[Core] [70% incumbents] Adjust controls to maintain temperatures and heating times, using thermal instruments and charts, dials and gauges of furnaces, and color of stock in furnaces to make setting determinations.
  DWAs: Adjust temperature controls of ovens or other heating equipment.

[Core] [70% incumbents] Instruct new workers in machine operation.
  DWAs: Instruct workers to use equipment or perform technical procedures.

[Supplemental] [70% incumbents] Examine parts to ensure metal shades and colors conform to specifications, using knowledge of metal heat-treating.
  DWAs: Inspect metal, plastic, or composite products.

[Supplemental] [70% incumbents] Test parts for hardness, using hardness testing equipment, or by examining and feeling samples.
  DWAs: Inspect metal, plastic, or composite products.

[Supplemental] [70% incumbents] Reduce heat when processing is complete to allow parts to cool in furnaces or machinery.
  DWAs: Adjust temperature controls of ovens or other heating equipment.

[Supplemental] [70% incumbents] Position stock in furnaces, using tongs, chain hoists, or pry bars.
  DWAs: Position raw materials on processing or production equipment.

[Supplemental] [70% incumbents] Repair, replace, and maintain furnace equipment as needed, using hand tools.
  DWAs: Replace worn equipment components. | Repair production equipment or tools. | Maintain production or processing equipment.

[Core] [69% incumbents] Read production schedules and work orders to determine processing sequences, furnace temperatures, and heat cycle requirements for objects to be heat-treated.
  DWAs: Study blueprints or other instructions to determine equipment setup requirements. | Review blueprints or other instructions to determine operational methods or sequences.

[Core] [69% incumbents] Record times that parts are removed from furnaces to document that objects have attained specified temperatures for specified times.
  DWAs: Record operational or production data.

[Supplemental] [69% incumbents] Set and adjust speeds of reels and conveyors for prescribed time cycles to pass parts through continuous furnaces.
  DWAs: Operate heating or drying equipment.

[Supplemental] [69% incumbents] Load parts into containers and place containers on conveyors to be inserted into furnaces, or insert parts into furnaces.
  DWAs: Load items into ovens or furnaces.

[Supplemental] [69% incumbents] Signal forklift operators to deposit or extract containers of parts into and from furnaces and quenching rinse tanks.
  DWAs: Signal others to coordinate work activities.

[Supplemental] [69% incumbents] Heat billets, bars, plates, rods, and other stock to specified temperatures preparatory to forging, rolling, or processing, using oil, gas, or electrical furnaces.
  DWAs: Heat material or workpieces to prepare for or complete production.

[Supplemental] [69% incumbents] Stamp heat-treatment identification marks on parts, using hammers and punches.
  DWAs: Mark products, workpieces, or equipment with identifying information.

[Core] [68% incumbents] Start conveyors and open furnace doors to load stock, or signal crane operators to uncover soaking pits and lower ingots into them.
  DWAs: Load items into ovens or furnaces. | Signal others to coordinate work activities.

[Core] [68% incumbents] Set up and operate or tend machines, such as furnaces, baths, flame-hardening machines, and electronic induction machines, that harden, anneal, and heat-treat metal.
  DWAs: Operate heating or drying equipment.

[Core] [68% incumbents] Remove parts from furnaces after specified times, and air dry or cool parts in water, oil brine, or other baths.
  DWAs: Remove products or workpieces from production equipment.

[Core] [68% incumbents] Move controls to light gas burners and to adjust gas and water flow and flame temperature.
  DWAs: Adjust equipment controls to regulate gas flow.

[Supplemental] [68% incumbents] Determine flame temperatures, current frequencies, heating cycles, and induction heating coils needed, based on degree of hardness required and properties of stock to be treated.
  DWAs: Determine metal or plastic production methods.

[Supplemental] [68% incumbents] Mount workpieces in fixtures, on arbors, or between centers of machines.
  DWAs: Mount materials or workpieces onto production equipment.

