes.
  DWAs: Set equipment guides, stops, spacers, or other fixtures.

[Supplemental] [50% incumbents] Place workpieces on cutting tables, manually or using hoists, cranes, or sledges.
  DWAs: Mount materials or workpieces onto production equipment.

[Supplemental] [50% incumbents] Replace defective blades or wheels, using hand tools.
  DWAs: Replace worn equipment components.

[Supplemental] [50% incumbents] Select, clean, and install spacers, rubber sleeves, or cutters on arbors.
  DWAs: Select production equipment according to product specifications. | Clean production equipment. | Mount attachments or tools onto production equipment.

[Supplemental] [50% incumbents] Set blade tensions, heights, and angles to perform prescribed cuts, using wrenches.
  DWAs: Set equipment controls to meet cutting specifications.

[Core] [49% incumbents] Read work orders or production schedules to determine specifications, such as materials to be used, locations of cutting lines, or dimensions and tolerances.
  DWAs: Read work orders or other instructions to determine product specifications or materials requirements. | Review blueprints or other instructions to determine operational methods or sequences.

[Core] [49% incumbents] Start machines, monitor their operations, and record operational data.
  DWAs: Monitor equipment operation to ensure that products are not flawed. | Operate cutting equipment. | Record operational or production data.

[Core] [49% incumbents] Test and adjust machine speeds or actions, according to product specifications, using gauges and hand tools.
  DWAs: Inspect production equipment. | Operate cutting equipment.

[Core] [49% incumbents] Clean work area.
  DWAs: Clean work areas.

[Supplemental] [49% incumbents] Install, align, and lock specified punches, dies, cutting blades, or other fixtures in rams or beds of machines, using gauges, templates, feelers, shims, and hand tools.
  DWAs: Mount attachments or tools onto production equipment.

[Supplemental] [49% incumbents] Adjust ram strokes of presses to specified lengths, using hand tools.
  DWAs: Operate metal or plastic forming equipment.

[Supplemental] [49% incumbents] Clean and lubricate machines.
  DWAs: Clean production equipment. | Lubricate production equipment.

[Supplemental] [49% incumbents] Position guides, stops, holding blocks, or other fixtures to secure and direct workpieces, using hand tools and measuring devices.
  DWAs: Set equipment guides, stops, spacers, or other fixtures.

[Supplemental] [49% incumbents] Plan sequences of operations, applying knowledge of physical properties of workpiece materials.
  DWAs: Plan production or operational procedures or sequences.

[Supplemental] [49% incumbents] Turn valves to start flow of coolant against cutting areas or to start airflow that blows cuttings away from kerfs.
  DWAs: Adjust equipment controls to regulate coolant flow.

[Supplemental] [49% incumbents] Hone cutters with oilstones to remove nicks.
  DWAs: Sharpen cutting or grinding tools.

[Supplemental] [49% incumbents] Remove housings, feed tubes, tool holders, or other accessories to replace worn or broken parts, such as springs or bushings.
  DWAs: Disassemble equipment for maintenance or repair. | Remove accessories, tools, or other parts from equipment.

[Supplemental] [49% incumbents] Sharpen dulled blades, using bench grinders, abrasive wheels, or lathes.
  DWAs: Operate grinding equipment. | Sharpen cutting or grinding tools.

[Supplemental] [49% incumbents] Operate forklifts to deliver materials.
  DWAs: Operate forklifts or other loaders.

[Supplemental] [49% incumbents] Scribe reference lines on workpieces as guides for cutting operations, according to blueprints, templates, sample parts, or specifications.
  DWAs: Draw guide lines or markings on materials or workpieces using patterns or other references.

[Supplemental] [49% incumbents] Grind out burrs or sharp edges, using portable grinders, speed lathes, or polishing jacks.
  DWAs: Smooth metal surfaces or edges. | Operate grinding equipment.

[Supplemental] [49% incumbents] Use equipment designed to join sheet metal, such as spot welders.
  DWAs: Weld metal components. | Braze metal parts or components. | Operate welding equipment.

