[Core] [84% incumbents] Set up, operate, or tend plating or coating machines to coat metal or plastic products with chromium, zinc, copper, cadmium, nickel, or other metal to protect or decorate surfaces.
  DWAs: Operate painting or coating equipment.

[Core] [84% incumbents] Remove objects from solutions at periodic intervals and observe objects to verify conformance to specifications.
  DWAs: Remove products or workpieces from production equipment.

[Core] [84% incumbents] Remove excess materials or impurities from objects, using air hoses or grinding machines.
  DWAs: Trim excess material from workpieces. | Operate grinding equipment.

[Core] [84% incumbents] Rinse coated objects in cleansing liquids and dry them with cloths, centrifugal driers, or by tumbling in sawdust-filled barrels.
  DWAs: Clean workpieces or finished products.

[Supplemental] [84% incumbents] Immerse objects to be coated or plated into cleaning solutions, or spray objects with conductive solutions to prepare them for plating.
  DWAs: Immerse objects or workpieces in cleaning or coating solutions. | Apply protective or decorative finishes to workpieces or products.

[Supplemental] [84% incumbents] Suspend sticks or pieces of plating metal from anodes, or positive terminals, and immerse metal in plating solutions.
  DWAs: Immerse objects or workpieces in cleaning or coating solutions.

[Supplemental] [84% incumbents] Adjust controls to set temperatures of coating substances and speeds of machines and equipment.
  DWAs: Operate painting or coating equipment.

[Supplemental] [84% incumbents] Monitor and measure thicknesses of electroplating on component parts to verify conformance to specifications, using micrometers.
  DWAs: Measure dimensions of completed products or workpieces to verify conformance to specifications.

[Supplemental] [84% incumbents] Operate hoists to place workpieces onto machine feed carriages or spindles.
  DWAs: Operate cranes, hoists, or other moving or lifting equipment.

[Supplemental] [84% incumbents] Position objects to be plated in frames, or suspend them from positive or negative terminals of power supplies.
  DWAs: Mount materials or workpieces onto production equipment.

[Supplemental] [84% incumbents] Place plated or coated materials on racks and transfer them to ovens to dry for specified periods of time.
  DWAs: Load items into ovens or furnaces.

[Supplemental] [84% incumbents] Measure and set stops, rolls, brushes, and guides on automatic feeders and conveying equipment or coating machines, using micrometers, rules, and hand tools.
  DWAs: Set equipment guides, stops, spacers, or other fixtures.

[Supplemental] [84% incumbents] Position containers to receive parts, and load or unload materials in containers, using dollies or handtrucks.
  DWAs: Load materials into production equipment. | Position containers to receive materials or workpieces.

[Core] [83% incumbents] Examine completed objects to determine thicknesses of metal deposits, or measure thicknesses by using instruments such as micrometers.
  DWAs: Measure dimensions of completed products or workpieces to verify conformance to specifications.

[Supplemental] [83% incumbents] Test machinery to ensure that it is operating properly.
  DWAs: Conduct test runs of production equipment.

[Supplemental] [83% incumbents] Measure, mark, and mask areas to be excluded from plating.
  DWAs: Measure materials to mark reference points, cutting lines, or other indicators.

[Supplemental] [83% incumbents] Read production schedules to determine setups of equipment and machines.
  DWAs: Study blueprints or other instructions to determine equipment setup requirements.

[Supplemental] [83% incumbents] Mix and test solutions, and turn valves to fill tanks with solutions.
  DWAs: Mix substances to create chemical solutions. | Adjust equipment controls to regulate flow of production materials or products.

[Supplemental] [83% incumbents] Replace worn parts and adjust equipment components, using hand tools.
  DWAs: Replace worn equipment components.

[Supplemental] [83% incumbents] Perform equipment maintenance, such as cleaning tanks and lubricating moving parts of conveyors.
  DWAs: Clean production equipment. | Maintain production or processing equipment. | Lubricate production equipment.

[Supplemental] [83% incumbents] Preheat workpieces in ovens.
  DWAs: Heat material or workpieces to prepare for or complete production.

