[Core] [53% incumbents] Verify quality of finished workpieces by inspecting them, comparing them to templates, measuring their dimensions, or testing them in working machinery.
  DWAs: Compare physical characteristics of materials or products to specifications or standards. | Measure dimensions of completed products or workpieces to verify conformance to specifications.

[Core] [53% incumbents] Grind, sand, clean, or polish objects or parts to correct defects or to prepare surfaces for further finishing, using hand tools and power tools.
  DWAs: Clean workpieces or finished products. | Polish materials, workpieces, or finished products. | Smooth metal surfaces or edges.

[Core] [53% incumbents] Measure and mark equipment, objects, or parts to ensure grinding and polishing standards are met.
  DWAs: Measure materials to mark reference points, cutting lines, or other indicators.

[Core] [53% incumbents] Trim, scrape, or deburr objects or parts, using chisels, scrapers, and other hand tools and equipment.
  DWAs: Trim excess material from workpieces.

[Core] [53% incumbents] Mark defects, such as knotholes, cracks, and splits, for repair.
  DWAs: Mark products, workpieces, or equipment with identifying information.

[Core] [53% incumbents] Study blueprints or layouts to determine how to lay out workpieces or saw out templates.
  DWAs: Review blueprints or other instructions to determine operational methods or sequences.

[Core] [53% incumbents] Move controls to adjust, start, or stop equipment during grinding and polishing processes.
  DWAs: Operate grinding equipment.

[Core] [53% incumbents] Transfer equipment, objects, or parts to specified work areas, using moving devices.
  DWAs: Move products, materials, or equipment between work areas.

[Supplemental] [53% incumbents] Remove completed workpieces from equipment or work tables, using hand tools, and place workpieces in containers.
  DWAs: Remove products or workpieces from production equipment.

[Supplemental] [53% incumbents] Record product and processing data on specified forms.
  DWAs: Record operational or production data.

[Core] [52% incumbents] Load and adjust workpieces onto equipment or work tables, using hand tools.
  DWAs: Load materials into production equipment. | Mount materials or workpieces onto production equipment.

[Core] [52% incumbents] Repair and maintain equipment, objects, or parts, using hand tools.
  DWAs: Repair production equipment or tools. | Maintain production or processing equipment.

[Core] [52% incumbents] Select files or other abrasives, according to materials, sizes and shapes of workpieces, amount of stock to be removed, finishes specified, and steps in finishing processes.
  DWAs: Select production equipment according to product specifications.

[Core] [52% incumbents] File grooved, contoured, and irregular surfaces of metal objects, such as metalworking dies and machine parts, to conform to templates, other parts, layouts, or blueprint specifications.
  DWAs: Reshape metal workpieces to established specifications.

[Supplemental] [52% incumbents] Clean brass particles from files by drawing file cards through file grooves.
  DWAs: Clean production equipment.

[Supplemental] [51% incumbents] Apply solutions and chemicals to equipment, objects, or parts, using hand tools.
  DWAs: Apply solutions to production equipment.

[Core] [50% incumbents] Sharpen abrasive grinding tools, using machines and hand tools.
  DWAs: Sharpen cutting or grinding tools.

--- SKILLS ---
  Active Listening (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand
  Speaking (imp:2.88 lvl:2.38) — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
  Critical Thinking (imp:2.88 lvl:2.62) — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternativ
  Reading Comprehension (imp:2.75 lvl:2.62) — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
  Monitoring (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organization
  Writing (imp:2.38 lvl:2.25) — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audienc
  Active Learning (imp:2.38 lvl:2.25) — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future pr
  Mathematics (imp:2.12 lvl:1.75) — Using mathematics to solve problems.
  Learning Strategies (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate fo
  Science (imp:1.12 lvl:0.25) — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.