[Supplemental] [68% incumbents] Mount fixtures and industrial coils on machines, using hand tools.
  DWAs: Mount attachments or tools onto production equipment.

[Supplemental] [68% incumbents] Clean oxides and scales from parts or fittings, using steam sprays or chemical and water baths.
  DWAs: Clean production equipment.

[Supplemental] [67% incumbents] Determine types and temperatures of baths and quenching media needed to attain specified part hardness, toughness, and ductility, using heat-treating charts and knowledge of methods, equipment, and metals.
  DWAs: Determine metal or plastic production methods.

--- SKILLS ---
  Active Listening (imp:3.12 lvl:2.88) — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand
  Speaking (imp:3.12 lvl:2.62) — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
  Monitoring (imp:3.12 lvl:3.38) — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organization
  Critical Thinking (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternativ
  Reading Comprehension (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
  Writing (imp:2.88 lvl:2.62) — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audienc
  Mathematics (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — Using mathematics to solve problems.
  Active Learning (imp:2.75 lvl:2.62) — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future pr
  Learning Strategies (imp:2.62 lvl:2.75) — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate fo
  Science (imp:2.00 lvl:1.12) — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.

--- KNOWLEDGE ---
  Production and Processing (imp:3.93 lvl:4.22) — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and ot
  Mathematics (imp:3.25 lvl:3.15) — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their appl
  Education and Training (imp:2.85 lvl:3.12) — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching
  Administration and Management (imp:2.75 lvl:2.35) — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, 
  Chemistry (imp:2.71 lvl:3.16) — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances a
  Mechanical (imp:2.59 lvl:2.75) — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and main
  Customer and Personal Service (imp:2.58 lvl:2.51) — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal servic
  Engineering and Technology (imp:2.56 lvl:2.50) — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Th
  Design (imp:2.46 lvl:2.38) — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of 
  Physics (imp:2.42 lvl:2.21) — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships,
  Public Safety and Security (imp:2.41 lvl:1.97) — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote
  Computers and Electronics (imp:2.34 lvl:1.95) — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and comput
  English Language (imp:2.34 lvl:2.23) — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the mea
  Psychology (imp:1.93 lvl:1.78) — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, 
  Communications and Media (imp:1.91 lvl:1.49) — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and m
  Administrative (imp:1.84 lvl:1.25) — Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word proce
  Sales and Marketing (imp:1.83 lvl:1.08) — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products
  Law and Government (imp:1.76) — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulat
  Transportation (imp:1.66 lvl:1.25) — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea
  Building and Construction (imp:1.56) — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or r
  Personnel and Human Resources (imp:1.54 lvl:1.01) — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, tra
  Economics and Accounting (imp:1.52 lvl:0.65) — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial mar
  Sociology and Anthropology (imp:1.41) — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human 
  Medicine and Dentistry (imp:1.33 lvl:0.55) — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human i
  Telecommunications (imp:1.33 lvl:0.54) — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of te
  Food Production (imp:1.22) — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food
  Biology (imp:1.22) — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interd
  Geography (imp:1.22) — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, an
  Therapy and Counseling (imp:1.22) — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and r
  Foreign Language (imp:1.22) — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language inclu
  Philosophy and Theology (imp:1.21) — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their 
  Fine Arts (imp:1.01) — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform
  History and Archeology (imp:1.01) — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civi