[Supplemental] [49% incumbents] Preheat workpieces, using heating furnaces or hand torches.
  DWAs: Heat material or workpieces to prepare for or complete production.

[Core] [48% incumbents] Set up, operate, or tend machines to saw, cut, shear, slit, punch, crimp, notch, bend, or straighten metal or plastic material.
  DWAs: Operate cutting equipment.

[Core] [48% incumbents] Load workpieces, plastic material, or chemical solutions into machines.
  DWAs: Load materials into production equipment.

[Core] [48% incumbents] Turn controls to set cutting speeds, feed rates, or table angles for specified operations.
  DWAs: Set equipment controls to meet cutting specifications.

[Supplemental] [48% incumbents] Mark identifying data on workpieces.
  DWAs: Mark products, workpieces, or equipment with identifying information.

--- SKILLS ---
  Active Listening (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand
  Speaking (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
  Critical Thinking (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternativ
  Monitoring (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organization
  Reading Comprehension (imp:2.75 lvl:3.00) — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
  Active Learning (imp:2.75 lvl:2.12) — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future pr
  Writing (imp:2.50 lvl:2.12) — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audienc
  Mathematics (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — Using mathematics to solve problems.
  Learning Strategies (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate fo
  Science (imp:1.50 lvl:0.50) — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.

--- KNOWLEDGE ---
  Production and Processing (imp:3.25 lvl:2.13) — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and ot
  Mechanical (imp:2.96 lvl:2.94) — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and main
  English Language (imp:2.95 lvl:1.77) — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the mea
  Mathematics (imp:2.40 lvl:2.22) — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their appl
  Engineering and Technology (imp:2.39 lvl:2.33) — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Th
  Education and Training (imp:2.25 lvl:1.56) — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching
  Design (imp:2.14 lvl:2.18) — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of 
  Computers and Electronics (imp:2.01 lvl:1.53) — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and comput
  Transportation (imp:1.84) — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea
  Chemistry (imp:1.75) — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances a
  Public Safety and Security (imp:1.74) — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote
  Physics (imp:1.69) — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships,
  Customer and Personal Service (imp:1.67) — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal servic
  Administration and Management (imp:1.64) — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, 
  Economics and Accounting (imp:1.54) — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial mar
  Administrative (imp:1.53) — Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word proce
  Building and Construction (imp:1.50) — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or r
  Personnel and Human Resources (imp:1.46) — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, tra
  Sales and Marketing (imp:1.44) — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products
  Food Production (imp:1.41) — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food
  Psychology (imp:1.23) — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, 
  Biology (imp:1.21) — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interd
  Law and Government (imp:1.14) — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulat
  Foreign Language (imp:1.05) — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language inclu
  Communications and Media (imp:1.04) — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and m
  Telecommunications (imp:1.03) — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of te
  Medicine and Dentistry (imp:1.02) — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human i
  Sociology and Anthropology (imp:1.01) — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human 
  Geography (imp:1.00) — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, an
  Therapy and Counseling (imp:1.00) — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and r
  Fine Arts (imp:1.00) — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform
  History and Archeology (imp:1.00) — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civi
  Philosophy and Theology (imp:1.00) — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their 

