[Core] [59% incumbents] Inspect and measure workpieces to mark for cuts and to verify the accuracy of cuts, using rulers, squares, or caliper rules.
  DWAs: Measure dimensions of completed products or workpieces to verify conformance to specifications.

[Core] [59% incumbents] Adjust saw blades, using wrenches and rulers, or by turning handwheels or pressing pedals, levers, or panel buttons.
  DWAs: Set equipment controls to meet cutting specifications.

[Core] [59% incumbents] Mount and bolt sawing blades or attachments to machine shafts.
  DWAs: Mount attachments or tools onto production equipment.

[Core] [59% incumbents] Monitor sawing machines, adjusting speed and tension and clearing jams to ensure proper operation.
  DWAs: Monitor equipment operation to ensure proper functioning. | Clear equipment jams.

[Core] [59% incumbents] Sharpen blades, or replace defective or worn blades or bands, using hand tools.
  DWAs: Replace worn equipment components. | Sharpen cutting or grinding tools.

[Core] [59% incumbents] Clear machine jams, using hand tools.
  DWAs: Clear equipment jams.

[Core] [59% incumbents] Lubricate or clean machines, using wrenches, grease guns, or solvents.
  DWAs: Clean production equipment. | Lubricate production equipment.

[Supplemental] [59% incumbents] Examine blueprints, drawings, work orders, or patterns to determine equipment set-up or selection details, procedures to be used, or dimensions of final products.
  DWAs: Read work orders or other instructions to determine product specifications or materials requirements. | Study blueprints or other instructions to determine equipment setup requirements. | Review blueprints or other instructions to determine operational methods or sequences.

[Supplemental] [59% incumbents] Cut grooves, bevels, or miters, saw curved or irregular designs, and sever or shape metals, according to specifications or work orders.
  DWAs: Shape metal workpieces with hammers or other small hand tools. | Cut industrial materials in preparation for fabrication or processing.

[Supplemental] [59% incumbents] Unclamp and remove finished workpieces from tables.
  DWAs: Remove products or workpieces from production equipment.

[Supplemental] [59% incumbents] Dispose of waste material after completing work assignments.
  DWAs: Dispose of trash or waste materials.

[Core] [58% incumbents] Set up, operate, or tend saws or machines that cut or trim wood to specified dimensions, such as circular saws, band saws, multiple-blade sawing machines, scroll saws, ripsaws, or crozer machines.
  DWAs: Set equipment controls to meet cutting specifications.

[Core] [58% incumbents] Guide workpieces against saws, saw over workpieces by hand, or operate automatic feeding devices to guide cuts.
  DWAs: Maneuver workpieces in equipment during production. | Operate cutting equipment.

[Supplemental] [58% incumbents] Adjust bolts, clamps, stops, guides, or table angles or heights, using hand tools.
  DWAs: Set equipment guides, stops, spacers, or other fixtures.

[Supplemental] [58% incumbents] Examine logs or lumber to plan the best cuts.
  DWAs: Inspect lumber or raw woodstock.

[Supplemental] [58% incumbents] Trim lumber to straighten rough edges or remove defects, using circular saws.
  DWAs: Trim excess material from workpieces.

[Supplemental] [58% incumbents] Count, sort, or stack finished workpieces.
  DWAs: Count finished products or workpieces. | Sort materials or products for processing, storing, shipping, or grading. | Stack finished items for further processing or shipment.

[Supplemental] [58% incumbents] Measure and mark stock for cuts.
  DWAs: Measure materials to mark reference points, cutting lines, or other indicators.

[Core] [57% incumbents] Inspect stock for imperfections or to estimate grades or qualities of stock or workpieces.
  DWAs: Inspect lumber or raw woodstock.

[Supplemental] [57% incumbents] Operate panelboards of saw or conveyor systems to move stock through processes or to cut stock to specified dimensions.
  DWAs: Operate woodworking equipment.