--- ABILITIES ---
  Arm-Hand Steadiness (imp:3.75 lvl:3.00) — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while hold
  Multilimb Coordination (imp:3.62 lvl:3.38) — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or
  Reaction Time (imp:3.62 lvl:3.75) — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sou
  Problem Sensitivity (imp:3.50 lvl:3.12) — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does no
  Manual Dexterity (imp:3.50 lvl:3.12) — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your
  Near Vision (imp:3.50 lvl:3.38) — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
  Control Precision (imp:3.38 lvl:3.62) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehi
  Static Strength (imp:3.38 lvl:3.62) — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
  Trunk Strength (imp:3.38 lvl:3.25) — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the 
  Information Ordering (imp:3.25 lvl:3.25) — 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
  Selective Attention (imp:3.25 lvl:3.75) — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distrac
  Finger Dexterity (imp:3.25 lvl:3.00) — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or bot
  Stamina (imp:3.25 lvl:3.00) — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getti
  Oral Expression (imp:3.12 lvl:3.38) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will unde
  Deductive Reasoning (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that 
  Flexibility of Closure (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or so
  Visualization (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when 
  Rate Control (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in an
  Speech Recognition (imp:3.12 lvl:2.62) — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
  Speech Clarity (imp:3.12 lvl:2.62) — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
  Oral Comprehension (imp:3.00 lvl:3.25) — 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.
  Category Flexibility (imp:3.00 lvl:3.38) — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping
  Response Orientation (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two o
  Extent Flexibility (imp:3.00 lvl:3.12) — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
  Far Vision (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to see details at a distance.
  Depth Perception (imp:3.00 lvl:3.12) — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you
  Auditory Attention (imp:3.00 lvl:3.25) — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distra
  Written Expression (imp:2.88 lvl:2.62) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will under
  Inductive Reasoning (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusion
  Dynamic Strength (imp:2.88 lvl:2.38) — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This inv
  Gross Body Coordination (imp:2.88 lvl:2.50) — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together wh
  Visual Color Discrimination (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of c
  Hearing Sensitivity (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch 
  Mathematical Reasoning (imp:2.75 lvl:2.00) — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a prob
  Number Facility (imp:2.62 lvl:2.12) — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
  Time Sharing (imp:2.50 lvl:2.50) — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of
  Wrist-Finger Speed (imp:2.50 lvl:2.00) — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and 
  Speed of Closure (imp:2.38 lvl:2.25) — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into mea
  Memorization (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and proced
  Spatial Orientation (imp:2.12 lvl:1.75) — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know wher
  Speed of Limb Movement (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
  Gross Body Equilibrium (imp:2.12 lvl:1.50) — The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unsta
  Peripheral Vision (imp:2.12 lvl:1.75) — The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes ar
  Glare Sensitivity (imp:2.12 lvl:1.88) — The ability to see objects in the presence of a glare or bright lighting.
  Fluency of Ideas (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas
  Originality (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situa
  Sound Localization (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.
  Explosive Strength (imp:1.75 lvl:1.00) — The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping
  Night Vision (imp:1.75 lvl:0.75) — The ability to see under low-light conditions.
  Dynamic Flexibility (imp:1.25 lvl:0.25) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with yo

--- WORK ACTIVITIES ---
  Handling and Moving Objects (imp:4.25 lvl:5.82) — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials,
  Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:4.20 lvl:5.56) — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines 
  Performing General Physical Activities (imp:4.16 lvl:4.53) — Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require co
  Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (imp:4.06 lvl:2.98) — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or 
  Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (imp:3.85 lvl:3.37) — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, s
  Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (imp:3.74 lvl:3.47) — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone,
  Getting Information (imp:3.67 lvl:2.92) — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sour
  Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (imp:3.60 lvl:3.55) — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors o
  Making Decisions and Solving Problems (imp:3.46 lvl:2.91) — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and sol
  Documenting/Recording Information (imp:3.44 lvl:3.04) — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in writte
  Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People (imp:3.39 lvl:2.98) — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
  Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (imp:3.36 lvl:3.56) — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment,
  Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (imp:3.34 lvl:2.86) — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resourc
  Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (imp:3.31 lvl:2.83) — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events o
  Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (imp:3.31 lvl:4.09) — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and m
  Working with Computers (imp:3.30 lvl:3.13) — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to progra
  Training and Teaching Others (imp:3.20 lvl:2.80) — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or tr
  Coaching and Developing Others (imp:3.14 lvl:2.93) — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherw
  Processing Information (imp:2.93 lvl:2.61) — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying
  Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (imp:2.87 lvl:3.27) — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
  Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (imp:2.84 lvl:3.02) — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, an
  Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (imp:2.81 lvl:3.08) — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your
  Scheduling Work and Activities (imp:2.74 lvl:2.56) — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
  Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (imp:2.69 lvl:2.15) — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
  Analyzing Data or Information (imp:2.55 lvl:2.34) — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by break
  Providing Consultation and Advice to Others (imp:2.46 lvl:2.12) — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical,
  Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (imp:2.45 lvl:2.01) — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines,
  Thinking Creatively (imp:2.44 lvl:2.28) — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, syste
  Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (imp:2.41 lvl:2.37) — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, 
  Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (imp:2.41 lvl:2.51) — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
  Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (imp:2.41 lvl:1.91) — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance 
  Developing and Building Teams (imp:2.40 lvl:2.05) — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team membe
  Developing Objectives and Strategies (imp:2.34 lvl:1.84) — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to 
  Performing Administrative Activities (imp:2.25 lvl:1.61) — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files
  Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (imp:2.10 lvl:1.54) — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to t
  Assisting and Caring for Others (imp:2.05 lvl:1.84) — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other pe
  Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (imp:1.78 lvl:1.19) — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving
  Selling or Influencing Others (imp:1.73 lvl:1.08) — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or
  Monitoring and Controlling Resources (imp:1.62 lvl:0.98) — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
  Communicating with People Outside the Organization (imp:1.41) — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organizatio
  Staffing Organizational Units (imp:1.25) — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organ