--- ABILITIES ---
  Arm-Hand Steadiness (imp:3.75 lvl:3.25) — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while hold
  Control Precision (imp:3.75 lvl:3.75) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehi
  Near Vision (imp:3.75 lvl:3.62) — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
  Information Ordering (imp:3.25 lvl:3.00) — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according
  Manual Dexterity (imp:3.25 lvl:3.00) — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your
  Reaction Time (imp:3.25 lvl:3.25) — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sou
  Selective Attention (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distrac
  Oral Comprehension (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through 
  Written Comprehension (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
  Oral Expression (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will unde
  Problem Sensitivity (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does no
  Deductive Reasoning (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that 
  Inductive Reasoning (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusion
  Flexibility of Closure (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or so
  Perceptual Speed (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among
  Visualization (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when 
  Finger Dexterity (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or bot
  Multilimb Coordination (imp:3.00 lvl:3.38) — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or
  Rate Control (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in an
  Static Strength (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
  Trunk Strength (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the 
  Far Vision (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — The ability to see details at a distance.
  Depth Perception (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you
  Speech Recognition (imp:3.00 lvl:2.75) — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
  Speech Clarity (imp:3.00 lvl:2.75) — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
  Category Flexibility (imp:2.75 lvl:2.88) — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping
  Response Orientation (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two o
  Extent Flexibility (imp:2.75 lvl:3.00) — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
  Stamina (imp:2.62 lvl:2.25) — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getti
  Auditory Attention (imp:2.62 lvl:2.88) — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distra
  Visual Color Discrimination (imp:2.50 lvl:2.62) — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of c
  Written Expression (imp:2.38 lvl:2.38) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will under
  Time Sharing (imp:2.25 lvl:2.38) — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of
  Dynamic Strength (imp:2.25 lvl:2.00) — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This inv
  Hearing Sensitivity (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch 
  Fluency of Ideas (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas
  Originality (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situa
  Mathematical Reasoning (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a prob
  Number Facility (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
  Memorization (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and proced
  Speed of Closure (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into mea
  Spatial Orientation (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know wher
  Wrist-Finger Speed (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and 
  Gross Body Coordination (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together wh
  Peripheral Vision (imp:2.00 lvl:1.12) — The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes ar
  Sound Localization (imp:2.00 lvl:1.50) — The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.
  Speed of Limb Movement (imp:1.88 lvl:1.62) — The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
  Explosive Strength (imp:1.88 lvl:1.25) — The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping
  Gross Body Equilibrium (imp:1.88 lvl:1.75) — The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unsta
  Glare Sensitivity (imp:1.88 lvl:1.00) — The ability to see objects in the presence of a glare or bright lighting.
  Night Vision (imp:1.62 lvl:0.62) — The ability to see under low-light conditions.
  Dynamic Flexibility (imp:1.00) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with yo

--- WORK ACTIVITIES ---
  Making Decisions and Solving Problems (imp:3.85 lvl:3.43) — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and sol
  Handling and Moving Objects (imp:3.85 lvl:4.21) — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials,
  Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (imp:3.82 lvl:3.11) — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or 
  Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:3.78 lvl:3.96) — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines 
  Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (imp:3.64 lvl:3.33) — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors o
  Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (imp:3.55 lvl:4.18) — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment,
  Getting Information (imp:3.50 lvl:2.56) — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sour
  Performing General Physical Activities (imp:3.47 lvl:3.78) — Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require co
  Documenting/Recording Information (imp:3.37 lvl:2.79) — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in writte
  Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (imp:3.33 lvl:3.47) — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, an
  Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (imp:3.32 lvl:3.27) — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone,
  Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People (imp:3.26 lvl:2.91) — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
  Processing Information (imp:2.98 lvl:2.47) — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying
  Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (imp:2.98 lvl:2.85) — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events o
  Analyzing Data or Information (imp:2.86 lvl:2.46) — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by break
  Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (imp:2.84 lvl:2.87) — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and m
  Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (imp:2.75 lvl:2.72) — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your
  Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (imp:2.74 lvl:2.15) — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, s
  Thinking Creatively (imp:2.70 lvl:3.02) — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, syste
  Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (imp:2.63 lvl:2.65) — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
  Training and Teaching Others (imp:2.53 lvl:2.04) — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or tr
  Working with Computers (imp:2.40 lvl:1.94) — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to progra
  Assisting and Caring for Others (imp:2.37 lvl:1.88) — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other pe
  Coaching and Developing Others (imp:2.30 lvl:1.91) — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherw
  Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (imp:2.14 lvl:1.66) — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
  Developing and Building Teams (imp:2.14 lvl:1.62) — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team membe
  Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (imp:2.09 lvl:1.55) — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resourc
  Developing Objectives and Strategies (imp:2.01 lvl:1.19) — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to 
  Scheduling Work and Activities (imp:2.01) — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
  Providing Consultation and Advice to Others (imp:1.98 lvl:1.65) — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical,
  Performing Administrative Activities (imp:1.94 lvl:1.40) — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files
  Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (imp:1.91 lvl:1.53) — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance 
  Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (imp:1.90 lvl:1.44) — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines,
  Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (imp:1.90 lvl:1.53) — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, 
  Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (imp:1.88 lvl:1.48) — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
  Monitoring and Controlling Resources (imp:1.81 lvl:1.08) — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
  Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (imp:1.77 lvl:1.44) — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to t
  Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (imp:1.74 lvl:0.96) — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving
  Communicating with People Outside the Organization (imp:1.67 lvl:0.81) — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organizatio
  Selling or Influencing Others (imp:1.61 lvl:1.08) — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or
  Staffing Organizational Units (imp:1.42 lvl:0.56) — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organ