[Supplemental] [56% incumbents] Position and clamp stock on tables, conveyors, or carriages, using hoists, guides, stops, dogs, wedges, or wrenches.
  DWAs: Mount materials or workpieces onto production equipment. | Position raw materials on processing or production equipment.

[Supplemental] [56% incumbents] Select saw blades, types or grades of stock, or cutting procedures to be used, according to work orders or supervisors' instructions.
  DWAs: Select production input materials. | Select production equipment according to product specifications.

--- SKILLS ---
  Critical Thinking (imp:3.00 lvl:2.75) — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternativ
  Monitoring (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organization
  Active Listening (imp:2.75 lvl:2.50) — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand
  Speaking (imp:2.62 lvl:2.12) — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
  Reading Comprehension (imp:2.38 lvl:2.62) — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
  Active Learning (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future pr
  Mathematics (imp:2.00 lvl:1.50) — Using mathematics to solve problems.
  Learning Strategies (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate fo
  Writing (imp:1.75 lvl:1.38) — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audienc
  Science (imp:1.25 lvl:0.25) — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.

--- KNOWLEDGE ---
  Production and Processing (imp:3.24 lvl:2.81) — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and ot
  Mechanical (imp:3.21 lvl:3.38) — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and main
  Public Safety and Security (imp:2.65 lvl:1.73) — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote
  Mathematics (imp:2.59 lvl:1.94) — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their appl
  Education and Training (imp:2.29 lvl:1.81) — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching
  English Language (imp:2.22 lvl:1.58) — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the mea
  Design (imp:2.11 lvl:1.63) — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of 
  Engineering and Technology (imp:2.08 lvl:1.75) — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Th
  Building and Construction (imp:1.87 lvl:1.84) — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or r
  Psychology (imp:1.78 lvl:1.27) — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, 
  Computers and Electronics (imp:1.77 lvl:1.17) — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and comput
  Transportation (imp:1.68 lvl:1.05) — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea
  Telecommunications (imp:1.67) — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of te
  Administration and Management (imp:1.54 lvl:0.88) — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, 
  Customer and Personal Service (imp:1.45) — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal servic
  Sociology and Anthropology (imp:1.41) — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human 
  Medicine and Dentistry (imp:1.32) — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human i
  Communications and Media (imp:1.32) — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and m
  Law and Government (imp:1.28) — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulat
  Chemistry (imp:1.20) — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances a
  Foreign Language (imp:1.19) — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language inclu
  Sales and Marketing (imp:1.18) — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products
  Administrative (imp:1.15) — Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word proce
  Physics (imp:1.15) — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships,
  Economics and Accounting (imp:1.12) — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial mar
  Personnel and Human Resources (imp:1.11) — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, tra
  Biology (imp:1.10) — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interd
  Geography (imp:1.10) — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, an
  Philosophy and Theology (imp:1.02) — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their 
  Food Production (imp:1.00) — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food
  Therapy and Counseling (imp:1.00) — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and r
  Fine Arts (imp:1.00) — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform
  History and Archeology (imp:1.00) — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civi