--- WORK STYLES ---
  Dependability (imp:3.00) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Dependability (imp:2.44) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Cautiousness (imp:2.35) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Attention to Detail (imp:2.16) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Attention to Detail (imp:2.00) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Stress Tolerance (imp:1.09) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Cautiousness (imp:1.00) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Integrity (imp:0.91) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Achievement Orientation (imp:0.82) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Perseverance (imp:0.77) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Self-Control (imp:0.70) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Self-Confidence (imp:0.56) — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Cooperation (imp:0.43) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Adaptability (imp:0.32) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Intellectual Curiosity (imp:0.31) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Initiative (imp:0.14) — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Sincerity (imp:0.11) — 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.
  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
  Optimism (imp:-0.11) — 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.
  Empathy (imp:-0.17) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Social Orientation (imp:-0.23) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Leadership Orientation (imp:-0.32) — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Innovation (imp:-0.39) — 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:3.75 lvl:3.75) — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working pr
  Operation and Control (imp:3.75 lvl:3.88) — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
  Quality Control Analysis (imp:3.12 lvl:3.25) — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate
  Equipment Maintenance (imp:3.00 lvl:3.12) — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind o
  Judgment and Decision Making (imp:3.00 lvl:2.62) — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the m
  Coordination (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
  Instructing (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — Teaching others how to do something.
  Complex Problem Solving (imp:2.75 lvl:2.62) — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and ev
  Troubleshooting (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
  Repairing (imp:2.75 lvl:2.88) — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
  Time Management (imp:2.75 lvl:2.62) — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
  Social Perceptiveness (imp:2.62 lvl:2.50) — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
  Equipment Selection (imp:2.50 lvl:2.62) — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
  Management of Personnel Resources (imp:2.38 lvl:2.25) — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best 
  Service Orientation (imp:2.12 lvl:1.88) — Actively looking for ways to help people.
  Systems Analysis (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, 
  Systems Evaluation (imp:2.12 lvl:1.88) — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed 
  Persuasion (imp:1.88 lvl:1.88) — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
  Negotiation (imp:1.88 lvl:1.62) — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
  Operations Analysis (imp:1.88 lvl:1.62) — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
  Programming (imp:1.75 lvl:0.88) — Writing computer programs for various purposes.
  Management of Material Resources (imp:1.75 lvl:1.38) — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materi
  Management of Financial Resources (imp:1.62 lvl:0.62) — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for the
  Installation (imp:1.25 lvl:0.25) — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.
  Technology Design (imp:1.00) — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.