--- KNOWLEDGE ---
  Production and Processing (imp:3.65 lvl:3.67) — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and ot
  Mechanical (imp:3.63 lvl:4.12) — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and main
  English Language (imp:3.13 lvl:2.58) — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the mea
  Mathematics (imp:2.76 lvl:2.35) — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their appl
  Education and Training (imp:2.66 lvl:2.28) — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching
  Customer and Personal Service (imp:2.63 lvl:2.41) — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal servic
  Engineering and Technology (imp:2.49) — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Th
  Administration and Management (imp:2.43 lvl:1.85) — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, 
  Public Safety and Security (imp:2.31 lvl:1.53) — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote
  Computers and Electronics (imp:2.30) — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and comput
  Design (imp:2.29) — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of 
  Administrative (imp:2.06) — Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word proce
  Personnel and Human Resources (imp:1.97 lvl:1.11) — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, tra
  Transportation (imp:1.92) — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea
  Building and Construction (imp:1.87 lvl:1.54) — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or r
  Psychology (imp:1.74) — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, 
  Telecommunications (imp:1.72) — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of te
  Sales and Marketing (imp:1.71) — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products
  Chemistry (imp:1.59) — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances a
  Economics and Accounting (imp:1.56) — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial mar
  Physics (imp:1.56) — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships,
  Food Production (imp:1.52) — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food
  Fine Arts (imp:1.49) — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform
  Law and Government (imp:1.45) — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulat
  Communications and Media (imp:1.38 lvl:0.73) — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and m
  Philosophy and Theology (imp:1.25) — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their 
  Therapy and Counseling (imp:1.14) — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and r
  History and Archeology (imp:1.13) — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civi
  Biology (imp:1.02) — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interd
  Medicine and Dentistry (imp:1.02) — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human i
  Sociology and Anthropology (imp:1.01) — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human 
  Geography (imp:1.01) — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, an
  Foreign Language (imp:1.01) — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language inclu

--- ABILITIES ---
  Arm-Hand Steadiness (imp:4.00 lvl:3.75) — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while hold
  Finger Dexterity (imp:3.75 lvl:3.50) — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or bot
  Control Precision (imp:3.75 lvl:3.50) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehi
  Near Vision (imp:3.75 lvl:3.75) — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
  Manual Dexterity (imp:3.62 lvl:3.38) — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your
  Multilimb Coordination (imp:3.25 lvl:3.12) — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or
  Oral Comprehension (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through 
  Problem Sensitivity (imp:3.12 lvl:2.88) — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does no
  Information Ordering (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according
  Selective Attention (imp:3.12 lvl:2.88) — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distrac
  Speech Recognition (imp:3.12 lvl:2.75) — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
  Speech Clarity (imp:3.12 lvl:2.75) — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
  Oral Expression (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will unde
  Category Flexibility (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping
  Flexibility of Closure (imp:3.00 lvl:2.75) — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or so
  Perceptual Speed (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among
  Visualization (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when 
  Rate Control (imp:3.00 lvl:2.75) — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in an
  Trunk Strength (imp:3.00 lvl:2.62) — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the 
  Visual Color Discrimination (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of c
  Deductive Reasoning (imp:2.88 lvl:2.62) — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that 
  Reaction Time (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sou
  Static Strength (imp:2.88 lvl:2.62) — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
  Extent Flexibility (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
  Auditory Attention (imp:2.88 lvl:2.62) — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distra
  Written Comprehension (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
  Fluency of Ideas (imp:2.75 lvl:2.12) — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas
  Originality (imp:2.75 lvl:2.00) — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situa
  Response Orientation (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two o
  Wrist-Finger Speed (imp:2.75 lvl:2.25) — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and 
  Far Vision (imp:2.75 lvl:2.88) — The ability to see details at a distance.
  Hearing Sensitivity (imp:2.75 lvl:2.38) — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch 
  Inductive Reasoning (imp:2.62 lvl:2.62) — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusion
  Depth Perception (imp:2.62 lvl:2.25) — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you
  Written Expression (imp:2.50 lvl:2.50) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will under
  Time Sharing (imp:2.50 lvl:2.50) — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of
  Dynamic Strength (imp:2.25 lvl:2.25) — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This inv
  Speed of Closure (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into mea
  Gross Body Equilibrium (imp:2.12 lvl:1.75) — The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unsta
  Mathematical Reasoning (imp:2.00 lvl:1.25) — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a prob
  Number Facility (imp:2.00 lvl:1.62) — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
  Memorization (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and proced
  Spatial Orientation (imp:2.00 lvl:1.25) — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know wher
  Explosive Strength (imp:2.00 lvl:1.25) — The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping
  Stamina (imp:2.00 lvl:1.62) — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getti
  Gross Body Coordination (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together wh
  Night Vision (imp:2.00 lvl:1.12) — The ability to see under low-light conditions.
  Peripheral Vision (imp:2.00 lvl:1.25) — The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes ar
  Glare Sensitivity (imp:2.00 lvl:1.38) — The ability to see objects in the presence of a glare or bright lighting.
  Sound Localization (imp:2.00 lvl:1.38) — The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.
  Speed of Limb Movement (imp:1.75 lvl:1.12) — The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
  Dynamic Flexibility (imp:1.00) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with yo