[Core] [81% incumbents] Immerse workpieces in coating solutions or liquid metal or plastic for specified times.
  DWAs: Immerse objects or workpieces in cleaning or coating solutions.

[Core] [81% incumbents] Adjust dials to regulate flow of current and voltage supplied to terminals to control plating processes.
  DWAs: Adjust flow of electricity to tools or production equipment.

[Core] [81% incumbents] Inspect coated or plated areas for defects, such as air bubbles or uneven coverage.
  DWAs: Inspect finishes of workpieces or finished products.

[Core] [81% incumbents] Observe gauges to ensure that machines are operating properly, making adjustments or stopping machines when problems occur.
  DWAs: Monitor equipment operation to ensure proper functioning. | Operate painting or coating equipment.

[Core] [81% incumbents] Maintain production records.
  DWAs: Record operational or production data.

[Supplemental] [81% incumbents] Determine sizes and compositions of objects to be plated, and amounts of electrical current and time required.
  DWAs: Determine metal or plastic production methods.

[Supplemental] [81% incumbents] Measure or weigh materials, using rulers, calculators, and scales.
  DWAs: Measure ingredients or substances to be used in production processes.

[Supplemental] [81% incumbents] Position and feed materials into processing machines, by hand or by using automated equipment.
  DWAs: Feed materials or products into or through equipment.

[Supplemental] [81% incumbents] Operate sandblasting equipment to roughen and clean surfaces of workpieces.
  DWAs: Clean workpieces or finished products.

[Supplemental] [81% incumbents] Clean workpieces, using wire brushes.
  DWAs: Clean workpieces or finished products.

[Supplemental] [80% incumbents] Suspend objects, such as parts or molds from cathode rods, or negative terminals, and immerse objects in plating solutions.
  DWAs: Immerse objects or workpieces in cleaning or coating solutions.

[Supplemental] [80% incumbents] Clean and maintain equipment, using water hoses and scrapers.
  DWAs: Clean production equipment. | Maintain production or processing equipment.

--- SKILLS ---
  Reading Comprehension (imp:3.12 lvl:2.88) — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
  Active Listening (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand
  Monitoring (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organization
  Speaking (imp:3.00 lvl:2.75) — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
  Critical Thinking (imp:3.00 lvl:2.75) — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternativ
  Writing (imp:2.75 lvl:2.62) — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audienc
  Learning Strategies (imp:2.25 lvl:2.12) — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate fo
  Active Learning (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future pr
  Mathematics (imp:2.00 lvl:1.38) — Using mathematics to solve problems.
  Science (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.

--- KNOWLEDGE ---
  Production and Processing (imp:4.17 lvl:5.04) — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and ot
  Mathematics (imp:3.50 lvl:3.63) — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their appl
  Chemistry (imp:3.43 lvl:3.36) — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances a
  English Language (imp:3.39 lvl:3.06) — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the mea
  Mechanical (imp:3.30 lvl:3.25) — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and main
  Engineering and Technology (imp:3.27 lvl:3.22) — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Th
  Education and Training (imp:3.23 lvl:3.73) — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching
  Law and Government (imp:3.13 lvl:2.05) — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulat
  Customer and Personal Service (imp:3.11) — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal servic
  Design (imp:3.07 lvl:2.88) — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of 
  Public Safety and Security (imp:3.05 lvl:2.53) — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote
  Transportation (imp:3.02 lvl:2.18) — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea
  Physics (imp:2.98 lvl:3.16) — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships,
  Administration and Management (imp:2.80 lvl:3.25) — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, 
  Sales and Marketing (imp:2.75) — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products
  Personnel and Human Resources (imp:2.69 lvl:2.58) — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, tra
  Administrative (imp:2.41 lvl:1.93) — Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word proce
  Economics and Accounting (imp:2.34) — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial mar
  Computers and Electronics (imp:2.31 lvl:2.68) — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and comput
  Building and Construction (imp:2.22) — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or r
  Telecommunications (imp:2.07) — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of te
  Psychology (imp:2.04) — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, 
  Communications and Media (imp:1.98) — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and m
  History and Archeology (imp:1.92) — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civi
  Geography (imp:1.84) — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, an
  Medicine and Dentistry (imp:1.84) — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human i
  Therapy and Counseling (imp:1.81 lvl:0.43) — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and r
  Sociology and Anthropology (imp:1.77) — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human 
  Biology (imp:1.71) — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interd
  Food Production (imp:1.58) — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food
  Foreign Language (imp:1.39) — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language inclu
  Philosophy and Theology (imp:1.20) — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their 
  Fine Arts (imp:1.16) — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform

--- ABILITIES ---
  Control Precision (imp:3.38 lvl:3.25) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehi
  Near Vision (imp:3.38 lvl:3.38) — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
  Oral Comprehension (imp:3.25 lvl:3.75) — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through 
  Problem Sensitivity (imp:3.25 lvl:3.00) — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does no
  Arm-Hand Steadiness (imp:3.25 lvl:3.12) — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while hold
  Manual Dexterity (imp:3.25 lvl:3.25) — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your
  Oral Expression (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will unde
  Multilimb Coordination (imp:3.12 lvl:3.38) — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or
  Speech Clarity (imp:3.12 lvl:2.75) — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
  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
  Information Ordering (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according
  Category Flexibility (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping
  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
  Selective Attention (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distrac
  Finger Dexterity (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or bot
  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:3.12) — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the 
  Speech Recognition (imp:3.00 lvl:2.38) — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
  Written Comprehension (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
  Extent Flexibility (imp:2.88 lvl:2.50) — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
  Written Expression (imp:2.75 lvl:2.88) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will under
  Far Vision (imp:2.75 lvl:2.88) — The ability to see details at a distance.
  Auditory Attention (imp:2.75 lvl:3.00) — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distra
  Visual Color Discrimination (imp:2.62 lvl:2.50) — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of c
  Depth Perception (imp:2.62 lvl:2.62) — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you
  Hearing Sensitivity (imp:2.62 lvl:2.62) — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch 
  Visualization (imp:2.50 lvl:2.50) — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when 
  Stamina (imp:2.50 lvl:2.25) — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getti
  Fluency of Ideas (imp:2.38 lvl:2.25) — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas
  Time Sharing (imp:2.38 lvl:2.12) — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of
  Originality (imp:2.25 lvl:2.25) — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situa
  Rate Control (imp:2.25 lvl:2.12) — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in an
  Reaction Time (imp:2.25 lvl:2.62) — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sou
  Speed of Closure (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into mea
  Gross Body Coordination (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together wh
  Mathematical Reasoning (imp:2.00 lvl:1.38) — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a prob
  Number Facility (imp:2.00 lvl:1.50) — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
  Memorization (imp:2.00 lvl:1.50) — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and proced
  Response Orientation (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two o
  Wrist-Finger Speed (imp:2.00 lvl:1.38) — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and 
  Dynamic Strength (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This inv
  Gross Body Equilibrium (imp:2.00 lvl:1.62) — The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unsta
  Speed of Limb Movement (imp:1.88 lvl:1.38) — The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
  Spatial Orientation (imp:1.62 lvl:0.88) — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know wher
  Explosive Strength (imp:1.62 lvl:1.00) — The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping
  Sound Localization (imp:1.62 lvl:0.75) — The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.
  Night Vision (imp:1.50 lvl:0.62) — The ability to see under low-light conditions.
  Peripheral Vision (imp:1.50 lvl:0.62) — The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes ar
  Glare Sensitivity (imp:1.50 lvl:0.88) — The ability to see objects in the presence of a glare or bright lighting.
  Dynamic Flexibility (imp:1.12 lvl:0.12) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with yo