--- NATIONAL WAGES ---
  total_employment : 14,000
  annual_median    : $48,750
  annual_pct10     : $35,180
  annual_pct25     : $40,660
  annual_pct75     : $58,400
  annual_pct90     : $66,350
  annual_mean      : $50,450
  hourly_median    : $23.44

--- GEOGRAPHIC DISPERSION ---
  highest_state    : Washington ($61,990)
  lowest_state     : Louisiana ($35,180)
  dispersion_ratio : 1.762x

--- TOP STATES BY WAGE (37 total) ---
  Manufacturing                            emp:   12,860  median: $  48,770
  Wholesale Trade                          emp:      590  median: $  49,640
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:      340  median: $  42,230
  Construction                             emp:       50  median: $  83,780
  Other Services (except Public Administration) emp:       50  median: $  52,800
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:       50  median: $  71,320

--- TOP INDUSTRIES BY EMPLOYMENT (6 total) ---
  Manufacturing                            emp:   12,860  median: $  48,770
  Wholesale Trade                          emp:      590  median: $  49,640
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:      340  median: $  42,230
  Construction                             emp:       50  median: $  83,780
  Other Services (except Public Administration) emp:       50  median: $  52,800
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:       50  median: $  71,320

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match_score        : 0.0000
wikidata_qid       : N/A
word_count         : 0
wikipedia_url      : N/A
license            : CC BY-SA 4.0
fetched_at         : 2026-06-02T23:11:43.012694Z

--- SEMANTIC NEIGHBORS (5) ---

  Title: List of The Weekly with Charlie Pickering episodes (similarity: 0.2581)
  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: 0.2376)
  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: Anaerobic digestion (similarity: 0.1935)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anaerobic_digestion
  QID: Q555853
  Extract: Anaerobic digestion is a sequence of processes by which microorganisms break down biodegradable material in the absence of oxygen. The process is used for industrial or domestic purposes to manage waste or to produce fuels. Much of the fermentation used industrially to produce food and drink product

  Title: Al-Khalid tank (similarity: 0.1818)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Al-Khalid_tank
  QID: Q429898
  Extract: The Al-Khalid/VT-1A is a main battle tank family developed jointly by Norinco of China and Heavy Industries Taxila of Pakistan. The tank is based on the Type 90-II tank and is predecessor. Approximately 300 Al-Khalid main battle tanks were produced by 2014. The tank has been exported by China to Ban

  Title: List of chemical process simulators (similarity: 0.2385)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_chemical_process_simulators
  QID: Q2017283
  Extract: This is a list of software used to simulate the material and energy balances of chemical process plants. Applications for this include design studies, engineering studies, design audits, debottlenecking studies, control system check-out, process simulation, dynamic simulation, operator training simu

model_pass1          : claude-sonnet-4-20250514
model_pass2          : claude-haiku-4-5-20251001
inference_confidence : high
confidence_notes     : Strong O*NET data coverage with detailed task descriptions, clear skill requirements, and comprehensive wage data from BLS OEWS. Related occupation mappings provide good context for career pathways and transferable skills.
inferred_at          : 2026-06-04T01:36:34.887374+00:00
tokens_input         : 4,980
tokens_output        : 4,526
cost_usd             : $0.048451
wikipedia_used       : False
wikipedia_title      : None
wikipedia_note       : No Wikipedia article directly matches this specialized manufacturing occupation. The role represents a specific subset of industrial equipment operation focused on thermal treatment processes.

--- PROSE FIELDS ---

ROLE SUMMARY:
Heat treating equipment setters, operators, and tenders operate specialized furnaces and heating equipment to alter the physical properties of metal and plastic objects through controlled temperature processes. These production workers set up, monitor, and tend heat-treating furnaces, flame-hardening machines, induction equipment, and vacuum systems to temper, harden, anneal, or heat treat materials according to specifications. The role requires precise temperature control and timing to ensure products meet quality standards while maintaining safe equipment operation.

