[Core] [49% incumbents] Observe operation of equipment to ensure continuity of flow, safety, and efficient operation, and to detect malfunctions.
  DWAs: Monitor equipment operation to ensure proper functioning.

[Core] [49% incumbents] Tend accessory equipment, such as pumps and conveyors, to move materials or ingredients through production processes.
  DWAs: Operate pumping systems or equipment.

[Core] [49% incumbents] Weigh or measure materials, ingredients, or products at specified intervals to ensure conformance to requirements.
  DWAs: Measure ingredients or substances to be used in production processes. | Weigh finished products. | Measure dimensions of completed products or workpieces to verify conformance to specifications.

[Core] [49% incumbents] Record data from operations, testing, and production on specified forms.
  DWAs: Record operational or production data.

[Core] [49% incumbents] Read work orders to determine production specifications and information.
  DWAs: Read work orders or other instructions to determine product specifications or materials requirements.

[Supplemental] [48% incumbents] Collect samples of materials or products for laboratory testing.
  DWAs: Collect samples of materials or products for testing.

[Core] [47% incumbents] Clean, adjust, and maintain equipment, using hand tools.
  DWAs: Clean production equipment. | Maintain production or processing equipment.

[Core] [47% incumbents] Move controls to start, stop, or adjust machinery and equipment that crushes, grinds, polishes, or blends materials.
  DWAs: Operate grinding equipment.

[Core] [47% incumbents] Inspect chains, belts, or scrolls for signs of wear.
  DWAs: Inspect production equipment.

[Core] [47% incumbents] Clean work areas.
  DWAs: Clean work areas.

[Core] [47% incumbents] Dislodge and clear jammed materials or other items from machinery and equipment, using hand tools.
  DWAs: Clear equipment jams.

[Supplemental] [47% incumbents] Turn valves to regulate the moisture contents of materials.
  DWAs: Adjust equipment controls to regulate flow of water, cleaning solutions, or other liquids.

[Core] [46% incumbents] Notify supervisors of needed repairs.
  DWAs: Notify others of equipment repair or maintenance needs.

[Core] [46% incumbents] Reject defective products and readjust equipment to eliminate problems.
  DWAs: Evaluate quality of materials or products.

[Core] [46% incumbents] Examine materials, ingredients, or products, visually or with hands, to ensure conformance to established standards.
  DWAs: Test chemical or physical characteristics of materials or products.

[Supplemental] [46% incumbents] Test samples of materials or products to ensure compliance with specifications, using test equipment.
  DWAs: Test chemical or physical characteristics of materials or products.

[Supplemental] [46% incumbents] Mark bins as to types of mixtures stored.
  DWAs: Mark products, workpieces, or equipment with identifying information.

[Supplemental] [46% incumbents] Transfer materials, supplies, and products between work areas, using moving equipment and hand tools.
  DWAs: Move products, materials, or equipment between work areas.

[Supplemental] [46% incumbents] Add or mix chemicals and ingredients for processing, using hand tools or other devices.
  DWAs: Mix substances to create chemical solutions.

[Supplemental] [46% incumbents] Load materials into machinery and equipment, using hand tools.
  DWAs: Load materials into production equipment.

[Supplemental] [45% incumbents] Set mill gauges to specified fineness of grind.
  DWAs: Operate grinding equipment.

--- SKILLS ---
  Monitoring (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organization
  Reading Comprehension (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
  Active Listening (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand
  Speaking (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
  Writing (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audienc
  Critical Thinking (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternativ
  Active Learning (imp:2.75 lvl:2.62) — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future pr
  Learning Strategies (imp:2.50 lvl:2.50) — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate fo
  Mathematics (imp:2.38 lvl:2.38) — Using mathematics to solve problems.
  Science (imp:1.88 lvl:1.50) — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.