--- WORK ACTIVITIES ---
  Handling and Moving Objects (imp:4.30 lvl:5.78) — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials,
  Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (imp:4.20 lvl:4.14) — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone,
  Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (imp:4.11 lvl:4.03) — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment,
  Making Decisions and Solving Problems (imp:4.06 lvl:4.00) — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and sol
  Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (imp:4.02 lvl:3.56) — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or 
  Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:4.02 lvl:4.56) — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines 
  Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (imp:3.94 lvl:3.68) — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors o
  Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People (imp:3.83 lvl:3.81) — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
  Getting Information (imp:3.75 lvl:3.05) — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sour
  Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (imp:3.66 lvl:2.98) — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, s
  Training and Teaching Others (imp:3.62 lvl:3.55) — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or tr
  Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (imp:3.26 lvl:2.86) — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events o
  Thinking Creatively (imp:3.25 lvl:3.59) — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, syste
  Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (imp:3.24 lvl:3.84) — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
  Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (imp:3.13 lvl:3.50) — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your
  Documenting/Recording Information (imp:3.11 lvl:2.66) — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in writte
  Processing Information (imp:3.09 lvl:2.98) — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying
  Coaching and Developing Others (imp:3.04 lvl:3.05) — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherw
  Scheduling Work and Activities (imp:3.00 lvl:2.84) — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
  Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (imp:2.99 lvl:2.90) — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance 
  Performing General Physical Activities (imp:2.98 lvl:3.14) — Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require co
  Analyzing Data or Information (imp:2.95 lvl:2.50) — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by break
  Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (imp:2.95 lvl:3.17) — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and m
  Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (imp:2.85 lvl:2.26) — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
  Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (imp:2.77 lvl:2.56) — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resourc
  Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (imp:2.68 lvl:2.88) — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
  Developing and Building Teams (imp:2.67 lvl:2.44) — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team membe
  Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (imp:2.58 lvl:3.09) — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, an
  Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (imp:2.58 lvl:2.90) — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, 
  Providing Consultation and Advice to Others (imp:2.56 lvl:2.45) — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical,
  Assisting and Caring for Others (imp:2.50 lvl:2.74) — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other pe
  Developing Objectives and Strategies (imp:2.37 lvl:2.08) — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to 
  Communicating with People Outside the Organization (imp:2.18 lvl:1.46) — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organizatio
  Working with Computers (imp:2.11 lvl:1.29) — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to progra
  Selling or Influencing Others (imp:1.90 lvl:1.45) — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or
  Monitoring and Controlling Resources (imp:1.84 lvl:1.65) — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
  Performing Administrative Activities (imp:1.82 lvl:1.03) — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files
  Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (imp:1.72 lvl:1.40) — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines,
  Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (imp:1.62 lvl:1.23) — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving
  Staffing Organizational Units (imp:1.48 lvl:1.28) — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organ
  Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (imp:1.44 lvl:0.69) — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to t

--- WORK STYLES ---
  Dependability (imp:3.00) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Attention to Detail (imp:2.22) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Dependability (imp:2.22) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Cautiousness (imp:2.06) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Attention to Detail (imp:2.00) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Cautiousness (imp:1.00) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Stress Tolerance (imp:1.00) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Integrity (imp:0.89) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Perseverance (imp:0.79) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Achievement Orientation (imp:0.78) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Self-Control (imp:0.68) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Self-Confidence (imp:0.37) — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Adaptability (imp:0.25) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Cooperation (imp:0.18) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Initiative (imp:0.16) — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Sincerity (imp:0.03) — 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
  Intellectual Curiosity (imp:-0.05) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Optimism (imp:-0.09) — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Empathy (imp:-0.23) — 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:-0.25) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Leadership Orientation (imp:-0.38) — 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:-0.55) — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.