--- WORK ACTIVITIES ---
  Performing General Physical Activities (imp:4.90 lvl:6.15) — Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require co
  Handling and Moving Objects (imp:4.88 lvl:6.81) — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials,
  Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:4.87 lvl:6.77) — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines 
  Making Decisions and Solving Problems (imp:4.80 lvl:5.72) — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and sol
  Thinking Creatively (imp:4.80 lvl:6.61) — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, syste
  Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (imp:4.63 lvl:5.52) — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors o
  Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (imp:4.54 lvl:5.44) — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment,
  Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (imp:4.46 lvl:5.92) — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, an
  Getting Information (imp:4.29 lvl:1.77) — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sour
  Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (imp:4.24 lvl:5.15) — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone,
  Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (imp:4.22 lvl:6.05) — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
  Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (imp:4.22 lvl:5.03) — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, s
  Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (imp:4.19 lvl:5.43) — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and m
  Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (imp:4.17 lvl:5.71) — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your
  Providing Consultation and Advice to Others (imp:4.12 lvl:5.51) — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical,
  Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (imp:3.97 lvl:3.28) — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or 
  Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (imp:3.97 lvl:4.87) — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events o
  Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (imp:3.91 lvl:5.12) — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resourc
  Processing Information (imp:3.91 lvl:5.11) — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying
  Developing Objectives and Strategies (imp:3.89 lvl:5.07) — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to 
  Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (imp:3.87 lvl:4.76) — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
  Coaching and Developing Others (imp:3.85 lvl:4.96) — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherw
  Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People (imp:3.60 lvl:4.53) — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
  Scheduling Work and Activities (imp:3.60 lvl:4.49) — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
  Training and Teaching Others (imp:3.59 lvl:5.07) — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or tr
  Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (imp:3.57 lvl:3.80) — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to t
  Monitoring and Controlling Resources (imp:3.52 lvl:4.05) — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
  Analyzing Data or Information (imp:3.29 lvl:3.88) — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by break
  Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (imp:3.29 lvl:4.18) — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, 
  Assisting and Caring for Others (imp:3.28 lvl:4.13) — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other pe
  Working with Computers (imp:3.22 lvl:3.75) — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to progra
  Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (imp:3.00 lvl:3.86) — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
  Documenting/Recording Information (imp:2.68 lvl:3.23) — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in writte
  Communicating with People Outside the Organization (imp:2.60 lvl:2.56) — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organizatio
  Developing and Building Teams (imp:2.36 lvl:2.30) — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team membe
  Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (imp:2.35 lvl:2.87) — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance 
  Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (imp:2.34 lvl:2.60) — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines,
  Selling or Influencing Others (imp:2.33 lvl:2.21) — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or
  Performing Administrative Activities (imp:2.30 lvl:2.23) — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files
  Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (imp:2.02 lvl:1.67) — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving
  Staffing Organizational Units (imp:2.02 lvl:1.61) — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organ

