[Core] [103% incumbents] Inspect operating units, such as towers, soap-spray storage tanks, scrubbers, collectors, or driers to ensure that all are functioning and to maintain maximum efficiency.
  DWAs: Inspect production equipment.

[Core] [103% incumbents] Draw samples of products and conduct quality control tests to monitor processing and to ensure that standards are met.
  DWAs: Test chemical or physical characteristics of materials or products. | Collect samples of materials or products for testing.

[Core] [103% incumbents] Patrol work areas to ensure that solutions in tanks or troughs are not in danger of overflowing.
  DWAs: Monitor equipment fluid levels.

[Core] [103% incumbents] Turn valves to regulate flow of products or byproducts through agitator tanks, storage drums, or neutralizer tanks.
  DWAs: Adjust equipment controls to regulate flow of production materials or products.

[Core] [102% incumbents] Monitor recording instruments, flowmeters, panel lights, or other indicators and listen for warning signals to verify conformity of process conditions.
  DWAs: Monitor instruments to ensure proper production conditions.

[Core] [102% incumbents] Regulate or shut down equipment during emergency situations, as directed by supervisory personnel.
  DWAs: Operate chemical processing or water treatment systems or equipment.

[Core] [102% incumbents] Control or operate chemical processes or systems of machines, using panelboards, control boards, or semi-automatic equipment.
  DWAs: Operate chemical processing or water treatment systems or equipment.

[Core] [102% incumbents] Move control settings to make necessary adjustments on equipment units affecting speeds of chemical reactions, quality, or yields.
  DWAs: Operate chemical processing or water treatment systems or equipment.

[Core] [102% incumbents] Record operating data, such as process conditions, test results, or instrument readings.
  DWAs: Record operational or production data.

[Core] [102% incumbents] Confer with technical and supervisory personnel to report or resolve conditions affecting safety, efficiency, or product quality.
  DWAs: Confer with others to resolve production problems or equipment malfunctions.

[Core] [102% incumbents] Repair or replace damaged equipment.
  DWAs: Replace worn equipment components. | Repair production equipment or tools.

[Supplemental] [102% incumbents] Direct workers engaged in operating machinery that regulates the flow of materials and products.
  DWAs: Direct operational or production activities.

[Core] [101% incumbents] Notify maintenance, stationary engineering, or other auxiliary personnel to correct equipment malfunctions or to adjust power, steam, water, or air supplies.
  DWAs: Notify others of equipment repair or maintenance needs.

[Supplemental] [101% incumbents] Gauge tank levels, using calibrated rods.
  DWAs: Monitor equipment fluid levels.

[Supplemental] [101% incumbents] Supervise the cleaning of towers, strainers, or spray tips.
  DWAs: Direct operational or production activities.

[Supplemental] [101% incumbents] Defrost frozen valves, using steam hoses.
  DWAs: Repair production equipment or tools.

[Core] [100% incumbents] Interpret chemical reactions visible through sight glasses or on television monitors and review laboratory test reports for process adjustments.
  DWAs: Analyze test results.

[Core] [99% incumbents] Start pumps to wash and rinse reactor vessels, to exhaust gases or vapors, to regulate the flow of oil, steam, air, or perfume to towers, or to add products to converter or blending vessels.
  DWAs: Operate pumping systems or equipment.

[Supplemental] [99% incumbents] Calculate material requirements or yields according to formulas.
  DWAs: Estimate material requirements for production.

--- SKILLS ---
  Monitoring (imp:3.62 lvl:3.75) — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organization
  Critical Thinking (imp:3.50 lvl:3.75) — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternativ
  Active Listening (imp:3.38 lvl:3.75) — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand
  Reading Comprehension (imp:3.25 lvl:3.75) — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
  Active Learning (imp:3.25 lvl:3.00) — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future pr
  Speaking (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
  Writing (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audienc
  Science (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.
  Learning Strategies (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate fo
  Mathematics (imp:2.62 lvl:2.88) — Using mathematics to solve problems.