DAY IN THE LIFE:
Workers begin by reading production schedules and work orders to determine required processing sequences, furnace temperatures, and heat cycle specifications. They position stock materials in furnaces using tongs, chain hoists, or pry bars, then adjust controls to maintain precise temperatures and heating times using thermal instruments, charts, dials, and gauges. Throughout the process, they continuously monitor equipment operation and examine parts to ensure metal shades and colors conform to specifications. They test finished parts for hardness using specialized testing equipment or tactile examination, record processing times to document temperature compliance, and reduce heat when processing is complete to allow proper cooling. Workers also perform routine maintenance, repair furnace equipment as needed using hand tools, and instruct new employees in machine operation procedures.

WHO THRIVES:
Successful heat treating operators possess strong attention to detail and dependability, as precise temperature control and timing are critical for product quality and safety. They demonstrate excellent arm-hand steadiness, multilimb coordination, and reaction time abilities needed to safely handle materials and respond quickly to equipment changes. These workers have good problem sensitivity to identify potential issues before they become serious problems, along with the manual dexterity and control precision required for equipment operation. The role suits individuals who are methodical and cautious in their approach, comfortable working with their hands in industrial environments, and able to maintain focus during repetitive but precision-critical tasks.

CAREER ENTRY:
Most heat treating equipment operators enter with a high school diploma or equivalent (69.8%), with some having less than high school education (20.1%) and others completing post-secondary certificates in related technical fields (9.8%). Entry-level workers typically receive on-the-job training to learn equipment operation, safety procedures, and quality control methods specific to their employer's processes. Some may benefit from technical coursework in metallurgy, manufacturing processes, or mechanical systems, though extensive formal education is not required.

CAREER TRAJECTORY:
Heat treating operators can advance to supervisory roles overseeing production teams or specialized technical positions requiring deeper metallurgical knowledge. Some progress to equipment maintenance specialist roles, quality control inspector positions, or process technician jobs requiring more complex problem-solving skills. Others may transition to related manufacturing equipment operator roles or pursue additional training to become manufacturing technicians or production coordinators.

MARKET INTELLIGENCE:
Heat treating equipment operators earned a median annual wage of $48,750 as of May 2025 according to BLS OEWS data, with the range from $35,180 to $66,350 representing the 10th to 90th percentile. Geographic wage variation is moderate, with Washington offering the highest wages at $61,990 and Louisiana the lowest at $35,180, representing a 1.76x ratio. Employment totals approximately 14,000 workers nationally, with 91.9% concentrated in manufacturing industries, particularly in metal processing and fabrication facilities. The role shows stable demand tied to industrial production levels, with opportunities clustered in manufacturing-heavy regions.

AUTOMATION OUTLOOK:
Heat treating processes face moderate automation risk as advanced furnace control systems increasingly handle temperature monitoring and adjustment functions automatically. However, the physical handling of materials, quality inspection requiring tactile and visual assessment, and equipment maintenance tasks provide protection against full automation in the near term.

--- REASONED EDGES ---
  [task_similarity] Metal-Refining Furnace Operators and Tenders (51-4051.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles involve operating furnace equipment and monitoring temperature controls for metal processing.
    data: Primary-Short relationship in O*NET
    data: Similar work activities: Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:4.2)
  [skill_overlap] Furnace, Kiln, Oven, Drier, and Kettle Operators and Tenders (51-9051.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Shared core skills in operations monitoring (imp:3.8) and temperature control equipment operation.
    data: Primary-Short relationship
    data: Operations Monitoring transferable skill (imp:3.8, lvl:3.8)
  [knowledge_overlap] Molding, Coremaking, and Casting Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic (51-4072.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both require production and processing knowledge (imp:3.9) and work with metal and plastic materials.
    data: Production and Processing knowledge (imp:3.9, lvl:4.2)
    data: Both work with metal and plastic objects
  [riasec_cluster] Plating Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic (51-4193.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both are realistic occupations (R:6.82) involving hands-on equipment operation in manufacturing settings.
    data: RIASEC R:6.82 dominance
    data: Job Zone 2 classification
    data: Manufacturing industry concentration
  [wage_band] Welding, Soldering, and Brazing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders (51-4122.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Similar wage ranges and job zone classifications suggest comparable skill requirements and market positioning.
    data: Similar median wages around $48,750
    data: Both Job Zone 2 occupations
    data: Manufacturing employment concentration