--- KNOWLEDGE ---
  Administration and Management (imp:3.45 lvl:3.06) — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, 
  Production and Processing (imp:3.40 lvl:2.92) — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and ot
  English Language (imp:3.20 lvl:3.71) — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the mea
  Education and Training (imp:3.16 lvl:3.01) — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching
  Public Safety and Security (imp:3.03 lvl:3.74) — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote
  Mathematics (imp:2.97 lvl:3.29) — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their appl
  Mechanical (imp:2.92 lvl:3.29) — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and main
  Administrative (imp:2.65 lvl:2.83) — Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word proce
  Customer and Personal Service (imp:2.50 lvl:1.95) — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal servic
  Computers and Electronics (imp:2.50 lvl:2.40) — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and comput
  Personnel and Human Resources (imp:2.34 lvl:1.98) — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, tra
  Economics and Accounting (imp:2.33 lvl:2.34) — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial mar
  Food Production (imp:2.11) — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food
  Law and Government (imp:2.08 lvl:1.53) — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulat
  Sales and Marketing (imp:2.04) — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products
  Engineering and Technology (imp:2.04 lvl:1.70) — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Th
  Psychology (imp:1.99 lvl:1.91) — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, 
  Transportation (imp:1.95 lvl:1.09) — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea
  Building and Construction (imp:1.91 lvl:1.93) — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or r
  Physics (imp:1.80 lvl:1.77) — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships,
  Foreign Language (imp:1.78) — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language inclu
  Biology (imp:1.71) — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interd
  Chemistry (imp:1.68 lvl:1.20) — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances a
  Design (imp:1.57) — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of 
  Geography (imp:1.56) — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, an
  Sociology and Anthropology (imp:1.43) — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human 
  Telecommunications (imp:1.27 lvl:0.32) — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of te
  Communications and Media (imp:1.20) — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and m
  History and Archeology (imp:1.07) — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civi
  Philosophy and Theology (imp:1.07) — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their 
  Medicine and Dentistry (imp:1.02) — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human i
  Therapy and Counseling (imp:1.01) — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and r

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

--- WORK ACTIVITIES ---
  Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (imp:3.97 lvl:3.97) — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment,
  Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (imp:3.81 lvl:3.24) — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone,
  Getting Information (imp:3.77 lvl:2.72) — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sour
  Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:3.73 lvl:4.45) — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines 
  Handling and Moving Objects (imp:3.63 lvl:5.13) — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials,
  Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (imp:3.57 lvl:3.52) — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors o
  Documenting/Recording Information (imp:3.48 lvl:3.08) — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in writte
  Making Decisions and Solving Problems (imp:3.38 lvl:3.23) — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and sol
  Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (imp:3.36 lvl:3.62) — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or 
  Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (imp:3.36 lvl:2.46) — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events o
  Performing General Physical Activities (imp:3.24 lvl:4.15) — Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require co
  Processing Information (imp:3.18 lvl:2.69) — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying
  Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (imp:3.17 lvl:3.16) — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
  Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (imp:3.15 lvl:3.14) — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your
  Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (imp:3.10 lvl:3.83) — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and m
  Working with Computers (imp:3.02 lvl:2.33) — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to progra
  Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (imp:2.95 lvl:3.43) — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, s
  Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (imp:2.88 lvl:3.81) — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, an
  Training and Teaching Others (imp:2.87 lvl:2.40) — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or tr
  Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (imp:2.80 lvl:2.70) — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resourc
  Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (imp:2.80 lvl:2.76) — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
  Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (imp:2.70 lvl:2.77) — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
  Providing Consultation and Advice to Others (imp:2.64 lvl:2.14) — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical,
  Analyzing Data or Information (imp:2.62 lvl:2.06) — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by break
  Assisting and Caring for Others (imp:2.62 lvl:2.07) — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other pe
  Monitoring and Controlling Resources (imp:2.62 lvl:2.02) — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
  Developing and Building Teams (imp:2.61 lvl:2.08) — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team membe
  Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People (imp:2.60 lvl:2.72) — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
  Performing Administrative Activities (imp:2.57 lvl:2.08) — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files
  Scheduling Work and Activities (imp:2.48 lvl:2.54) — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
  Coaching and Developing Others (imp:2.48 lvl:2.22) — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherw
  Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (imp:2.22 lvl:2.63) — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines,
  Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (imp:2.13 lvl:2.00) — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, 
  Developing Objectives and Strategies (imp:2.09 lvl:1.48) — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to 
  Thinking Creatively (imp:2.06 lvl:2.17) — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, syste
  Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (imp:1.94) — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance 
  Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (imp:1.60) — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to t
  Communicating with People Outside the Organization (imp:1.50) — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organizatio
  Selling or Influencing Others (imp:1.50) — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or
  Staffing Organizational Units (imp:1.50) — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organ
  Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (imp:1.16) — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving

--- WORK STYLES ---
  Dependability (imp:3.00) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Dependability (imp:2.11) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Cautiousness (imp:2.06) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Attention to Detail (imp:2.02) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Attention to Detail (imp:2.00) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Stress Tolerance (imp:1.07) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Cautiousness (imp:1.00) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  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:0.62) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Self-Control (imp:0.55) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Cooperation (imp:0.30) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Self-Confidence (imp:0.29) — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Adaptability (imp:0.21) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Initiative (imp:0.19) — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Sincerity (imp:0.04) — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Innovation () — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Achievement Orientation () — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Intellectual Curiosity () — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Tolerance for Ambiguity () — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Initiative () — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Adaptability () — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Self-Confidence () — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Perseverance () — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Leadership Orientation () — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Humility () — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Sincerity () — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Empathy () — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Cooperation () — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Optimism () — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Social Orientation () — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Integrity () — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Stress Tolerance () — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Self-Control () — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Optimism (imp:-0.14) — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Intellectual Curiosity (imp:-0.16) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Empathy (imp:-0.21) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Humility (imp:-0.23) — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Social Orientation (imp:-0.30) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Leadership Orientation (imp:-0.50) — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Innovation (imp:-0.52) — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Tolerance for Ambiguity (imp:-0.63) — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.

--- TRANSFERABLE SKILLS ---
  Operations Monitoring (imp:3.88 lvl:4.00) — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working pr
  Operation and Control (imp:3.88 lvl:4.00) — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
  Quality Control Analysis (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate
  Coordination (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
  Judgment and Decision Making (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the m
  Time Management (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
  Instructing (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — Teaching others how to do something.
  Complex Problem Solving (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and ev
  Equipment Maintenance (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind o
  Troubleshooting (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
  Systems Analysis (imp:2.88 lvl:2.50) — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, 
  Social Perceptiveness (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
  Repairing (imp:2.75 lvl:3.00) — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
  Systems Evaluation (imp:2.62 lvl:2.50) — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed 
  Persuasion (imp:2.50 lvl:2.50) — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
  Service Orientation (imp:2.38 lvl:2.00) — Actively looking for ways to help people.
  Management of Personnel Resources (imp:2.38 lvl:2.50) — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best 
  Equipment Selection (imp:2.12 lvl:2.38) — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
  Negotiation (imp:2.00 lvl:1.62) — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
  Management of Material Resources (imp:1.88 lvl:1.75) — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materi
  Management of Financial Resources (imp:1.62 lvl:0.75) — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for the
  Operations Analysis (imp:1.25 lvl:0.25) — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
  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.
  Installation (imp:1.12 lvl:0.12) — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.

--- NATIONAL WAGES ---
  total_employment : 26,000
  annual_median    : $48,540
  annual_pct10     : $36,520
  annual_pct25     : $40,430
  annual_pct75     : $60,040
  annual_pct90     : $69,240
  annual_mean      : $51,380
  hourly_median    : $23.34

--- GEOGRAPHIC DISPERSION ---
  highest_state    : Wyoming ($71,300)
  lowest_state     : Puerto Rico ($23,340)
  dispersion_ratio : 3.055x

