[Core] [67% incumbents] Observe woven cloth to detect weaving defects.
  DWAs: Inspect textile products.

[Core] [67% incumbents] Examine looms to determine causes of loom stoppage, such as warp filling, harness breaks, or mechanical defects.
  DWAs: Inspect production equipment.

[Core] [67% incumbents] Notify supervisors or repair staff of mechanical malfunctions.
  DWAs: Notify others of equipment repair or maintenance needs.

[Core] [67% incumbents] Stop machines when specified amounts of product have been produced.
  DWAs: Operate textile cutting or production equipment.

[Core] [67% incumbents] Operate machines for test runs to verify adjustments and to obtain product samples.
  DWAs: Conduct test runs of production equipment. | Operate textile cutting or production equipment.

[Supplemental] [67% incumbents] Set up, or set up and operate textile machines that perform textile processing and manufacturing operations such as winding, twisting, knitting, weaving, bonding, or stretching.
  DWAs: Operate textile cutting or production equipment.

[Supplemental] [67% incumbents] Install, level, and align machine components such as gears, chains, guides, dies, cutters, or needles to set up machinery for operation.
  DWAs: Mount attachments or tools onto production equipment. | Set equipment controls to meet cutting specifications. | Install mechanical components in production equipment.

[Supplemental] [67% incumbents] Record information about work completed and machine settings.
  DWAs: Record operational or production data.

[Supplemental] [67% incumbents] Clean, oil, and lubricate machines, using air hoses, cleaning solutions, rags, oil cans, or grease guns.
  DWAs: Clean production equipment. | Lubricate production equipment.

[Core] [66% incumbents] Thread yarn, thread, and fabric through guides, needles, and rollers of machines for weaving, knitting, or other processing.
  DWAs: Feed materials or products into or through equipment.

[Core] [66% incumbents] Remove defects in cloth by cutting and pulling out filling.
  DWAs: Cut fabrics.

[Core] [66% incumbents] Inspect products to ensure that specifications are met and to determine if machines need adjustment.
  DWAs: Inspect textile products.

[Core] [66% incumbents] Start machines, monitor operations, and make adjustments as needed.
  DWAs: Operate textile cutting or production equipment.

[Core] [66% incumbents] Inspect machinery to determine whether repairs are needed.
  DWAs: Inspect production equipment.

[Core] [66% incumbents] Confer with co-workers to obtain information about orders, processes, or problems.
  DWAs: Exchange information with colleagues.

[Supplemental] [66% incumbents] Program electronic equipment.
  DWAs: Program equipment to perform production tasks.

[Supplemental] [66% incumbents] Repair or replace worn or defective needles and other components, using hand tools.
  DWAs: Replace worn equipment components. | Repair production equipment or tools.

[Supplemental] [66% incumbents] Adjust machine heating mechanisms, tensions, and speeds to produce specified products.
  DWAs: Operate textile cutting or production equipment.

[Supplemental] [65% incumbents] Study guides, loom patterns, samples, charts, or specification sheets, or confer with supervisors or engineering staff to determine setup requirements.
  DWAs: Study blueprints or other instructions to determine equipment setup requirements. | Exchange information with colleagues.

--- SKILLS ---
  Monitoring (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organization
  Active Listening (imp:3.00 lvl:2.50) — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand
  Speaking (imp:2.88 lvl:2.38) — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
  Critical Thinking (imp:2.88 lvl:2.25) — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternativ
  Reading Comprehension (imp:2.75 lvl:2.38) — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
  Writing (imp:2.38 lvl:2.00) — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audienc
  Learning Strategies (imp:2.12 lvl:1.75) — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate fo
  Active Learning (imp:2.00 lvl:1.50) — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future pr
  Mathematics (imp:1.88 lvl:1.12) — Using mathematics to solve problems.
  Science (imp:1.12 lvl:0.12) — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.