--- NORMALIZER SIGNALS ---
  match_keywords   : ['heat treating', 'heat treatment', 'furnace operator', 'annealing', 'tempering', 'hardening', 'thermal processing', 'metallurgical']
  exclude_keywords : ['welding', 'casting', 'forging', 'machining', 'assembly']
  title_patterns   : ['Heat Treat*', '*Furnace Operator', '*Annealer', '*Heat Treat*', 'Thermal*']
  common_variations: ['Heat Treater', 'Furnace Operator', 'Annealer', 'Heat Treatment Operator', 'Thermal Processor', 'Metallurgical Operator', 'Heat Treating Specialist', 'Hardening Operator']

total_terms    : 40
top_words      : ['equipment', 'others', 'tendency', 'production', 'heat', 'control', 'furnaces', 'materials', 'principles', 'objects', 'processing', 'machines', 'needed', 'includes', 'activities', 'hand', 'procedures', 'quality', 'products', 'ideas']
source_layers  : onet_tasks | onet_dimensions | dwas | wikipedia | inference

TERM                    COUNT     FREQ  DOMINANT SOURCE      SOURCE BREAKDOWN
──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────
equipment                  58  0.01969  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:40%  dwas:28%  inference:28%
others                     42  0.01426  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:90%  dwas:5%  inference:5%
tendency                   42  0.01426  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
production                 26  0.00883  dwas                 dwas:42%  onet_dimensions:31%  inference:19%
heat                       19  0.00645  inference            inference:53%  onet_tasks:42%  dwas:5%
control                    19  0.00645  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:63%  inference:32%  wikipedia:5%
furnaces                   17  0.00577  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:71%  inference:18%  dwas:12%
materials                  16  0.00543  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:62%  inference:25%  dwas:12%
principles                 16  0.00543  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
objects                    15  0.00509  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:80%  onet_tasks:13%  inference:7%
processing                 13  0.00441  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:31%  inference:31%  onet_tasks:23%
machines                   13  0.00441  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:54%  onet_tasks:38%  inference:8%
needed                     12  0.00407  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:58%  onet_tasks:25%  inference:17%
includes                   12  0.00407  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
activities                 12  0.00407  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:75%  dwas:17%  wikipedia:8%
hand                       11  0.00373  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:64%  onet_tasks:18%  inference:18%
procedures                 11  0.00373  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:73%  inference:18%  dwas:9%
quality                    11  0.00373  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:55%  inference:45%
products                   11  0.00373  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:45%  dwas:36%  wikipedia:9%
ideas                      11  0.00373  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
metal                      10  0.00339  dwas                 dwas:40%  onet_tasks:30%  inference:30%
tools                      10  0.00339  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:50%  onet_tasks:20%  dwas:20%
problems                   10  0.00339  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:90%  inference:10%
techniques                 10  0.00339  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
body                       10  0.00339  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
quickly                    10  0.00339  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:90%  inference:10%
heating                     9  0.00305  dwas                 dwas:44%  onet_tasks:33%  inference:22%
operation                   9  0.00305  inference            inference:67%  onet_dimensions:22%  onet_tasks:11%
treating                    9  0.00305  inference            inference:78%  onet_tasks:22%
monitoring                  9  0.00305  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  inference:11%
problem                     9  0.00305  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:78%  inference:22%
management                  9  0.00305  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:78%  wikipedia:22%
resources                   9  0.00305  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
standards                   9  0.00305  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  inference:11%
orientation                 9  0.00305  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
identifying                 9  0.00305  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  dwas:11%
adjust                      8  0.00272  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:38%  dwas:38%  onet_dimensions:12%
temperatures                8  0.00272  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:75%  inference:25%
temperature                 8  0.00272  inference            inference:62%  dwas:25%  onet_tasks:12%
needs                       8  0.00272  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%