--- TOP STATES BY WAGE (48 total) ---
  Manufacturing                            emp:   17,300  median: $  47,880
  Mining, Quarrying, and Oil and Gas Extraction emp:    3,310  median: $  60,850
  Wholesale Trade                          emp:    2,220  median: $  43,140
  Construction                             emp:    1,080  median: $  48,890
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:      700  median: $  40,290
  Retail Trade                             emp:      410  median: $  45,770
  Other Services (except Public Administration) emp:      240  median: $  46,680
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:      210  median: $  61,530
  Utilities                                emp:      140  median: $  50,670
  Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting emp:      130  median: $  46,810

--- TOP INDUSTRIES BY EMPLOYMENT (12 total) ---
  Manufacturing                            emp:   17,300  median: $  47,880
  Mining, Quarrying, and Oil and Gas Extraction emp:    3,310  median: $  60,850
  Wholesale Trade                          emp:    2,220  median: $  43,140
  Construction                             emp:    1,080  median: $  48,890
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:      700  median: $  40,290
  Retail Trade                             emp:      410  median: $  45,770
  Other Services (except Public Administration) emp:      240  median: $  46,680
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:      210  median: $  61,530
  Utilities                                emp:      140  median: $  50,670
  Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting emp:      130  median: $  46,810

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wikidata_qid       : N/A
word_count         : 0
wikipedia_url      : N/A
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--- SEMANTIC NEIGHBORS (5) ---

  Title: Conway polyhedron notation (similarity: 0.3232)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Conway_polyhedron_notation
  QID: Q3890115
  Extract: In geometry and topology, Conway polyhedron notation, invented by John Horton Conway and promoted by George W. Hart, is used to describe polyhedra based on a seed polyhedron modified by various prefix operations.

  Title: Omnitruncated polyhedron (similarity: 0.2268)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Omnitruncated_polyhedron
  QID: Q7090411
  Extract: In geometry, an omnitruncated polyhedron is a truncated quasiregular polyhedron. When they are alternated, they produce the snub polyhedra.

  Title: Goniometer (similarity: 0.1687)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Goniometer
  QID: Q1126161
  Extract: A goniometer is an instrument that either measures an angle or allows an object to be rotated to a precise angular position. The term goniometry derives from two Greek words, γωνία (gōnía) 'angle' and μέτρον (métron) 'measure'. The protractor is a commonly used type in the fields of mechanics, engin

  Title: Drawknife (similarity: 0.1220)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Drawknife
  QID: Q228464
  Extract: A drawknife is a traditional woodworking hand tool used to shape wood by removing shavings. It consists of a blade with a handle at each end. The blade is much longer than it is deep. It is pulled or "drawn" toward the user.

  Title: Eurocopter EC225 Super Puma (similarity: 0.2000)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eurocopter_EC225_Super_Puma
  QID: Q219152
  Extract: The Airbus Helicopters H225 is a long-range passenger transport helicopter developed by Eurocopter as the next generation of the civilian Super Puma family. It is a twin-engined aircraft and can carry up to 24 passengers along with two crew and a cabin attendant, dependent on customer configuration.

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model_pass2          : claude-haiku-4-5-20251001
inference_confidence : medium
confidence_notes     : Confidence reduced due to lack of direct Wikipedia reference and reliance primarily on O*NET data. However, occupation details are well-documented in government sources with clear task descriptions and industry employment data.
inferred_at          : 2026-06-04T02:17:54.219535+00:00
tokens_input         : 4,803
tokens_output        : 4,510
cost_usd             : $0.047594
wikipedia_used       : False
wikipedia_title      : None
wikipedia_note       : No direct Wikipedia match found for this occupation. The semantic neighbors relate to geometric and mechanical tools rather than industrial processing equipment operation.

--- PROSE FIELDS ---

ROLE SUMMARY:
Crushing, Grinding, and Polishing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders set up, operate, and maintain machines that process raw materials like coal, glass, grain, stone, food, and rubber into specified sizes and finishes. These production workers monitor equipment operations, ensure safety compliance, and maintain product quality through precise measurement and testing. The role requires minimal formal education but demands strong attention to detail, manual dexterity, and mechanical aptitude.