--- KNOWLEDGE ---
  Production and Processing (imp:3.39 lvl:3.70) — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and ot
  English Language (imp:3.17 lvl:2.90) — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the mea
  Mechanical (imp:2.99 lvl:2.51) — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and main
  Public Safety and Security (imp:2.64 lvl:2.14) — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote
  Education and Training (imp:2.63 lvl:2.35) — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching
  Computers and Electronics (imp:2.47 lvl:2.03) — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and comput
  Customer and Personal Service (imp:2.30) — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal servic
  Administration and Management (imp:2.19 lvl:1.75) — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, 
  Mathematics (imp:2.05 lvl:1.54) — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their appl
  Design (imp:1.99 lvl:1.29) — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of 
  Engineering and Technology (imp:1.87 lvl:1.40) — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Th
  Chemistry (imp:1.65) — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances a
  Sales and Marketing (imp:1.59) — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products
  Administrative (imp:1.58 lvl:0.89) — Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word proce
  Economics and Accounting (imp:1.58) — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial mar
  Personnel and Human Resources (imp:1.53 lvl:1.16) — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, tra
  Medicine and Dentistry (imp:1.48 lvl:0.33) — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human i
  Communications and Media (imp:1.48) — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and m
  Telecommunications (imp:1.41 lvl:0.46) — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of te
  Transportation (imp:1.34) — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea
  Psychology (imp:1.30) — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, 
  Sociology and Anthropology (imp:1.30) — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human 
  Therapy and Counseling (imp:1.26) — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and r
  Physics (imp:1.23 lvl:0.51) — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships,
  Law and Government (imp:1.20) — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulat
  Philosophy and Theology (imp:1.18) — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their 
  Foreign Language (imp:1.15 lvl:0.17) — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language inclu
  Food Production (imp:1.09) — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food
  History and Archeology (imp:1.07) — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civi
  Building and Construction (imp:1.03) — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or r
  Geography (imp:1.02) — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, an
  Fine Arts (imp:1.02) — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform
  Biology (imp:1.00) — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interd

--- ABILITIES ---
  Arm-Hand Steadiness (imp:3.88 lvl:3.62) — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while hold
  Finger Dexterity (imp:3.62 lvl:3.50) — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or bot
  Control Precision (imp:3.62 lvl:3.50) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehi
  Multilimb Coordination (imp:3.50 lvl:3.12) — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or
  Manual Dexterity (imp:3.25 lvl:3.12) — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your
  Trunk Strength (imp:3.25 lvl:3.00) — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the 
  Oral Comprehension (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through 
  Problem Sensitivity (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does no
  Selective Attention (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distrac
  Near Vision (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
  Oral Expression (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will unde
  Visualization (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when 
  Reaction Time (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sou
  Auditory Attention (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distra
  Deductive Reasoning (imp:2.88 lvl:2.62) — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that 
  Information Ordering (imp:2.88 lvl:2.62) — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according
  Perceptual Speed (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among
  Extent Flexibility (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
  Visual Color Discrimination (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of c
  Speech Recognition (imp:2.88 lvl:2.50) — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
  Speech Clarity (imp:2.88 lvl:2.50) — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
  Written Comprehension (imp:2.75 lvl:2.50) — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
  Inductive Reasoning (imp:2.75 lvl:2.38) — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusion
  Category Flexibility (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping
  Flexibility of Closure (imp:2.75 lvl:2.38) — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or so
  Stamina (imp:2.75 lvl:2.38) — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getti
  Rate Control (imp:2.62 lvl:2.25) — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in an
  Static Strength (imp:2.62 lvl:2.50) — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
  Written Expression (imp:2.50 lvl:2.12) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will under
  Hearing Sensitivity (imp:2.50 lvl:2.38) — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch 
  Response Orientation (imp:2.38 lvl:2.12) — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two o
  Far Vision (imp:2.38 lvl:2.25) — The ability to see details at a distance.
  Wrist-Finger Speed (imp:2.25 lvl:2.12) — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and 
  Originality (imp:2.12 lvl:1.50) — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situa
  Time Sharing (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of
  Fluency of Ideas (imp:2.00 lvl:1.50) — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas
  Mathematical Reasoning (imp:2.00 lvl:1.00) — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a prob
  Number Facility (imp:2.00 lvl:1.00) — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
  Memorization (imp:2.00 lvl:1.12) — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and proced
  Speed of Closure (imp:2.00 lvl:1.50) — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into mea
  Gross Body Coordination (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together wh
  Depth Perception (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you
  Dynamic Strength (imp:1.88 lvl:1.62) — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This inv
  Gross Body Equilibrium (imp:1.88 lvl:1.00) — The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unsta
  Speed of Limb Movement (imp:1.75 lvl:1.00) — The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
  Explosive Strength (imp:1.38 lvl:0.50) — The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping
  Dynamic Flexibility (imp:1.25 lvl:0.25) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with yo
  Glare Sensitivity (imp:1.25 lvl:0.25) — The ability to see objects in the presence of a glare or bright lighting.
  Sound Localization (imp:1.25 lvl:0.38) — The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.
  Spatial Orientation (imp:1.12 lvl:0.12) — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know wher
  Night Vision (imp:1.00) — The ability to see under low-light conditions.
  Peripheral Vision (imp:1.00) — The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes ar