--- WORK STYLES ---
  Attention to Detail (imp:2.44) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Dependability (imp:2.25) — 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:1.96) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  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.
  Perseverance (imp:0.73) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Self-Control (imp:0.73) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Integrity (imp:0.72) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Achievement Orientation (imp:0.70) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Self-Confidence (imp:0.43) — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Cooperation (imp:0.27) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Adaptability (imp:0.14) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Sincerity (imp:0.05) — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Initiative (imp:0.03) — 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
  Intellectual Curiosity (imp:-0.03) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Optimism (imp:-0.14) — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Empathy (imp:-0.18) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Humility (imp:-0.25) — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Social Orientation (imp:-0.30) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Innovation (imp:-0.48) — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Leadership Orientation (imp:-0.56) — 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.

--- TRANSFERABLE SKILLS ---
  Operations Monitoring (imp:3.50 lvl:3.50) — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working pr
  Operation and Control (imp:3.38 lvl:3.62) — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
  Troubleshooting (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
  Quality Control Analysis (imp:3.00 lvl:3.12) — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate
  Judgment and Decision Making (imp:2.88 lvl:2.62) — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the m
  Coordination (imp:2.75 lvl:2.50) — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
  Equipment Maintenance (imp:2.75 lvl:2.88) — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind o
  Time Management (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
  Social Perceptiveness (imp:2.62 lvl:2.00) — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
  Complex Problem Solving (imp:2.62 lvl:2.62) — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and ev
  Repairing (imp:2.62 lvl:2.62) — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
  Persuasion (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
  Instructing (imp:2.00 lvl:2.25) — Teaching others how to do something.
  Equipment Selection (imp:2.00 lvl:1.62) — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
  Systems Evaluation (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed 
  Management of Personnel Resources (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best 
  Negotiation (imp:1.88 lvl:1.62) — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
  Service Orientation (imp:1.88 lvl:1.62) — Actively looking for ways to help people.
  Systems Analysis (imp:1.88 lvl:1.62) — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, 
  Operations Analysis (imp:1.75 lvl:0.88) — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
  Technology Design (imp:1.75 lvl:0.75) — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
  Management of Financial Resources (imp:1.38 lvl:0.38) — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for the
  Management of Material Resources (imp:1.38 lvl:0.38) — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materi
  Installation (imp:1.25 lvl:0.25) — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.
  Programming (imp:1.00) — Writing computer programs for various purposes.

--- NATIONAL WAGES ---
  total_employment : 171,200
  annual_median    : $46,330
  annual_pct10     : $35,760
  annual_pct25     : $38,870
  annual_pct75     : $55,410
  annual_pct90     : $65,510
  annual_mean      : $48,430
  hourly_median    : $22.27

--- GEOGRAPHIC DISPERSION ---
  highest_state    : Oregon ($53,680)
  lowest_state     : Puerto Rico ($24,090)
  dispersion_ratio : 2.228x