DAY IN THE LIFE:
Workers begin their shifts by reading work orders to determine production specifications and checking equipment for proper operation. They set up machines by adjusting controls and feed rates, then monitor the crushing, grinding, or polishing processes continuously to ensure proper flow and detect malfunctions. Throughout the day, they weigh and measure materials at specified intervals, collect samples for laboratory testing, and record operational data on required forms. Regular maintenance tasks include cleaning equipment, inspecting belts and chains for wear, and adjusting machinery using hand tools. They also tend to accessory equipment like pumps and conveyors that move materials through the production process.

WHO THRIVES:
This role attracts individuals with strong realistic interests who enjoy working with machinery and physical materials rather than abstract concepts. Successful workers possess excellent manual dexterity, control precision, and arm-hand steadiness for operating equipment safely and accurately. They demonstrate high dependability and cautiousness, as equipment malfunctions or safety lapses can be costly and dangerous. The role suits detail-oriented people who can maintain focus during repetitive monitoring tasks while remaining alert to equipment changes. Workers need basic mathematical skills for measurements and the physical stamina to handle materials and maintain equipment throughout their shifts.

CAREER ENTRY:
Most positions require only a high school diploma or equivalent, with 61.7% of workers having this level of education and 19.4% having less formal schooling. Entry-level workers typically receive on-the-job training to learn specific equipment operation, safety procedures, and quality control methods. Some employers prefer candidates with mechanical aptitude or prior manufacturing experience, though this is not strictly required. The Job Zone 2 classification indicates that workers need very little to some preparation, making this an accessible entry point into manufacturing careers.

CAREER TRAJECTORY:
Experienced operators can advance to lead positions, training new workers and coordinating production schedules across multiple machines. Many progress to equipment maintenance technician roles or specialize in setup and calibration of complex machinery. Some workers transition to quality control inspector positions or move into production supervision, particularly those who develop strong administrative and communication skills. The transferable skills in operations monitoring and quality control analysis also open pathways to other manufacturing roles in food processing, mining, or chemical production.

MARKET INTELLIGENCE:
The occupation employs approximately 26,000 workers nationwide with a median annual wage of $48,540 according to BLS OEWS May 2025 data. Wages range from $36,520 at the 10th percentile to $69,240 at the 90th percentile, with significant geographic variation from Wyoming's high of $71,300 to Puerto Rico's low of $23,340. Manufacturing industries employ the majority of workers (17,300), followed by mining and oil extraction (3,310) and wholesale trade (2,220). The concentration in resource extraction and manufacturing suggests demand tied to industrial production cycles and commodity processing needs. Geographic wage premiums often reflect local mining activity and cost of living differences.

AUTOMATION OUTLOOK:
The role faces moderate automation pressure as monitoring processes and materials represents the top work activity, which can be enhanced by sensors and automated quality control systems. However, the high importance of handling and moving objects, combined with the need for judgment in equipment maintenance and problem-solving, provides some protection from full automation. Advanced crushing and grinding systems increasingly incorporate automated controls, but human oversight remains critical for safety, quality assessment, and equipment maintenance in diverse material processing environments.

--- REASONED EDGES ---
  [task_similarity] Grinding and Polishing Workers, Hand (51-9022.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles involve grinding and polishing operations with shared knowledge in production processing and mechanical systems.
    data: Shared grinding/polishing activities
    data: Production and Processing knowledge overlap
    data: Mechanical knowledge requirement
  [skill_overlap] Grinding, Lapping, Polishing, and Buffing Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic (51-4033.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles require operations monitoring, operation and control skills, and quality control analysis for machine operation.
    data: Operations Monitoring transferable skill
    data: Operation and Control skill
    data: Machine operation focus
  [riasec_cluster] Mixing and Blending Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders (51-9023.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both occupations share realistic dominant profiles with conventional secondary interests, indicating similar work preferences.
    data: Realistic primary RIASEC code
    data: Conventional secondary interest
    data: Machine operation environment
  [job_zone] Machine Feeders and Offbearers (53-7063.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both are Job Zone 2 occupations requiring minimal preparation and involving material handling in manufacturing settings.
    data: Job Zone 2 classification
    data: Material handling activities
    data: Manufacturing environment
  [knowledge_overlap] Extruding, Forming, Pressing, and Compacting Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders (51-9041.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both roles share critical knowledge in production and processing, mechanical systems, and administration and management.
    data: Production and Processing knowledge
    data: Mechanical knowledge
    data: Administration and Management knowledge