--- ABILITIES ---
  Control Precision (imp:3.62 lvl:3.50) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehi
  Arm-Hand Steadiness (imp:3.38 lvl:3.12) — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while hold
  Manual Dexterity (imp:3.38 lvl:3.00) — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your
  Near Vision (imp:3.38 lvl:3.12) — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
  Problem Sensitivity (imp:3.25 lvl:2.88) — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does no
  Finger Dexterity (imp:3.25 lvl:3.12) — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or bot
  Rate Control (imp:3.25 lvl:2.75) — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in an
  Reaction Time (imp:3.25 lvl:3.25) — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sou
  Selective Attention (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distrac
  Multilimb Coordination (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or
  Trunk Strength (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the 
  Stamina (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getti
  Deductive Reasoning (imp:3.00 lvl:2.75) — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that 
  Inductive Reasoning (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusion
  Static Strength (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
  Far Vision (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — The ability to see details at a distance.
  Depth Perception (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you
  Oral Comprehension (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through 
  Oral Expression (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will unde
  Category Flexibility (imp:2.88 lvl:2.62) — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping
  Perceptual Speed (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among
  Visualization (imp:2.88 lvl:3.12) — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when 
  Auditory Attention (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distra
  Speech Clarity (imp:2.88 lvl:2.50) — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
  Information Ordering (imp:2.75 lvl:2.88) — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according
  Flexibility of Closure (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or so
  Visual Color Discrimination (imp:2.75 lvl:2.38) — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of c
  Speech Recognition (imp:2.62 lvl:2.38) — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
  Written Comprehension (imp:2.50 lvl:2.75) — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
  Response Orientation (imp:2.50 lvl:2.50) — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two o
  Extent Flexibility (imp:2.50 lvl:2.75) — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
  Hearing Sensitivity (imp:2.25 lvl:2.25) — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch 
  Written Expression (imp:2.12 lvl:1.88) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will under
  Number Facility (imp:2.12 lvl:1.75) — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
  Wrist-Finger Speed (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and 
  Dynamic Strength (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This inv
  Gross Body Coordination (imp:2.12 lvl:1.88) — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together wh
  Mathematical Reasoning (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a prob
  Speed of Limb Movement (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
  Peripheral Vision (imp:2.00 lvl:1.12) — The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes ar
  Fluency of Ideas (imp:1.88 lvl:1.75) — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas
  Originality (imp:1.88 lvl:1.75) — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situa
  Memorization (imp:1.88 lvl:1.75) — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and proced
  Speed of Closure (imp:1.88 lvl:1.75) — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into mea
  Spatial Orientation (imp:1.88 lvl:0.88) — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know wher
  Time Sharing (imp:1.88 lvl:1.88) — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of
  Gross Body Equilibrium (imp:1.88 lvl:1.25) — The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unsta
  Sound Localization (imp:1.75 lvl:0.75) — The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.
  Night Vision (imp:1.62 lvl:0.75) — The ability to see under low-light conditions.
  Glare Sensitivity (imp:1.62 lvl:0.75) — The ability to see objects in the presence of a glare or bright lighting.
  Explosive Strength (imp:1.38 lvl:0.38) — The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping
  Dynamic Flexibility (imp:1.38 lvl:0.38) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with yo

--- WORK ACTIVITIES ---
  Handling and Moving Objects (imp:4.11 lvl:5.81) — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials,
  Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:4.11 lvl:4.88) — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines 
  Performing General Physical Activities (imp:3.70 lvl:3.82) — Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require co
  Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (imp:3.65 lvl:3.05) — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors o
  Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (imp:3.45 lvl:3.29) — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or 
  Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (imp:3.41 lvl:3.46) — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone,
  Getting Information (imp:3.38 lvl:2.48) — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sour
  Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (imp:3.27 lvl:2.98) — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, s
  Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (imp:3.27 lvl:3.41) — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, an
  Training and Teaching Others (imp:3.17 lvl:2.57) — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or tr
  Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (imp:3.12 lvl:3.41) — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment,
  Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (imp:3.08 lvl:2.40) — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resourc
  Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People (imp:2.89 lvl:2.74) — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
  Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (imp:2.77 lvl:3.00) — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and m
  Making Decisions and Solving Problems (imp:2.76 lvl:2.37) — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and sol
  Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (imp:2.69 lvl:1.80) — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events o
  Developing and Building Teams (imp:2.64 lvl:1.92) — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team membe
  Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (imp:2.55 lvl:2.20) — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your
  Scheduling Work and Activities (imp:2.54 lvl:2.39) — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
  Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (imp:2.51 lvl:2.55) — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
  Thinking Creatively (imp:2.47 lvl:2.32) — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, syste
  Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (imp:2.47 lvl:2.23) — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance 
  Coaching and Developing Others (imp:2.45 lvl:2.11) — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherw
  Processing Information (imp:2.37 lvl:2.28) — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying
  Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (imp:2.34 lvl:2.06) — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, 
  Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (imp:2.33 lvl:1.55) — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
  Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (imp:2.23 lvl:2.16) — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
  Providing Consultation and Advice to Others (imp:2.23 lvl:1.74) — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical,
  Documenting/Recording Information (imp:2.19 lvl:1.59) — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in writte
  Assisting and Caring for Others (imp:2.17 lvl:1.96) — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other pe
  Developing Objectives and Strategies (imp:2.16 lvl:1.49) — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to 
  Monitoring and Controlling Resources (imp:2.10 lvl:1.53) — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
  Working with Computers (imp:1.98 lvl:1.16) — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to progra
  Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (imp:1.98 lvl:1.44) — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to t
  Analyzing Data or Information (imp:1.93 lvl:1.55) — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by break
  Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (imp:1.93 lvl:1.63) — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines,
  Performing Administrative Activities (imp:1.75 lvl:1.13) — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files
  Communicating with People Outside the Organization (imp:1.68 lvl:1.05) — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organizatio
  Staffing Organizational Units (imp:1.56) — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organ
  Selling or Influencing Others (imp:1.48 lvl:0.77) — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or
  Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (imp:1.39 lvl:0.78) — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving

--- WORK STYLES ---
  Attention to Detail (imp:2.34) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Dependability (imp:2.11) — 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
  Stress Tolerance (imp:1.16) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Attention to Detail (imp:1.00) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Perseverance (imp:0.77) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Integrity (imp:0.72) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Achievement Orientation (imp:0.70) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Self-Control (imp:0.66) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Self-Confidence (imp:0.48) — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Cooperation (imp:0.28) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Adaptability (imp:0.12) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Initiative (imp:0.10) — 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
  Optimism (imp:-0.07) — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Intellectual Curiosity (imp:-0.10) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Empathy (imp:-0.14) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Humility (imp:-0.32) — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Social Orientation (imp:-0.32) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Leadership Orientation (imp:-0.34) — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Innovation (imp:-0.50) — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Tolerance for Ambiguity (imp:-0.67) — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.

--- TRANSFERABLE SKILLS ---
  Operations Monitoring (imp:3.12 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.
  Troubleshooting (imp:3.00 lvl:2.62) — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
  Quality Control Analysis (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate
  Equipment Maintenance (imp:2.75 lvl:2.62) — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind o
  Judgment and Decision Making (imp:2.75 lvl:2.38) — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the m
  Time Management (imp:2.75 lvl:2.38) — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
  Coordination (imp:2.62 lvl:2.50) — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
  Complex Problem Solving (imp:2.62 lvl:2.25) — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and ev
  Repairing (imp:2.62 lvl:2.50) — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
  Social Perceptiveness (imp:2.50 lvl:2.25) — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
  Instructing (imp:2.00 lvl:2.12) — Teaching others how to do something.
  Equipment Selection (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
  Systems Analysis (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, 
  Systems Evaluation (imp:2.00 lvl:1.50) — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed 
  Management of Personnel Resources (imp:2.00 lvl:1.50) — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best 
  Persuasion (imp:1.88 lvl:1.62) — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
  Negotiation (imp:1.88 lvl:1.62) — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
  Service Orientation (imp:1.88 lvl:1.62) — Actively looking for ways to help people.
  Operations Analysis (imp:1.88 lvl:1.38) — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
  Management of Material Resources (imp:1.75 lvl:0.75) — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materi
  Installation (imp:1.50 lvl:0.50) — 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
  Technology Design (imp:1.38 lvl:0.38) — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
  Programming (imp:1.12 lvl:0.12) — Writing computer programs for various purposes.