--- KNOWLEDGE ---
  Production and Processing (imp:3.70 lvl:2.94) — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and ot
  Chemistry (imp:3.69 lvl:4.31) — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances a
  Mechanical (imp:3.62 lvl:4.07) — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and main
  English Language (imp:3.51 lvl:3.28) — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the mea
  Public Safety and Security (imp:3.34 lvl:2.74) — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote
  Customer and Personal Service (imp:3.08 lvl:2.86) — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal servic
  Mathematics (imp:2.86 lvl:2.83) — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their appl
  Education and Training (imp:2.60 lvl:2.70) — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching
  Computers and Electronics (imp:2.54 lvl:2.53) — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and comput
  Physics (imp:2.31 lvl:2.30) — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships,
  Engineering and Technology (imp:2.30 lvl:1.89) — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Th
  Administration and Management (imp:2.18 lvl:2.03) — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, 
  Personnel and Human Resources (imp:2.13 lvl:1.95) — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, tra
  Administrative (imp:1.96 lvl:1.57) — Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word proce
  Transportation (imp:1.94 lvl:1.39) — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea
  Law and Government (imp:1.93 lvl:1.18) — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulat
  Design (imp:1.86 lvl:1.53) — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of 
  Sales and Marketing (imp:1.82 lvl:1.48) — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products
  Psychology (imp:1.82 lvl:1.12) — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, 
  Communications and Media (imp:1.65 lvl:0.97) — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and m
  Philosophy and Theology (imp:1.52 lvl:0.91) — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their 
  Biology (imp:1.51 lvl:0.91) — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interd
  Economics and Accounting (imp:1.46 lvl:0.52) — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial mar
  Building and Construction (imp:1.44 lvl:0.98) — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or r
  Medicine and Dentistry (imp:1.44 lvl:0.61) — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human i
  Sociology and Anthropology (imp:1.42 lvl:0.60) — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human 
  Telecommunications (imp:1.30 lvl:0.42) — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of te
  Geography (imp:1.19 lvl:0.25) — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, an
  Therapy and Counseling (imp:1.19 lvl:0.39) — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and r
  History and Archeology (imp:1.15) — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civi
  Food Production (imp:1.04) — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food
  Foreign Language (imp:1.04) — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language inclu
  Fine Arts (imp:1.01) — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform

--- ABILITIES ---
  Problem Sensitivity (imp:3.75 lvl:3.75) — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does no
  Selective Attention (imp:3.75 lvl:3.75) — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distrac
  Near Vision (imp:3.75 lvl:3.75) — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
  Oral Comprehension (imp:3.62 lvl:3.75) — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through 
  Oral Expression (imp:3.62 lvl:3.88) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will unde
  Deductive Reasoning (imp:3.62 lvl:3.75) — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that 
  Information Ordering (imp:3.50 lvl:3.62) — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according
  Perceptual Speed (imp:3.50 lvl:3.62) — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among
  Control Precision (imp:3.50 lvl:3.75) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehi
  Far Vision (imp:3.50 lvl:3.50) — The ability to see details at a distance.
  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
  Hearing Sensitivity (imp:3.38 lvl:2.75) — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch 
  Written Comprehension (imp:3.25 lvl:3.62) — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
  Reaction Time (imp:3.25 lvl:3.50) — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sou
  Auditory Attention (imp:3.25 lvl:3.38) — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distra
  Written Expression (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will under
  Inductive Reasoning (imp:3.12 lvl:3.62) — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusion
  Flexibility of Closure (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or so
  Manual Dexterity (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your
  Visual Color Discrimination (imp:3.12 lvl:2.75) — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of c
  Speech Recognition (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
  Speech Clarity (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
  Category Flexibility (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping
  Finger Dexterity (imp:3.00 lvl:3.12) — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or bot
  Number Facility (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
  Speed of Closure (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into mea
  Time Sharing (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of
  Multilimb Coordination (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or
  Rate Control (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in an
  Mathematical Reasoning (imp:2.75 lvl:2.62) — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a prob
  Visualization (imp:2.75 lvl:2.88) — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when 
  Wrist-Finger Speed (imp:2.75 lvl:2.25) — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and 
  Trunk Strength (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the 
  Memorization (imp:2.62 lvl:2.62) — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and proced
  Static Strength (imp:2.62 lvl:2.50) — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
  Extent Flexibility (imp:2.62 lvl:2.75) — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
  Gross Body Equilibrium (imp:2.50 lvl:2.25) — The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unsta
  Depth Perception (imp:2.50 lvl:2.12) — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you
  Fluency of Ideas (imp:2.38 lvl:2.12) — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas
  Response Orientation (imp:2.38 lvl:2.12) — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two o
  Stamina (imp:2.38 lvl:1.88) — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getti
  Originality (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situa
  Gross Body Coordination (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together wh
  Dynamic Strength (imp:2.00 lvl:2.12) — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This inv
  Glare Sensitivity (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — The ability to see objects in the presence of a glare or bright lighting.
  Speed of Limb Movement (imp:1.88 lvl:1.25) — The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
  Spatial Orientation (imp:1.62 lvl:1.12) — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know wher
  Explosive Strength (imp:1.50 lvl:1.00) — The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping
  Peripheral Vision (imp:1.50 lvl:0.75) — The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes ar
  Sound Localization (imp:1.50 lvl:1.00) — The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.
  Night Vision (imp:1.38 lvl:0.62) — The ability to see under low-light conditions.
  Dynamic Flexibility (imp:1.00) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with yo

--- WORK ACTIVITIES ---
  Getting Information (imp:4.62 lvl:4.57) — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sour
  Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (imp:4.55 lvl:4.59) — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment,
  Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (imp:4.36 lvl:4.01) — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or 
  Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:4.19 lvl:4.32) — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines 
  Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (imp:4.04 lvl:3.61) — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events o
  Training and Teaching Others (imp:4.04 lvl:3.35) — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or tr
  Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (imp:3.84 lvl:4.44) — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors o
  Making Decisions and Solving Problems (imp:3.83 lvl:3.19) — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and sol
  Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (imp:3.71 lvl:3.10) — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone,
  Working with Computers (imp:3.60 lvl:2.69) — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to progra
  Performing General Physical Activities (imp:3.58 lvl:4.06) — Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require co
  Documenting/Recording Information (imp:3.58 lvl:3.32) — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in writte
  Handling and Moving Objects (imp:3.52 lvl:4.47) — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials,
  Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (imp:3.17 lvl:1.94) — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
  Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (imp:3.15 lvl:3.92) — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
  Processing Information (imp:3.12 lvl:3.04) — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying
  Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (imp:3.09 lvl:3.58) — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, an
  Analyzing Data or Information (imp:3.08 lvl:3.02) — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by break
  Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (imp:2.99 lvl:2.63) — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
  Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (imp:2.98 lvl:2.66) — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resourc
  Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (imp:2.85 lvl:3.71) — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and m
  Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People (imp:2.46 lvl:2.10) — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
  Developing and Building Teams (imp:2.43 lvl:1.49) — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team membe
  Coaching and Developing Others (imp:2.43 lvl:1.94) — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherw
  Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (imp:2.39 lvl:1.89) — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, s
  Performing Administrative Activities (imp:2.38 lvl:1.68) — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files
  Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (imp:2.33 lvl:2.62) — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your
  Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (imp:2.28 lvl:1.50) — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance 
  Providing Consultation and Advice to Others (imp:2.28 lvl:1.89) — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical,
  Monitoring and Controlling Resources (imp:2.23 lvl:2.00) — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
  Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (imp:2.13 lvl:2.04) — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, 
  Assisting and Caring for Others (imp:1.88 lvl:1.41) — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other pe
  Scheduling Work and Activities (imp:1.87 lvl:1.52) — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
  Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (imp:1.87) — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines,
  Thinking Creatively (imp:1.73) — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, syste
  Developing Objectives and Strategies (imp:1.58) — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to 
  Selling or Influencing Others (imp:1.52) — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or
  Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (imp:1.44) — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to t
  Communicating with People Outside the Organization (imp:1.39) — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organizatio
  Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (imp:1.33) — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving
  Staffing Organizational Units (imp:1.33) — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organ