--- TOP STATES BY WAGE (50 total) ---
  Manufacturing                            emp:  150,750  median: $  46,530
  Wholesale Trade                          emp:   11,930  median: $  47,380
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:    6,490  median: $  36,080
  Construction                             emp:      670  median: $  46,670
  Management of Companies and Enterprises  emp:      380  median: $  46,360
  Transportation and Warehousing           emp:      280  median: $  50,160
  Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services emp:      280  median: $  47,510
  Other Services (except Public Administration) emp:      150  median: $  47,240
  Retail Trade                             emp:       90  median: $  44,930
  Information                              emp:       80  median: $  49,470

--- TOP INDUSTRIES BY EMPLOYMENT (10 total) ---
  Manufacturing                            emp:  150,750  median: $  46,530
  Wholesale Trade                          emp:   11,930  median: $  47,380
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:    6,490  median: $  36,080
  Construction                             emp:      670  median: $  46,670
  Management of Companies and Enterprises  emp:      380  median: $  46,360
  Transportation and Warehousing           emp:      280  median: $  50,160
  Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services emp:      280  median: $  47,510
  Other Services (except Public Administration) emp:      150  median: $  47,240
  Retail Trade                             emp:       90  median: $  44,930
  Information                              emp:       80  median: $  49,470

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match_score        : 0.0000
wikidata_qid       : N/A
word_count         : 0
wikipedia_url      : N/A
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fetched_at         : 2026-06-02T23:07:48.631599Z

--- SEMANTIC NEIGHBORS (5) ---

  Title: List of The Weekly with Charlie Pickering episodes (similarity: 0.1460)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_The_Weekly_with_Charlie_Pickering_episodes
  QID: Q24189802
  Extract: 


The Weekly with Charlie Pickering is an Australian news satire series on the ABC. The series premiered on 22 April 2015, and Charlie Pickering as host with Tom Gleeson, Adam Briggs, Kitty Flanagan (2015–2018) in the cast, and Judith Lucy joined the series in 2019. The first season consisted of 20

  Title: List of Pawn Stars episodes (similarity: 0.1404)
  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: Setter (similarity: 0.1290)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Setter
  QID: Q39640
  Extract: The setter is a type of gundog used most often for hunting game such as quail, pheasant, and grouse.

  Title: Robert Blake (actor) (similarity: 0.1495)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robert_Blake_(actor)
  QID: Q524281
  Extract: Robert Blake, billed early in his career as Mickey Gubitosi and Bobby Blake, was an Italian-American actor who appeared in both child and adult roles. He is best known today for his role as convicted killer Perry Smith in the 1967 film In Cold Blood, the title role in the 1975-78 television series B

  Title: 1974 aluminum cent (similarity: 0.1524)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/1974_aluminum_cent
  QID: Q4576307
  Extract: The 1974 aluminum cent was a one-cent coin proposed by the United States Mint in 1973. It was composed of an alloy of aluminum and trace metals, and it was intended to replace the predominantly copper–zinc cent due to the rising costs of coin production in the traditional bronze alloy. Of the 1,571,

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model_pass2          : claude-haiku-4-5-20251001
inference_confidence : high
confidence_notes     : Rich O*NET data provides detailed task descriptions, skills, and work activities. BLS wage data is current and comprehensive. Industry employment distribution clearly shows manufacturing concentration.
inferred_at          : 2026-06-04T01:21:01.220801+00:00
tokens_input         : 4,965
tokens_output        : 4,384
cost_usd             : $0.048135
wikipedia_used       : False
wikipedia_title      : None
wikipedia_note       : No direct Wikipedia match exists for this specific manufacturing occupation. The semantic matches relate to unrelated television content and general setter terminology.

--- PROSE FIELDS ---

ROLE SUMMARY:
Cutting, Punching, and Press Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders work with metal and plastic materials using specialized machinery to cut, shape, and form products according to specifications. These production workers set up, operate, and maintain equipment like saws, shears, punches, and presses to transform raw materials into finished or semi-finished components. They combine mechanical aptitude with precision measurement skills to ensure quality output in manufacturing environments.