--- WORK ACTIVITIES ---
  Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:4.15 lvl:4.48) — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines 
  Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (imp:4.10 lvl:3.38) — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone,
  Getting Information (imp:3.98 lvl:3.84) — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sour
  Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (imp:3.87 lvl:3.79) — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment,
  Performing General Physical Activities (imp:3.83 lvl:4.16) — Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require co
  Handling and Moving Objects (imp:3.72 lvl:4.93) — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials,
  Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (imp:3.69 lvl:3.12) — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or 
  Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (imp:3.69 lvl:3.80) — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors o
  Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People (imp:3.48 lvl:3.94) — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
  Making Decisions and Solving Problems (imp:3.46 lvl:3.42) — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and sol
  Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (imp:3.43 lvl:2.95) — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events o
  Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (imp:3.32 lvl:3.58) — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
  Processing Information (imp:3.30 lvl:3.21) — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying
  Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (imp:3.22 lvl:3.10) — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your
  Documenting/Recording Information (imp:3.21 lvl:2.54) — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in writte
  Training and Teaching Others (imp:3.14 lvl:3.09) — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or tr
  Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (imp:3.09 lvl:2.87) — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resourc
  Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (imp:3.09 lvl:3.43) — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and m
  Analyzing Data or Information (imp:3.08 lvl:2.63) — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by break
  Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (imp:3.06 lvl:2.42) — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, an
  Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (imp:3.06 lvl:2.47) — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines,
  Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (imp:2.97 lvl:2.69) — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
  Thinking Creatively (imp:2.90 lvl:2.87) — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, syste
  Providing Consultation and Advice to Others (imp:2.84 lvl:2.71) — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical,
  Scheduling Work and Activities (imp:2.71 lvl:2.71) — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
  Developing and Building Teams (imp:2.70 lvl:2.51) — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team membe
  Working with Computers (imp:2.61 lvl:1.77) — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to progra
  Assisting and Caring for Others (imp:2.60 lvl:1.96) — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other pe
  Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (imp:2.59 lvl:1.80) — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance 
  Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (imp:2.56 lvl:1.86) — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
  Selling or Influencing Others (imp:2.46 lvl:1.82) — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or
  Coaching and Developing Others (imp:2.46 lvl:1.92) — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherw
  Developing Objectives and Strategies (imp:2.40 lvl:1.64) — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to 
  Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (imp:2.39 lvl:1.40) — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, 
  Performing Administrative Activities (imp:2.08 lvl:1.14) — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files
  Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (imp:2.07 lvl:1.34) — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving
  Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (imp:2.00 lvl:1.00) — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, s
  Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (imp:1.99 lvl:1.62) — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to t
  Staffing Organizational Units (imp:1.94 lvl:1.16) — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organ
  Communicating with People Outside the Organization (imp:1.93 lvl:1.28) — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organizatio
  Monitoring and Controlling Resources (imp:1.89 lvl:1.18) — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.

--- WORK STYLES ---
  Attention to Detail (imp:2.14) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Dependability (imp:2.06) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Dependability (imp:2.00) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Cautiousness (imp:1.96) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Attention to Detail (imp:1.00) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Stress Tolerance (imp:0.80) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Perseverance (imp:0.79) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Integrity (imp:0.64) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Achievement Orientation (imp:0.57) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Self-Control (imp:0.46) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Cooperation (imp:0.45) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Adaptability (imp:0.42) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Self-Confidence (imp:0.29) — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Initiative (imp:0.16) — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Sincerity (imp:0.05) — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Innovation () — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Achievement Orientation () — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Intellectual Curiosity () — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Tolerance for Ambiguity () — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Initiative () — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Adaptability () — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Self-Confidence () — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Perseverance () — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Leadership Orientation () — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Humility () — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Sincerity () — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Empathy () — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Cooperation () — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Optimism () — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Social Orientation () — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Cautiousness () — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Integrity () — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Stress Tolerance () — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Self-Control () — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Intellectual Curiosity (imp:-0.05) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Optimism (imp:-0.10) — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Empathy (imp:-0.14) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Social Orientation (imp:-0.14) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Humility (imp:-0.16) — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Innovation (imp:-0.41) — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Leadership Orientation (imp:-0.43) — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Tolerance for Ambiguity (imp:-0.52) — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.