--- NATIONAL WAGES ---
  total_employment : 40,850
  annual_median    : $42,770
  annual_pct10     : $30,890
  annual_pct25     : $36,510
  annual_pct75     : $48,620
  annual_pct90     : $58,170
  annual_mean      : $43,580
  hourly_median    : $20.56

--- GEOGRAPHIC DISPERSION ---
  highest_state    : Alaska ($52,680)
  lowest_state     : New Mexico ($34,720)
  dispersion_ratio : 1.517x

--- TOP STATES BY WAGE (46 total) ---
  Manufacturing                            emp:   34,430  median: $  42,240
  Wholesale Trade                          emp:    3,330  median: $  43,140
  Retail Trade                             emp:    1,350  median: $  47,500
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:      820  median: $  38,060
  Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting emp:      430  median: $  48,060
  Construction                             emp:      210  median: $  53,330
  Transportation and Warehousing           emp:      120  median: $  44,080
  Other Services (except Public Administration) emp:       50  median: $  42,860

--- TOP INDUSTRIES BY EMPLOYMENT (8 total) ---
  Manufacturing                            emp:   34,430  median: $  42,240
  Wholesale Trade                          emp:    3,330  median: $  43,140
  Retail Trade                             emp:    1,350  median: $  47,500
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:      820  median: $  38,060
  Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting emp:      430  median: $  48,060
  Construction                             emp:      210  median: $  53,330
  Transportation and Warehousing           emp:      120  median: $  44,080
  Other Services (except Public Administration) emp:       50  median: $  42,860

exact_match_status : no_exact_match
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         : 2026-06-02T23:17:41.229533Z

--- SEMANTIC NEIGHBORS (5) ---

  Title: Lumberjack (similarity: 0.0968)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lumberjack
  QID: Q1124183
  Extract: Lumberjack is a mostly North American term for workers in the logging industry who perform the initial harvesting and transport of trees. The term usually refers to loggers in the era before 1945 in the United States, when trees were felled using hand tools and dragged by oxen to rivers.

  Title: List of The Weekly with Charlie Pickering episodes (similarity: 0.2353)
  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: SS Princess Sophia (similarity: 0.2000)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/SS_Princess_Sophia
  QID: Q2110397
  Extract: SS Princess Sophia was a steel-built passenger liner in the coastal service fleet of the Canadian Pacific Railway (CPR). Along with SS Princess Adelaide, SS Princess Alice, and SS Princess Mary, Princess Sophia was one of four similar ships built for CPR during 1910-1911.

  Title: List of Pawn Stars episodes (similarity: 0.3544)
  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: Ship (similarity: 0.1429)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ship
  QID: Q11446
  Extract: A ship is a large watercraft designed for travel across the surface of a body of water, carrying cargo or passengers, or in support of specialized tasks such as warfare, oceanography and fishing. Ships are generally distinguished from boats, based on size, shape, load capacity and purpose. Ships hav

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, work activities, and skill requirements. BLS wage and employment data provides solid market intelligence foundation.
inferred_at          : 2026-06-04T02:02:07.919986+00:00
tokens_input         : 4,944
tokens_output        : 4,588
cost_usd             : $0.049325
wikipedia_used       : False
wikipedia_title      : None
wikipedia_note       : No direct Wikipedia match exists for this specialized manufacturing occupation. The closest semantic match relates to lumberjacking, which involves different forestry-based cutting activities rather than factory-based sawing machine operations.

--- PROSE FIELDS ---

ROLE SUMMARY:
Sawing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Wood are production workers who set up, operate, and maintain wood-cutting machinery in manufacturing and processing facilities. They work with both traditional and computer numerically controlled (CNC) sawing equipment to cut, shape, and size wood products according to specifications. These skilled technicians ensure quality output while maintaining safe and efficient machine operations in woodworking and lumber processing environments.