DAY IN THE LIFE:
Workers begin by reading production schedules and work orders to understand material specifications and cutting requirements. They position and align workpieces against fixtures on machine beds, adjust settings like blade tensions and cutting angles using wrenches and hand tools. Throughout production runs, they monitor machine operations, measure completed parts with micrometers and gauges to verify dimensional accuracy, and inspect workpieces for defects like chipped edges. When issues arise, they troubleshoot equipment problems, replace worn blades or cutting tools, and make adjustments to maintain quality standards. They also lubricate workpieces and clean equipment to ensure smooth operations.

WHO THRIVES:
Individuals who excel in this role possess strong mechanical aptitude and enjoy working with their hands on precision equipment. They have excellent attention to detail and can maintain focus during repetitive tasks while remaining alert to quality issues and safety hazards. Problem-solving skills are essential when equipment malfunctions or when workpieces don't meet specifications. Physical stamina and coordination are important for handling materials, operating controls with precision, and standing for extended periods. Those who thrive appreciate working in structured environments where they can see tangible results from their efforts.

CAREER ENTRY:
Most positions require a high school diploma or equivalent, with 63.4% of workers having this educational background and 34.9% having post-secondary certificates in manufacturing or technical fields. Entry-level workers typically receive on-the-job training to learn specific equipment operations, safety procedures, and quality standards. Some employers prefer candidates with vocational training in machining, manufacturing technology, or mechanical trades. Prior experience with hand tools, basic mathematics, and blueprint reading provides a foundation for success.

CAREER TRAJECTORY:
Experienced machine operators can advance to setup specialist roles, focusing on complex machine configurations and training new operators. Some progress to supervisory positions overseeing production teams or quality control departments. Others may transition to maintenance technician roles, leveraging their equipment knowledge to repair and maintain manufacturing machinery. With additional training, workers can advance to CNC machinist positions or tool and die maker roles, which offer higher wages and more complex technical challenges.

MARKET INTELLIGENCE:
The occupation employs 171,200 workers nationally with a median annual wage of $46,330 according to BLS OEWS May 2025 data, ranging from $35,760 at the 10th percentile to $65,510 at the 90th percentile. Geographic wage variation is significant, with Oregon offering the highest wages at $53,680 compared to Puerto Rico's $24,090, creating a 2.23x ratio difference. Manufacturing represents the dominant employment sector with 150,750 positions, followed by wholesale trade and administrative services. The concentration in traditional manufacturing regions suggests demand correlates with industrial activity and proximity to metalworking facilities.

AUTOMATION OUTLOOK:
While automation poses some risks to routine cutting and shaping operations, the role's emphasis on setup activities, quality inspection, and troubleshooting provides protection against displacement. Workers who handle complex workpiece positioning, make precision adjustments, and perform detailed quality control analysis remain valuable as these tasks require human judgment and dexterity that current automation cannot fully replicate.

--- REASONED EDGES ---
  [skill_overlap] Milling and Planing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic (51-4035.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles share identical top skills including Control Precision (3.8 importance) and Operations Monitoring, with overlapping knowledge in Production and Processing and Mechanical domains.
    data: Control Precision importance 3.8
    data: Operations Monitoring transferable skill 3.5
    data: Production and Processing knowledge 3.2
  [task_similarity] Grinding, Lapping, Polishing, and Buffing Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic (51-4033.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both occupations involve setting up metal/plastic processing equipment, measuring workpieces for conformance, and inspecting for defects using similar precision measurement tools.
    data: Measure completed workpieces task
    data: Inspect for defects task
    data: Set equipment controls task
  [riasec_cluster] Woodworking Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Except Sawing (51-7042.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both roles share dominant Realistic orientation (R:6.86 vs similar values) combined with Conventional secondary traits, indicating similar work preferences for hands-on mechanical tasks.
    data: RIASEC R:6.86
    data: RIASEC C:4.30
    data: Job Zone 2
  [career_pathway] Multiple Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic (51-4081.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Multiple machine tool roles represent a natural progression requiring broader equipment knowledge while building on the same fundamental setup, operation, and quality control skills.
    data: Controlling Machines and Processes activity 3.8
    data: Quality Control Analysis skill 3.0
    data: Production and Processing knowledge 3.2
  [transferable_skill] Tool and Die Makers (51-4111.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Tool and die making utilizes the precision measurement abilities (micrometers, gauges), mechanical knowledge, and attention to detail developed in cutting and punching operations.
    data: Near Vision ability 3.8
    data: Mechanical knowledge 3.0
    data: Attention to Detail work style 2.4