--- TRANSFERABLE SKILLS ---
  Operations Monitoring (imp:3.25 lvl:3.12) — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working pr
  Operation and Control (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
  Coordination (imp:3.00 lvl:2.62) — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
  Quality Control Analysis (imp:3.00 lvl:2.75) — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate
  Time Management (imp:3.00 lvl:2.75) — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
  Judgment and Decision Making (imp:2.88 lvl:2.12) — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the m
  Social Perceptiveness (imp:2.62 lvl:2.25) — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
  Complex Problem Solving (imp:2.62 lvl:2.25) — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and ev
  Persuasion (imp:2.38 lvl:2.12) — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
  Negotiation (imp:2.38 lvl:2.12) — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
  Equipment Maintenance (imp:2.38 lvl:2.38) — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind o
  Troubleshooting (imp:2.38 lvl:2.25) — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
  Instructing (imp:2.25 lvl:2.38) — Teaching others how to do something.
  Service Orientation (imp:2.25 lvl:2.12) — Actively looking for ways to help people.
  Repairing (imp:2.25 lvl:2.12) — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
  Equipment Selection (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
  Management of Personnel Resources (imp:2.12 lvl:2.25) — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best 
  Systems Analysis (imp:2.00 lvl:1.62) — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, 
  Systems Evaluation (imp:2.00 lvl:1.62) — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed 
  Operations Analysis (imp:1.88 lvl:1.62) — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
  Management of Material Resources (imp:1.88 lvl:0.88) — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materi
  Management of Financial Resources (imp:1.50 lvl:0.50) — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for the
  Technology Design (imp:1.38 lvl:0.50) — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
  Installation (imp:1.12 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 : 32,410
  annual_median    : $43,960
  annual_pct10     : $33,790
  annual_pct25     : $37,260
  annual_pct75     : $49,600
  annual_pct90     : $60,370
  annual_mean      : $45,100
  hourly_median    : $21.14

--- GEOGRAPHIC DISPERSION ---
  highest_state    : Iowa ($70,910)
  lowest_state     : Alabama ($33,730)
  dispersion_ratio : 2.102x

--- TOP STATES BY WAGE (40 total) ---
  Manufacturing                            emp:   30,940  median: $  44,120
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:      860  median: $  35,000
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:      340  median: $  68,540
  Wholesale Trade                          emp:       80  median: $  40,030
  Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services emp:       30  median: $  87,360

--- TOP INDUSTRIES BY EMPLOYMENT (5 total) ---
  Manufacturing                            emp:   30,940  median: $  44,120
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:      860  median: $  35,000
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:      340  median: $  68,540
  Wholesale Trade                          emp:       80  median: $  40,030
  Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services emp:       30  median: $  87,360

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matched_title      : N/A
match_score        : 0.0000
wikidata_qid       : N/A
word_count         : 0
wikipedia_url      : N/A
license            : CC BY-SA 4.0
fetched_at         : 2026-06-02T23:12:11.728618Z

--- SEMANTIC NEIGHBORS (5) ---

  Title: List of Pawn Stars episodes (similarity: 0.2796)
  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: Anode (similarity: 0.1127)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anode
  QID: Q181232
  Extract: An anode usually is an electrode of a polarized electrical device through which conventional current enters the device. This contrasts with a cathode, which is usually an electrode of the device through which conventional current leaves the device. A common mnemonic is ACID, for anode current into d

  Title: Anodizing (similarity: 0.1067)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anodizing
  QID: Q567502
  Extract: Anodizing is an electrolytic passivation process used to increase the thickness of the natural oxide layer on the surface of metal parts.

  Title: Galvanic anode (similarity: 0.2250)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Galvanic_anode
  QID: Q1334701
  Extract: A galvanic anode, or sacrificial anode, is the main component of a galvanic cathodic protection system used to protect buried or submerged metal structures from corrosion.

  Title: Electrode (similarity: 0.1600)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electrode
  QID: Q176140
  Extract: An electrode is an electrical conductor used to make contact with a nonmetallic part of a circuit. In electrochemical cells, electrodes are essential parts that can consist of a variety of materials (chemicals) depending on the type of cell. An electrode may be called either a cathode or anode accor

model_pass1          : claude-sonnet-4-20250514
model_pass2          : claude-haiku-4-5-20251001
inference_confidence : high
confidence_notes     : Strong confidence based on detailed O*NET task descriptions, comprehensive wage data, clear educational requirements, and well-defined work activities. The occupation has distinct technical characteristics that differentiate it from related coating and manufacturing roles.
inferred_at          : 2026-06-04T01:38:33.210601+00:00
tokens_input         : 5,033
tokens_output        : 4,395
cost_usd             : $0.047588
wikipedia_used       : False
wikipedia_title      : None
wikipedia_note       : No direct Wikipedia match found for this manufacturing occupation. Related technical articles on anodizing and galvanic anodes provide context for the electrochemical processes involved in metal plating operations.