--- TRANSFERABLE SKILLS ---
  Operations Monitoring (imp:3.38 lvl:3.12) — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working pr
  Operation and Control (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
  Quality Control Analysis (imp:2.88 lvl:2.62) — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate
  Time Management (imp:2.62 lvl:2.25) — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
  Complex Problem Solving (imp:2.50 lvl:2.12) — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and ev
  Equipment Maintenance (imp:2.50 lvl:2.25) — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind o
  Troubleshooting (imp:2.50 lvl:2.00) — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
  Judgment and Decision Making (imp:2.50 lvl:2.12) — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the m
  Coordination (imp:2.38 lvl:2.25) — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
  Social Perceptiveness (imp:2.25 lvl:2.00) — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
  Equipment Selection (imp:2.25 lvl:2.00) — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
  Repairing (imp:2.25 lvl:2.00) — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
  Instructing (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — Teaching others how to do something.
  Service Orientation (imp:2.12 lvl:1.62) — Actively looking for ways to help people.
  Systems Analysis (imp:2.12 lvl:1.25) — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, 
  Systems Evaluation (imp:2.00 lvl:1.00) — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed 
  Management of Personnel Resources (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best 
  Negotiation (imp:1.88 lvl:0.88) — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
  Operations Analysis (imp:1.75 lvl:1.38) — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
  Persuasion (imp:1.62 lvl:1.38) — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
  Installation (imp:1.62 lvl:1.00) — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.
  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
  Management of Material Resources (imp:1.50 lvl:0.62) — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materi
  Technology Design (imp:1.25 lvl:0.25) — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
  Programming (imp:1.25 lvl:0.25) — Writing computer programs for various purposes.

--- NATIONAL WAGES ---
  total_employment : 13,030
  annual_median    : $39,530
  annual_pct10     : $29,960
  annual_pct25     : $36,390
  annual_pct75     : $45,220
  annual_pct90     : $49,130
  annual_mean      : $40,720
  hourly_median    : $19.01

--- GEOGRAPHIC DISPERSION ---
  highest_state    : New York ($49,570)
  lowest_state     : Tennessee ($33,550)
  dispersion_ratio : 1.477x

--- TOP STATES BY WAGE (25 total) ---
  Manufacturing                            emp:   12,540  median: $  39,560
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:      270  median: $  38,340
  Wholesale Trade                          emp:      170  median: $  36,440
  Retail Trade                             emp:       40  median: $  32,630

--- TOP INDUSTRIES BY EMPLOYMENT (4 total) ---
  Manufacturing                            emp:   12,540  median: $  39,560
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:      270  median: $  38,340
  Wholesale Trade                          emp:      170  median: $  36,440
  Retail Trade                             emp:       40  median: $  32,630

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--- SEMANTIC NEIGHBORS (5) ---

  Title: Knitter (similarity: 0.1867)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Knitter
  QID: Q1777206
  Extract: Knitter may refer toBernard Knitter, Polish Olympic wrestler
Paul F. Knitter, American theologian
The Knitters, American country and folk band
Someone who knits

  Title: The Knitters (similarity: 0.2750)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Knitters
  QID: Q2406841
  Extract: The Knitters are a Los Angeles-based band who play country, rockabilly and folk music. The Knitters' name is a play on the name of the folk group The Weavers.

  Title: Game of Wool: Britain's Best Knitter (similarity: 0.2115)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Game_of_Wool%3A_Britain's_Best_Knitter
  QID: Q137196252
  Extract: Game of Wool: Britain's Best Knitter is a British reality show, where knitters compete to be named "Britain's best knitter".

  Title: Knitter's Almanac (similarity: 0.2353)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Knitter's_Almanac
  QID: Q133836715
  Extract: Elizabeth Zimmermann's Knitter's Almanac, or simply Knitter's Almanac, is a knitting book by British-born knitter Elizabeth Zimmermann. It was originally published in 1974 by Charles Scribner's Sons, and then republished in 1981 by Dover Publications. The book has twelve chapters, one for each month