--- WORK STYLES ---
  Dependability (imp:6.00) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Attention to Detail (imp:5.00) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Integrity (imp:4.00) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Cautiousness (imp:3.00) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Cautiousness (imp:2.74) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Dependability (imp:2.65) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Attention to Detail (imp:2.57) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Stress Tolerance (imp:2.17) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Integrity (imp:2.13) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Self-Control (imp:2.06) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Self-Control (imp:2.00) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Perseverance (imp:1.83) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Achievement Orientation (imp:1.63) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Adaptability (imp:1.38) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Self-Confidence (imp:1.15) — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Cooperation (imp:1.03) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Stress Tolerance (imp:1.00) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Intellectual Curiosity (imp:0.84) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Initiative (imp:0.83) — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Sincerity (imp:0.49) — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Humility (imp:0.47) — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Tolerance for Ambiguity (imp:0.38) — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Optimism (imp:0.11) — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  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.
  Empathy (imp:-0.02) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Social Orientation (imp:-0.07) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Leadership Orientation (imp:-0.09) — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Innovation (imp:-0.24) — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 

--- TRANSFERABLE SKILLS ---
  Operations Monitoring (imp:4.12 lvl:4.50) — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working pr
  Operation and Control (imp:4.00 lvl:3.88) — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
  Quality Control Analysis (imp:3.62 lvl:3.50) — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate
  Complex Problem Solving (imp:3.25 lvl:3.12) — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and ev
  Judgment and Decision Making (imp:3.25 lvl:3.00) — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the m
  Time Management (imp:3.25 lvl:3.00) — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
  Coordination (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
  Troubleshooting (imp:2.88 lvl:2.62) — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
  Systems Evaluation (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed 
  Equipment Maintenance (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind o
  Repairing (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
  Management of Personnel Resources (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best 
  Social Perceptiveness (imp:2.62 lvl:2.62) — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
  Instructing (imp:2.62 lvl:2.62) — Teaching others how to do something.
  Systems Analysis (imp:2.62 lvl:2.50) — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, 
  Service Orientation (imp:2.50 lvl:2.12) — Actively looking for ways to help people.
  Persuasion (imp:2.38 lvl:2.12) — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
  Negotiation (imp:2.25 lvl:2.12) — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
  Operations Analysis (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
  Equipment Selection (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
  Management of Financial Resources (imp:1.88 lvl:1.12) — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for the
  Management of Material Resources (imp:1.88 lvl:1.38) — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materi
  Programming (imp:1.75 lvl:1.00) — Writing computer programs for various purposes.
  Technology Design (imp:1.00) — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
  Installation (imp:1.00) — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.

--- NATIONAL WAGES ---
  total_employment : 16,610
  annual_median    : $78,120
  annual_pct10     : $48,400
  annual_pct25     : $60,330
  annual_pct75     : $98,660
  annual_pct90     : $111,930
  annual_mean      : $79,970
  hourly_median    : $37.56

--- GEOGRAPHIC DISPERSION ---
  highest_state    : Florida ($128,830)
  lowest_state     : Tennessee ($45,830)
  dispersion_ratio : 2.811x

--- TOP STATES BY WAGE (35 total) ---
  Manufacturing                            emp:   14,510  median: $  80,420
  Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services emp:      820  median: $  75,560
  Wholesale Trade                          emp:      740  median: $  59,610
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:      290  median: $  49,610
  Utilities                                emp:       50  median: $ 105,110