DAY IN THE LIFE:
Workers begin by examining blueprints, work orders, or patterns to determine equipment setup requirements and cutting specifications. They mount and adjust saw blades using wrenches and rulers, then set machine controls for proper speed, tension, and cutting angles. Throughout their shift, they monitor machine operations, clearing jams and making real-time adjustments to maintain quality standards. They inspect and measure finished workpieces using rulers, squares, and calipers to verify accuracy, then unclamp and remove completed products from work tables. Regular maintenance tasks include lubricating machines, cleaning equipment with solvents, and replacing or sharpening worn blades using hand tools.

WHO THRIVES:
This role suits individuals with strong mechanical aptitude and excellent hand-eye coordination, as evidenced by the high importance of control precision, arm-hand steadiness, and manual dexterity requirements. Successful workers possess a realistic personality orientation, preferring hands-on problem-solving and working with tangible materials and equipment. They demonstrate exceptional attention to detail and dependability, critical for maintaining quality standards and safe operations in a production environment. Workers must have good stress tolerance and cautiousness, as they operate potentially dangerous machinery while meeting production deadlines. The role appeals to those who enjoy systematic, methodical work and take pride in producing quality craftsmanship through precise machine operations.

CAREER ENTRY:
Most positions require a high school diploma or equivalent, with 59.2% of workers having this educational background and 21.8% entering with less than high school completion. Entry-level workers typically receive on-the-job training to learn machine operations, safety protocols, and quality standards. Some workers benefit from post-secondary certificates in woodworking, manufacturing technology, or related technical fields, which 9.5% of the workforce possesses. Previous experience with hand tools, basic mechanical systems, or production environments provides valuable preparation for this role.

CAREER TRAJECTORY:
Experienced sawing machine operators often advance to lead sawyer positions, supervising teams and training new workers in complex cutting operations. Career progression may lead to roles in production supervision, quality control, or maintenance coordination within manufacturing facilities. Workers can also transition to related machinery operations in metal fabrication, textile cutting, or other specialized manufacturing sectors. Some experienced operators pursue opportunities in CNC programming or equipment maintenance, leveraging their deep understanding of cutting processes and machine operations.

MARKET INTELLIGENCE:
According to BLS OEWS May 2025 data, 40,850 workers are employed in this occupation with a median annual wage of $42,770, ranging from $30,890 to $58,170 for the 10th to 90th percentiles. Geographic wage variation is moderate, with Alaska offering the highest wages at $52,680 and New Mexico the lowest at $34,720, representing a 1.52x ratio. Employment is heavily concentrated in manufacturing (34,430 workers), followed by wholesale trade (3,330) and retail trade (1,350). The occupation's Job Zone 2 classification indicates moderate skill requirements, making it accessible to workers seeking stable manufacturing careers. Demand correlates with construction activity and furniture manufacturing, with opportunities varying by regional industrial presence.

AUTOMATION OUTLOOK:
While CNC technology has transformed some sawing operations, the role maintains moderate automation resistance due to the need for manual setup, quality inspection, and problem-solving during production runs. Workers who adapt to operating computer-controlled equipment and develop troubleshooting skills for complex machinery will remain valuable in modernizing facilities. The emphasis on handling and moving objects, combined with the need for real-time quality control and equipment adjustments, suggests continued demand for skilled human operators in the medium term.

--- REASONED EDGES ---
  [skill_overlap] Woodworking Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Except Sawing (51-7042.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles share identical mechanical knowledge requirements (3.2 importance, 3.4 level) and similar production/processing expertise in wood manufacturing environments.
    data: Mechanical knowledge levels
    data: Production and Processing knowledge
    data: Wood industry focus
  [task_similarity] Cutting and Slicing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders (51-9032.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Core work activities of controlling machines and processes (4.1 importance) and equipment inspection are nearly identical across both cutting machine operations.
    data: Controlling Machines and Processes activity
    data: Equipment setup procedures
    data: Quality control inspection
  [transferable_skill] Cutting, Punching, and Press Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic (51-4031.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Operations monitoring (3.1 importance) and operation and control skills transfer directly between sawing and metal cutting machine operations.
    data: Operations Monitoring transferable skill
    data: Machine setup procedures
    data: Job Zone 2 classification
  [task_similarity] Tool Grinders, Filers, and Sharpeners (51-4194.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both roles involve sharpening cutting tools and blades as a core maintenance activity, requiring similar hand tool skills and blade knowledge.
    data: Blade sharpening tasks
    data: Hand tool usage
    data: Equipment maintenance requirements
  [riasec_cluster] Cutters and Trimmers, Hand (51-9031.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both occupations exhibit strong realistic orientation (R:7.00) with focus on hands-on work with tools and materials in production environments.
    data: Realistic RIASEC score
    data: Hand tool operations
    data: Production environment work