--- NORMALIZER SIGNALS ---
  match_keywords   : ['crushing machine operator', 'grinding machine tender', 'polishing equipment setter', 'material processing operator', 'grain crusher operator', 'stone grinding operator', 'coal processing operator', 'rubber grinding tender']
  exclude_keywords : ['hand polishing', 'manual grinding', 'tool grinding', 'metalworking', 'woodworking']
  title_patterns   : ['*crushing*operator', '*grinding*tender', '*polishing*setter', '*machine*operator*crushing', '*grind*machine*']
  common_variations: ['crusher operator', 'grinder tender', 'polishing machine operator', 'material crusher', 'grinding equipment operator', 'stone crusher operator', 'coal grinder operator', 'aggregate processing operator']

total_terms    : 40
top_words      : ['equipment', 'tendency', 'others', 'materials', 'production', 'products', 'control', 'principles', 'hand', 'quality', 'objects', 'tools', 'includes', 'monitoring', 'ideas', 'operations', 'problems', 'processing', 'needs', 'machines']
source_layers  : onet_tasks | onet_dimensions | dwas | wikipedia | inference

TERM                    COUNT     FREQ  DOMINANT SOURCE      SOURCE BREAKDOWN
──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────
equipment                  58  0.02131  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:40%  dwas:22%  inference:22%
tendency                   42  0.01543  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
others                     39  0.01433  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:97%  dwas:3%
materials                  33  0.01212  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:30%  onet_dimensions:30%  dwas:21%
production                 24  0.00882  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:33%  inference:29%  dwas:25%
products                   19  0.00698  dwas                 dwas:42%  onet_tasks:32%  onet_dimensions:26%
control                    17  0.00624  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:71%  inference:29%
principles                 16  0.00588  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
hand                       15  0.00551  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:47%  onet_tasks:33%  inference:13%
quality                    13  0.00478  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:46%  inference:46%  dwas:8%
objects                    13  0.00478  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:92%  inference:8%
tools                      12  0.00441  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:42%  onet_dimensions:42%  inference:17%
includes                   12  0.00441  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
monitoring                 11  0.00404  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:73%  inference:27%
ideas                      11  0.00404  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
operations                 10  0.00367  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:60%  inference:20%  onet_tasks:10%
problems                   10  0.00367  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:90%  onet_tasks:10%
processing                 10  0.00367  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:40%  inference:40%  onet_tasks:10%
needs                      10  0.00367  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:80%  dwas:10%  inference:10%
machines                   10  0.00367  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:70%  inference:30%
physical                   10  0.00367  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:60%  dwas:20%  inference:20%
body                       10  0.00367  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
standards                   9  0.00331  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  onet_tasks:11%
moving                      9  0.00331  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:78%  onet_tasks:11%  inference:11%
procedures                  9  0.00331  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  inference:11%
resources                   9  0.00331  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
techniques                  9  0.00331  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
maintenance                 9  0.00331  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:44%  inference:44%  dwas:11%
quickly                     9  0.00331  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
activities                  9  0.00331  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
orientation                 9  0.00331  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
identifying                 9  0.00331  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  dwas:11%
operation                   8  0.00294  inference            inference:38%  onet_tasks:25%  onet_dimensions:25%
needed                      8  0.00294  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  onet_tasks:12%
problem                     8  0.00294  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  inference:12%
rules                       8  0.00294  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
human                       8  0.00294  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  inference:12%
mechanical                  8  0.00294  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:62%  inference:38%
events                      8  0.00294  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
performing                  8  0.00294  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%