--- TOP INDUSTRIES BY EMPLOYMENT (5 total) ---
  Manufacturing                            emp:   14,510  median: $  80,420
  Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services emp:      820  median: $  75,560
  Wholesale Trade                          emp:      740  median: $  59,610
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:      290  median: $  49,610
  Utilities                                emp:       50  median: $ 105,110

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--- SEMANTIC NEIGHBORS (5) ---

  Title: Chemical plant (similarity: 0.5714)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chemical_plant
  QID: Q905286
  Extract: A chemical plant is an industrial process plant that manufactures chemicals usually on a large scale. The general objective of a chemical plant is to create new material wealth via the chemical or biological transformation and or separation of materials. Chemical plants use specialized equipment, un

  Title: List of chemical process simulators (similarity: 0.5143)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_chemical_process_simulators
  QID: Q2017283
  Extract: This is a list of software used to simulate the material and energy balances of chemical process plants. Applications for this include design studies, engineering studies, design audits, debottlenecking studies, control system check-out, process simulation, dynamic simulation, operator training simu

  Title: Plant operator (similarity: 0.5714)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Plant_operator
  QID: Q7201527
  Extract: A plant operator is an employee who supervises the operation of an industrial plant. The term is usually applied to workers employed in utilities, wastewater treatment plants, power plants or chemical plants such as gas extraction facilities, petrochemical or oil refineries.

  Title: Process automation system (similarity: 0.4000)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Process_automation_system
  QID: Q4056293
  Extract: A process automation or automation system (PAS) is used to automatically control a process such as chemical, oil refineries, paper and pulp factories.
The PAS often uses a network to interconnect sensors, controllers, operator terminals and actuators.
A PAS is often based on open standards in contra

  Title: Huntsman (chemical plant) (similarity: 0.4667)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Huntsman_(chemical_plant)
  QID: Q5945798
  Extract: 
Huntsman Chemical Company of Australia Pty Ltd (HCCA) operated a complex chemical manufacturing plant in Somerville Rd Brooklyn in Melbourne. The site is 35 hectares in size and is located in the City of Brimbank. HCCA was partially owned by the Huntsman Corporation.

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 work activities, skills, and knowledge requirements. Clear differentiation from related equipment tender roles through system-level control responsibilities.
inferred_at          : 2026-06-04T02:11:31.969117+00:00
tokens_input         : 4,648
tokens_output        : 4,423
cost_usd             : $0.047982
wikipedia_used       : False
wikipedia_title      : None
wikipedia_note       : No exact Wikipedia match exists. The closest semantic neighbor 'Chemical plant' provides context about industrial chemical manufacturing facilities where these operators work.

--- PROSE FIELDS ---

ROLE SUMMARY:
Chemical Plant and System Operators control and monitor entire chemical production processes or systems of machines in manufacturing facilities. They ensure safe, efficient operation by monitoring instruments, adjusting controls, and maintaining quality standards throughout chemical processing operations. These operators serve as the critical human interface between complex automated systems and safe chemical production.

DAY IN THE LIFE:
Chemical Plant and System Operators begin shifts by inspecting operating units including towers, storage tanks, scrubbers, and driers to ensure proper functioning. They continuously monitor recording instruments, flowmeters, panel lights, and other indicators while listening for warning signals to verify operational conditions. Throughout their shift, they turn valves to regulate product flow through agitator tanks and storage drums, draw samples for quality control testing, and patrol work areas to prevent overflow situations. They record operational data including process conditions, test results, and instrument readings, while making control adjustments to maintain optimal speeds of chemical reactions and product quality. When emergencies arise, they regulate or shut down equipment as directed by supervisors and confer with technical personnel to resolve safety or efficiency issues.