  Title: Paul F. Knitter (similarity: 0.2169)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paul_F._Knitter
  QID: Q2059488
  Extract: Paul Francis Knitter is an American theologian. He is currently an emeritus professor at Union Theological Seminary, where he has served as the Paul Tillich Professor of Theology, World Religions and Culture since 2007. He is also Emeritus Professor of Theology at Xavier University in Cincinnati, wh

model_pass1          : claude-sonnet-4-20250514
model_pass2          : claude-haiku-4-5-20251001
inference_confidence : high
confidence_notes     : Strong confidence based on comprehensive O*NET data including detailed tasks, abilities, and work activities. Limited Wikipedia context does not significantly impact analysis given robust occupational data.
inferred_at          : 2026-06-04T01:52:40.978286+00:00
tokens_input         : 4,712
tokens_output        : 4,258
cost_usd             : $0.045829
wikipedia_used       : False
wikipedia_title      : None
wikipedia_note       : No direct Wikipedia match exists for this specific occupation. The closest semantic neighbors relate to knitting as a craft rather than industrial textile production.

--- PROSE FIELDS ---

ROLE SUMMARY:
Textile Knitting and Weaving Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders set up, operate, and maintain machines that knit, loop, weave, or draw textiles in manufacturing environments. These skilled production workers monitor machine operations, detect quality defects, and perform routine maintenance to ensure continuous textile production. They combine technical mechanical knowledge with manual dexterity to produce consistent, high-quality textile products.

DAY IN THE LIFE:
Workers begin by setting up textile machines, installing and aligning components like gears, chains, guides, and needles to prepare equipment for production runs. Throughout their shift, they monitor weaving and knitting operations, observing cloth output to detect defects and examining looms to identify causes of stoppages like warp filling or mechanical issues. They operate machines for test runs to verify adjustments and obtain product samples, stopping equipment when specified production quantities are reached. Regular maintenance tasks include cleaning, oiling, and lubricating machines using air hoses, cleaning solutions, and grease guns. They thread yarn and fabric through machine guides and rollers, record production data and machine settings, and communicate with supervisors about mechanical malfunctions requiring repair.

WHO THRIVES:
This role suits detail-oriented individuals with strong mechanical aptitude who can maintain consistent focus during repetitive tasks. Success requires excellent arm-hand steadiness, finger dexterity, and multilimb coordination to operate complex textile machinery precisely. Workers need problem-solving skills to diagnose machine malfunctions and quality issues, plus the physical stamina for standing, lifting, and handling materials throughout production shifts. The realistic and conventional RIASEC profile indicates this work appeals to people who prefer structured, hands-on tasks with clear procedures and measurable outcomes.

CAREER ENTRY:
Most positions require only a high school diploma or equivalent, with 94.7% of workers having this educational background according to the distribution data. Employers typically provide on-the-job training to teach specific machine operations, quality standards, and safety procedures. Some workers may benefit from vocational training in manufacturing or mechanical skills, though extensive formal education is not required for entry-level positions.

CAREER TRAJECTORY:
Experience as a textile machine operator can lead to supervisory roles overseeing production teams or quality control positions. Workers may advance to machine setup specialist or maintenance technician roles requiring deeper mechanical knowledge. Some transition to related manufacturing positions in other industries, leveraging their machine operation and quality control skills in paper goods, synthetic fiber production, or other automated manufacturing environments.

MARKET INTELLIGENCE:
Employment stands at 13,030 workers with a median annual wage of $39,530 according to BLS OEWS May 2025 data, ranging from $29,960 to $49,130 across the 10th to 90th percentiles. Geographic wage variation is moderate, with New York offering the highest wages at $49,570 compared to Tennessee's $33,550, representing a 1.48x ratio. Manufacturing employs 96% of workers (12,540), with minimal opportunities outside this sector. The concentrated employment in traditional textile manufacturing regions suggests limited growth prospects as automation and overseas production continue to impact the industry.

AUTOMATION OUTLOOK:
Moderate automation risk exists as textile manufacturing increasingly adopts computerized machinery and automated quality inspection systems. However, the role's emphasis on machine setup, troubleshooting mechanical problems, and handling complex threading operations requires human judgment and dexterity that current automation cannot fully replace.