--- NORMALIZER SIGNALS ---
  match_keywords   : ['cutting machine', 'punch press', 'shear operator', 'metal forming', 'press machine', 'bending machine', 'cutting table', 'workpiece positioning']
  exclude_keywords : ['welding', 'assembly line', 'packaging', 'CNC programmer', 'engineering']
  title_patterns   : ['*machine setter*', '*press operator*', '*shear*', '*punch*operator', '*cutting*operator']
  common_variations: ['press machine operator', 'metal cutting operator', 'punch press setter', 'shear operator', 'cutting machine tender', 'forming machine operator', 'metal fabrication operator', 'production machine setter']

total_terms    : 40
top_words      : ['equipment', 'tendency', 'others', 'production', 'workpieces', 'materials', 'cutting', 'tools', 'principles', 'hand', 'specifications', 'operations', 'operate', 'control', 'quality', 'machines', 'includes', 'objects', 'products', 'ideas']
source_layers  : onet_tasks | onet_dimensions | dwas | wikipedia | inference

TERM                    COUNT     FREQ  DOMINANT SOURCE      SOURCE BREAKDOWN
──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────
equipment                  58  0.01914  dwas                 dwas:47%  onet_dimensions:40%  inference:12%
tendency                   42  0.01386  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
others                     39  0.01287  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:97%  inference:3%
production                 27  0.00891  dwas                 dwas:48%  onet_dimensions:30%  inference:15%
workpieces                 22  0.00726  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:45%  dwas:36%  inference:18%
materials                  22  0.00726  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:45%  dwas:27%  onet_tasks:14%
cutting                    18  0.00594  dwas                 dwas:39%  onet_tasks:33%  inference:28%
tools                      18  0.00594  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:28%  onet_dimensions:28%  dwas:28%
principles                 16  0.00528  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
hand                       15  0.00495  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:47%  onet_tasks:40%  inference:13%
specifications             14  0.00462  dwas                 dwas:36%  onet_tasks:29%  inference:21%
operations                 14  0.00462  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:43%  onet_tasks:29%  inference:29%
operate                    14  0.00462  dwas                 dwas:57%  onet_dimensions:21%  onet_tasks:14%
control                    14  0.00462  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:86%  inference:14%
quality                    13  0.00429  inference            inference:54%  onet_dimensions:46%
machines                   12  0.00396  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:58%  onet_tasks:42%
includes                   12  0.00396  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
objects                    12  0.00396  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
products                   11  0.00363  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:45%  dwas:45%  inference:9%
ideas                      11  0.00363  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
activities                 11  0.00363  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:82%  wikipedia:9%  inference:9%
machine                    10  0.00330  inference            inference:50%  onet_tasks:30%  onet_dimensions:20%
identifying                10  0.00330  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:80%  onet_tasks:10%  dwas:10%
problems                   10  0.00330  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:90%  inference:10%
procedures                 10  0.00330  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:80%  dwas:10%  inference:10%
techniques                 10  0.00330  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
standards                  10  0.00330  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:80%  inference:20%
body                       10  0.00330  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
actions                     9  0.00297  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  onet_tasks:11%
resources                   9  0.00297  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
quickly                     9  0.00297  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
orientation                 9  0.00297  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
physical                    8  0.00264  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:75%  onet_tasks:12%  inference:12%
metal                       8  0.00264  dwas                 dwas:62%  onet_tasks:25%  inference:12%
understand                  8  0.00264  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  inference:12%
monitoring                  8  0.00264  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
problem                     8  0.00264  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  inference:12%
needs                       8  0.00264  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
rules                       8  0.00264  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
mechanical                  8  0.00264  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:62%  inference:38%