--- NORMALIZER SIGNALS ---
  match_keywords   : ['sawing machine', 'wood sawing', 'saw operator', 'bandsaw operator', 'sawyer', 'wood cutting', 'lumber cutting', 'saw tender']
  exclude_keywords : ['forestry', 'logging', 'tree cutting', 'chainsaw', 'carpenter']
  title_patterns   : ['*saw*operator', '*saw*tender', '*sawyer', '*saw*setter', 'bandsaw*']
  common_variations: ['Band Saw Operator', 'Bandsaw Operator', 'Automatic Sawyer', 'Lead Sawyer', 'Saw Machine Operator', 'Wood Sawing Machine Operator', 'CNC Saw Operator', 'Sawing Equipment Operator']

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

TERM                    COUNT     FREQ  DOMINANT SOURCE      SOURCE BREAKDOWN
──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────
equipment                  49  0.01645  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:47%  dwas:37%  inference:14%
tendency                   42  0.01410  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
others                     38  0.01276  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
production                 23  0.00772  dwas                 dwas:39%  onet_dimensions:35%  inference:26%
materials                  19  0.00638  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:53%  dwas:42%  inference:5%
hand                       17  0.00571  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:41%  onet_tasks:24%  inference:24%
operations                 16  0.00537  inference            inference:62%  onet_dimensions:38%
principles                 16  0.00537  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
control                    15  0.00504  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:80%  inference:20%
workpieces                 14  0.00470  dwas                 dwas:50%  onet_tasks:43%  inference:7%
tools                      14  0.00470  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:36%  onet_tasks:21%  dwas:21%
quality                    14  0.00470  inference            inference:57%  onet_dimensions:43%
machine                    13  0.00436  inference            inference:69%  onet_tasks:15%  onet_dimensions:15%
machines                   13  0.00436  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:54%  onet_tasks:38%  inference:8%
cutting                    13  0.00436  inference            inference:54%  dwas:38%  onet_tasks:8%
objects                    13  0.00436  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:92%  inference:8%
products                   12  0.00403  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:42%  dwas:33%  inference:17%
includes                   12  0.00403  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
standards                  11  0.00369  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:73%  inference:27%
activities                 11  0.00369  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:82%  wikipedia:9%  inference:9%
body                       11  0.00369  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:91%  wikipedia:9%
ideas                      11  0.00369  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
procedures                 10  0.00336  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:80%  onet_tasks:20%
specifications             10  0.00336  dwas                 dwas:50%  onet_dimensions:20%  inference:20%
operate                    10  0.00336  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:30%  onet_dimensions:30%  dwas:20%
processing                 10  0.00336  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:40%  dwas:40%  inference:20%
techniques                 10  0.00336  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
orientation                10  0.00336  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:90%  inference:10%
rules                       9  0.00302  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  onet_tasks:11%
problems                    9  0.00302  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
problem                     9  0.00302  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:78%  inference:22%
resources                   9  0.00302  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
quickly                     9  0.00302  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
sawing                      8  0.00269  inference            inference:62%  onet_tasks:38%
speed                       8  0.00269  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:75%  onet_tasks:12%  inference:12%
monitoring                  8  0.00269  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
needs                       8  0.00269  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
human                       8  0.00269  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  inference:12%
moving                      8  0.00269  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  inference:12%
events                      8  0.00269  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%