--- REASONED EDGES ---
  [task_similarity] Textile Winding, Twisting, and Drawing Out Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders (51-6064.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles involve operating textile processing machines and require similar mechanical knowledge and machine monitoring skills.
    data: Both listed as Primary-Short related occupations
    data: Production and Processing knowledge overlap
    data: Controlling Machines and Processes work activity
  [skill_overlap] Sewing Machine Operators (51-6031.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both require finger dexterity, arm-hand steadiness, and manual dexterity abilities for textile work.
    data: Finger Dexterity ability (imp:3.6)
    data: Manual Dexterity ability
    data: Textile industry employment
  [knowledge_overlap] Textile Cutting Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders (51-6062.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles share Production and Processing knowledge and Mechanical knowledge for textile equipment operation.
    data: Production and Processing knowledge (imp:3.4)
    data: Mechanical knowledge (imp:3.0)
    data: Primary-Short related occupation
  [riasec_cluster] Paper Goods Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders (51-9196.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both roles likely share similar realistic and conventional RIASEC patterns for machine operation work.
    data: RIASEC R:6.95, C:4.28
    data: Controlling Machines and Processes work activity
    data: Job Zone 2 preparation level
  [transferable_skill] Cutting and Slicing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders (51-9032.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Operations Monitoring and Operation and Control transferable skills apply across machine operator roles.
    data: Operations Monitoring skill (imp:3.4)
    data: Operation and Control skill (imp:3.0)
    data: Quality Control Analysis skill

--- NORMALIZER SIGNALS ---
  match_keywords   : ['textile knitting', 'textile weaving', 'loom operator', 'knitting machine', 'weaving machine', 'textile operator', 'fabric production', 'yarn threading']
  exclude_keywords : ['cutting', 'dyeing', 'finishing', 'sewing', 'embroidery']
  title_patterns   : ['knitting.*operator', 'weaving.*operator', 'textile.*setter', 'loom.*tender', 'knit.*machine']
  common_variations: ['textile machine operator', 'loom operator', 'knitting operator', 'weaving operator', 'fabric machine tender', 'textile setter', 'knit machine operator', 'weaver operator']

total_terms    : 40
top_words      : ['equipment', 'tendency', 'others', 'production', 'machines', 'textile', 'principles', 'mechanical', 'machine', 'control', 'operate', 'quality', 'operations', 'materials', 'includes', 'objects', 'products', 'problems', 'ideas', 'procedures']
source_layers  : onet_tasks | onet_dimensions | dwas | wikipedia | inference

TERM                    COUNT     FREQ  DOMINANT SOURCE      SOURCE BREAKDOWN
──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────
equipment                  45  0.01635  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:51%  dwas:42%  inference:4%
tendency                   42  0.01526  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
others                     39  0.01417  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:97%  dwas:3%
production                 33  0.01199  dwas                 dwas:45%  inference:30%  onet_dimensions:24%
machines                   18  0.00654  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:39%  onet_dimensions:39%  inference:22%
textile                    18  0.00654  inference            inference:50%  dwas:39%  onet_tasks:11%
principles                 16  0.00581  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
mechanical                 15  0.00545  inference            inference:47%  onet_dimensions:33%  onet_tasks:13%
machine                    15  0.00545  inference            inference:67%  onet_tasks:20%  onet_dimensions:13%
control                    14  0.00509  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:86%  inference:14%
operate                    13  0.00472  dwas                 dwas:38%  onet_dimensions:23%  inference:23%
quality                    13  0.00472  inference            inference:54%  onet_dimensions:46%
operations                 12  0.00436  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:50%  inference:33%  onet_tasks:17%
materials                  12  0.00436  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:83%  dwas:8%  inference:8%
includes                   12  0.00436  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
objects                    12  0.00436  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
products                   11  0.00400  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:45%  dwas:27%  onet_tasks:18%
problems                   11  0.00400  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:82%  onet_tasks:9%  inference:9%
ideas                      11  0.00400  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
procedures                 10  0.00363  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:80%  inference:20%
techniques                 10  0.00363  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
body                       10  0.00363  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
knitter                    10  0.00363  wikipedia            wikipedia:100%
needed                      9  0.00327  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:78%  onet_tasks:22%
hand                        9  0.00327  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:78%  onet_tasks:11%  inference:11%
needs                       9  0.00327  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  dwas:11%
standards                   9  0.00327  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  inference:11%
resources                   9  0.00327  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
quickly                     9  0.00327  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
activities                  9  0.00327  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
orientation                 9  0.00327  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
manufacturing               8  0.00291  inference            inference:88%  onet_tasks:12%
knitting                    8  0.00291  wikipedia            wikipedia:38%  inference:38%  onet_tasks:25%
tools                       8  0.00291  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:62%  dwas:25%  onet_tasks:12%
monitoring                  8  0.00291  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
problem                     8  0.00291  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  inference:12%
rules                       8  0.00291  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
maintenance                 8  0.00291  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:50%  inference:38%  dwas:12%
human                       8  0.00291  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  inference:12%
moving                      8  0.00291  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  wikipedia:12%