WHO THRIVES:
Individuals who excel as Chemical Plant and System Operators demonstrate exceptional dependability and attention to detail, as these traits are critical for safe chemical processing operations. The role strongly favors realistic and conventional personality types who are comfortable with hands-on mechanical work and systematic monitoring procedures. Successful operators possess strong problem sensitivity and selective attention abilities, enabling them to detect subtle changes in equipment performance and process conditions. They thrive when working with concrete, observable systems rather than abstract concepts, and excel at following established procedures while remaining vigilant for potential safety hazards. The role requires individuals who can maintain sustained focus during long shifts while making quick, accurate decisions when process conditions change.

CAREER ENTRY:
Most Chemical Plant and System Operators enter the field with a high school diploma or equivalent, representing 61.5% of the workforce, while 36.3% hold bachelor's degrees reflecting the technical knowledge requirements. Entry-level positions typically provide extensive on-the-job training covering chemical processes, safety procedures, and equipment operation. Many employers prefer candidates with some background in chemistry, mathematics, or mechanical systems, though formal post-secondary education is not always required. New operators usually begin under close supervision, gradually gaining independence as they demonstrate competency in monitoring systems and following safety protocols.

CAREER TRAJECTORY:
Chemical Plant and System Operators can advance to supervisory roles overseeing multiple operators or entire production shifts within manufacturing facilities. Career progression often leads to positions as plant supervisors, production managers, or technical specialists focusing on process optimization and safety compliance. Some operators transition to related fields such as power plant operations, water treatment systems, or petroleum refining operations, leveraging their transferable monitoring and control skills. Advanced positions may require additional technical training or certification in specialized chemical processes or environmental regulations.

MARKET INTELLIGENCE:
Chemical Plant and System Operators earn a median annual wage of $78,120 according to BLS OEWS May 2025 data, with the range spanning from $48,400 to $111,930 reflecting experience and location differences. Employment totals 16,610 workers nationally, with significant geographic wage variation from Tennessee's $45,830 to Florida's $128,830 (2.81x ratio). The manufacturing sector employs 14,510 operators, representing 87% of total employment, with smaller concentrations in professional services and wholesale trade. Demand remains stable in established chemical manufacturing regions, though automation and process optimization continue to influence staffing levels. Geographic concentration aligns with major chemical production centers, particularly in states with significant petrochemical and specialty chemical industries.

AUTOMATION OUTLOOK:
Chemical Plant and System Operators face moderate automation pressure as advanced process control systems increasingly handle routine monitoring and adjustment tasks. However, the critical importance of human oversight for safety, emergency response, and quality control decisions provides significant protection against full automation. The role's emphasis on problem sensitivity, selective attention, and complex decision-making during non-routine situations ensures continued human involvement in chemical processing operations.

--- REASONED EDGES ---
  [task_similarity] Chemical Equipment Operators and Tenders (51-9011.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles involve monitoring chemical equipment and conducting quality control tests with overlapping operational responsibilities.
    data: Both monitor chemical processing equipment
    data: Quality control testing common to both roles
    data: Similar monitoring and control activities
  [skill_overlap] Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant and System Operators (51-8031.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both require operations monitoring skills and system control abilities with comparable importance and level ratings.
    data: Operations Monitoring skill overlap
    data: System control requirements
    data: Both classified as O*NET related occupations
  [riasec_cluster] Power Plant Operators (51-8013.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both roles exhibit strong Realistic and Conventional RIASEC patterns suited for systematic equipment operation and monitoring.
    data: Similar R and C RIASEC scores
    data: Equipment monitoring focus
    data: Process control orientation
  [career_pathway] Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers (51-8093.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Chemical plant operations provide transferable skills for petroleum processing with similar monitoring and control requirements.
    data: Related chemical processing knowledge
    data: Similar monitoring skills
    data: Transferable operations experience
  [knowledge_overlap] Separating, Filtering, Clarifying, Precipitating, and Still Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders (51-9012.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles require production and processing knowledge with chemistry knowledge for understanding separation and chemical processes.
    data: Production and Processing knowledge requirement
    data: Chemistry knowledge overlap
    data: Process equipment operation
  [transferable_skill] Stationary Engineers and Boiler Operators (51-8021.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Operations monitoring and quality control analysis skills transfer between chemical plant and stationary engineering roles.
    data: Operations monitoring transferability
    data: Equipment control skills
    data: Process monitoring capabilities