--- PROSE FIELDS ---

ROLE SUMMARY:
Plating Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders operate electroplating and coating equipment to apply protective and decorative metal finishes like chromium, zinc, copper, and nickel to metal and plastic products. These manufacturing workers immerse products in molten metal or electrolytic solutions, monitor plating thickness, and ensure quality standards. The role combines technical knowledge of chemistry and production processes with hands-on machine operation skills.

DAY IN THE LIFE:
Workers set up plating machines by adjusting temperature controls and solution concentrations, then position products in frames or suspend them from power supply terminals. They immerse objects in cleaning solutions followed by plating baths, monitoring the electroplating process and measuring coating thickness using micrometers to verify specifications. Throughout the shift, they remove and inspect finished products, clean excess materials with air hoses or grinding equipment, and rinse coated items in cleansing liquids. They operate hoists to move heavy workpieces and communicate with supervisors about production schedules and quality issues. Quality control involves continuous inspection of plated surfaces and adjustment of machine settings to maintain coating standards.

WHO THRIVES:
Successful plating operators possess strong attention to detail and dependability, as coating quality directly impacts product durability and appearance. They need good manual dexterity and arm-hand steadiness for precise positioning of parts and steady operation of controls. Problem sensitivity helps them identify coating defects early, while monitoring skills enable them to track multiple process variables simultaneously. Those who excel typically have an aptitude for chemistry and mathematics to understand solution concentrations and plating calculations. Cautious individuals who follow safety procedures thrive in this environment involving chemicals and electrical systems.

CAREER ENTRY:
Most positions require only a high school diploma or equivalent, with 46.8% of workers having this education level and 49.2% having less formal education. On-the-job training typically lasts several weeks to months, covering safety procedures, chemical handling, and machine operation. Some employers prefer candidates with basic manufacturing experience or technical coursework in chemistry or metals processing.

CAREER TRAJECTORY:
Experienced operators can advance to lead positions supervising plating lines or training new workers. Career progression may include roles as quality control inspectors, maintenance technicians, or production supervisors. Some workers transition to related manufacturing roles in coating, welding, or heat treating operations, leveraging their process control and quality assessment skills.

MARKET INTELLIGENCE:
Employment of 32,410 workers nationally earns a median annual wage of $43,960 (BLS OEWS May 2025), with the 10th-90th percentile range spanning $33,790 to $60,370. Geographic variation is substantial, with Iowa offering the highest wages at $70,910 compared to Alabama's lowest at $33,730, representing a 2.10x ratio. Manufacturing accounts for 95.5% of employment with 30,940 positions, concentrated in automotive, aerospace, and metal finishing industries. Demand remains steady but may face pressure from automation and environmental regulations affecting electroplating operations.

AUTOMATION OUTLOOK:
The role faces moderate automation risk as newer plating systems incorporate automated loading, monitoring, and quality control capabilities. However, the need for handling complex part geometries, adjusting chemical solutions, and performing quality inspections will likely preserve human involvement in the near term.

--- REASONED EDGES ---
  [task_similarity] Coating, Painting, and Spraying Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders (51-9124.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles involve operating coating equipment and applying protective/decorative finishes to products with similar quality control requirements.
    data: Both operate coating equipment
    data: Similar handling and moving objects work activity (4.3 importance)
    data: Both require monitoring processes and materials
  [skill_overlap] Heat Treating Equipment Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic (51-4191.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles require production and processing knowledge (4.2 importance), mechanical knowledge (3.3 importance), and controlling machines and processes work activity.
    data: Production and Processing knowledge
    data: Controlling Machines and Processes work activity
    data: Similar Job Zone 2 classification
  [riasec_cluster] Welding, Soldering, and Brazing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders (51-4122.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both occupations show high Realistic orientation (7.00) with conventional secondary traits, indicating similar work preferences for hands-on mechanical tasks.
    data: Realistic RIASEC score of 7.00
    data: Manual dexterity abilities
    data: Machine operation focus
  [knowledge_overlap] Molding, Coremaking, and Casting Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic (51-4072.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both require extensive production and processing knowledge, mechanical knowledge, and mathematics skills for quality control and process optimization.
    data: Production and Processing knowledge (4.2 importance)
    data: Mathematics knowledge (3.5 importance)
    data: Metal and plastic materials focus
  [transferable_skill] Extruding, Forming, Pressing, and Compacting Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders (51-9041.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Operations monitoring and quality control analysis skills directly transfer between roles, both requiring precision control and process oversight.
    data: Operations Monitoring transferable skill (3.2 importance)
    data: Quality Control Analysis skill
    data: Similar manufacturing environment

--- NORMALIZER SIGNALS ---
  match_keywords   : ['plating', 'electroplating', 'coating machine', 'metal finishing', 'anodizing', 'chromium plating', 'zinc coating', 'plater operator']
  exclude_keywords : ['painting', 'spraying', 'powder coating', 'welding', 'casting']
  title_patterns   : ['plating machine', 'plater', 'anodizing', 'metal coating', 'electroplating']
  common_variations: ['plating operator', 'metal plater', 'electroplating technician', 'anodizing operator', 'coating machine operator', 'plating line operator', 'metal finishing operator', 'galvanizing operator']

total_terms    : 40
top_words      : ['equipment', 'tendency', 'others', 'objects', 'production', 'materials', 'workpieces', 'products', 'solutions', 'coating', 'control', 'plating', 'machines', 'principles', 'metal', 'quality', 'operate', 'includes', 'hand', 'monitoring']
source_layers  : onet_tasks | onet_dimensions | dwas | wikipedia | inference

TERM                    COUNT     FREQ  DOMINANT SOURCE      SOURCE BREAKDOWN
──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────
equipment                  54  0.01819  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:43%  dwas:39%  onet_tasks:15%
tendency                   42  0.01415  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
others                     38  0.01280  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
objects                    28  0.00943  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:43%  onet_tasks:39%  dwas:14%
production                 28  0.00943  dwas                 dwas:54%  onet_dimensions:29%  inference:11%
materials                  23  0.00775  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:43%  dwas:26%  onet_tasks:22%
workpieces                 22  0.00741  dwas                 dwas:73%  onet_tasks:23%  inference:5%
products                   20  0.00674  dwas                 dwas:50%  onet_dimensions:25%  inference:20%
solutions                  18  0.00607  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:44%  dwas:28%  inference:17%
coating                    17  0.00573  dwas                 dwas:41%  inference:35%  onet_tasks:24%
control                    17  0.00573  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:71%  inference:24%  onet_tasks:6%
plating                    16  0.00539  inference            inference:56%  onet_tasks:44%
machines                   16  0.00539  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:50%  onet_dimensions:44%  inference:6%
principles                 16  0.00539  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
metal                      14  0.00472  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:43%  inference:36%  wikipedia:14%
quality                    14  0.00472  inference            inference:57%  onet_dimensions:43%
operate                    13  0.00438  dwas                 dwas:38%  onet_tasks:23%  onet_dimensions:23%
includes                   12  0.00404  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
hand                       11  0.00371  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:64%  onet_tasks:27%  inference:9%
monitoring                 11  0.00371  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:73%  inference:27%
ideas                      11  0.00371  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
immerse                    10  0.00337  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:40%  dwas:40%  inference:20%
problems                   10  0.00337  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:90%  onet_tasks:10%
procedures                 10  0.00337  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:80%  inference:20%
techniques                 10  0.00337  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
standards                  10  0.00337  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:80%  inference:20%
activities                 10  0.00337  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:90%  wikipedia:10%
body                       10  0.00337  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
measure                     9  0.00303  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:56%  dwas:44%
rules                       9  0.00303  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  onet_tasks:11%
moving                      9  0.00303  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:78%  onet_tasks:11%  dwas:11%
clean                       9  0.00303  dwas                 dwas:56%  onet_tasks:33%  inference:11%
operations                  9  0.00303  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:67%  inference:33%
resources                   9  0.00303  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
quickly                     9  0.00303  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
performing                  9  0.00303  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  inference:11%
orientation                 9  0.00303  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
tools                       8  0.00269  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:62%  onet_tasks:25%  dwas:12%
current                     8  0.00269  wikipedia            wikipedia:62%  onet_tasks:25%  onet_dimensions:12%
processing                  8  0.00269  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:50%  dwas:25%  onet_tasks:12%