--- NORMALIZER SIGNALS ---
  match_keywords   : ['chemical plant operator', 'chemical process operator', 'chemical production operator', 'plant operator chemical', 'system operator chemical', 'chemical treatment operator', 'process control operator', 'chemical operations']
  exclude_keywords : ['equipment tender', 'machine setter', 'laboratory', 'research', 'development']
  title_patterns   : ['*chemical*operator*', '*plant*operator*', '*process*operator*', '*chemical*system*', '*chemical*production*']
  common_variations: ['chemical operator', 'plant operator', 'process operator', 'chemical system operator', 'chemical production operator', 'chemical treatment operator', 'chemical processing operator', 'chemical plant technician']

total_terms    : 40
top_words      : ['equipment', 'tendency', 'chemical', 'others', 'control', 'production', 'plant', 'principles', 'materials', 'operators', 'quality', 'monitoring', 'products', 'processing', 'includes', 'objects', 'standards', 'procedures', 'operations', 'ideas']
source_layers  : onet_tasks | onet_dimensions | dwas | wikipedia | inference

TERM                    COUNT     FREQ  DOMINANT SOURCE      SOURCE BREAKDOWN
──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────
equipment                  46  0.01592  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:50%  dwas:28%  onet_tasks:11%
tendency                   42  0.01453  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
chemical                   41  0.01419  inference            inference:49%  wikipedia:29%  dwas:10%
others                     40  0.01384  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:95%  dwas:5%
control                    25  0.00865  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:48%  inference:24%  onet_tasks:16%
production                 25  0.00865  dwas                 dwas:40%  onet_dimensions:32%  inference:20%
plant                      21  0.00727  inference            inference:48%  wikipedia:38%  onet_dimensions:14%
principles                 16  0.00554  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
materials                  15  0.00519  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:67%  dwas:20%  onet_tasks:7%
operators                  14  0.00484  inference            inference:100%
quality                    13  0.00450  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:46%  inference:31%  onet_tasks:23%
monitoring                 13  0.00450  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:62%  inference:38%
products                   12  0.00415  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:42%  onet_tasks:33%  dwas:25%
processing                 12  0.00415  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:33%  dwas:25%  inference:25%
includes                   12  0.00415  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
objects                    12  0.00415  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
standards                  11  0.00381  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:73%  onet_tasks:9%  wikipedia:9%
procedures                 11  0.00381  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:73%  inference:27%
operations                 11  0.00381  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:55%  inference:45%
ideas                      11  0.00381  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
activities                 11  0.00381  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:82%  dwas:18%
problems                   10  0.00346  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:90%  dwas:10%
techniques                 10  0.00346  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
human                      10  0.00346  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:70%  inference:30%
body                       10  0.00346  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
machines                    9  0.00311  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:78%  onet_tasks:11%  inference:11%
attention                   9  0.00311  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:67%  inference:33%
problem                     9  0.00311  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:78%  inference:22%
needs                       9  0.00311  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  dwas:11%
management                  9  0.00311  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:78%  wikipedia:22%
resources                   9  0.00311  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
treatment                   9  0.00311  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:33%  dwas:33%  wikipedia:22%
quickly                     9  0.00311  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
orientation                 9  0.00311  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
personnel                   8  0.00277  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:50%  onet_tasks:38%  inference:12%
operate                     8  0.00277  dwas                 dwas:50%  onet_dimensions:38%  onet_tasks:12%
technical                   8  0.00277  inference            inference:50%  onet_dimensions:38%  onet_tasks:12%
safety                      8  0.00277  inference            inference:75%  onet_tasks:12%  onet_dimensions:12%
performance                 8  0.00277  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  inference:12%
rules                       8  0.00277  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%