--- WORK STYLES ---
  Attention to Detail (imp:2.41) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Dependability (imp:2.01) — 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:1.44) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Attention to Detail (imp:1.00) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Perseverance (imp:0.88) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Achievement Orientation (imp:0.73) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Integrity (imp:0.68) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Stress Tolerance (imp:0.48) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Self-Control (imp:0.48) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Self-Confidence (imp:0.39) — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Cooperation (imp:0.10) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Initiative (imp:0.03) — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Sincerity (imp:0.03) — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Adaptability (imp:0.01) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  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:-0.10) — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Intellectual Curiosity (imp:-0.21) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Empathy (imp:-0.23) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Humility (imp:-0.28) — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Social Orientation (imp:-0.39) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Innovation (imp:-0.54) — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Tolerance for Ambiguity (imp:-0.55) — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Leadership Orientation (imp:-0.58) — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.

--- TRANSFERABLE SKILLS ---
  Quality Control Analysis (imp:3.38 lvl:3.00) — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate
  Operations Monitoring (imp:3.25 lvl:3.25) — 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.
  Equipment Maintenance (imp:3.12 lvl:2.88) — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind o
  Repairing (imp:3.00 lvl:2.75) — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
  Troubleshooting (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
  Complex Problem Solving (imp:2.75 lvl:2.50) — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and ev
  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:2.50) — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
  Social Perceptiveness (imp:2.62 lvl:2.25) — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
  Coordination (imp:2.62 lvl:2.38) — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
  Equipment Selection (imp:2.62 lvl:2.12) — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
  Persuasion (imp:2.25 lvl:2.25) — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
  Instructing (imp:2.25 lvl:2.12) — Teaching others how to do something.
  Service Orientation (imp:2.25 lvl:2.12) — Actively looking for ways to help people.
  Systems Analysis (imp:2.25 lvl:2.00) — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, 
  Negotiation (imp:2.12 lvl:1.88) — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
  Systems Evaluation (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed 
  Management of Personnel Resources (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best 
  Technology Design (imp:1.88 lvl:1.00) — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
  Management of Material Resources (imp:1.88 lvl:1.12) — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materi
  Management of Financial Resources (imp:1.75 lvl:1.00) — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for the
  Operations Analysis (imp:1.62 lvl:0.75) — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
  Programming (imp:1.25 lvl:0.25) — Writing computer programs for various purposes.
  Installation (imp:1.00) — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.

--- NATIONAL WAGES ---
  total_employment : 10,510
  annual_median    : $42,660
  annual_pct10     : $33,480
  annual_pct25     : $37,450
  annual_pct75     : $49,980
  annual_pct90     : $60,810
  annual_mean      : $45,020
  hourly_median    : $20.51

--- GEOGRAPHIC DISPERSION ---
  highest_state    : Vermont ($56,850)
  lowest_state     : New Mexico ($28,640)
  dispersion_ratio : 1.985x

--- TOP STATES BY WAGE (40 total) ---
  Manufacturing                            emp:    8,620  median: $  43,670
  Other Services (except Public Administration) emp:      510  median: $  49,040
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:      360  median: $  37,440
  Construction                             emp:      200  median: $  47,450

--- TOP INDUSTRIES BY EMPLOYMENT (4 total) ---
  Manufacturing                            emp:    8,620  median: $  43,670
  Other Services (except Public Administration) emp:      510  median: $  49,040
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:      360  median: $  37,440
  Construction                             emp:      200  median: $  47,450

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--- SEMANTIC NEIGHBORS (5) ---

  Title: Diamond tool (similarity: 0.3333)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Diamond_tool
  QID: Q3297076
  Extract: A diamond tool is a cutting tool with diamond grains fixed on the functional parts of the tool via a bonding material or another method. As diamond is a superhard material, diamond tools have many advantages as compared with tools made with common abrasives such as corundum and silicon carbide.

  Title: Scissor grinder (similarity: 0.2745)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Scissor_grinder
  QID: Q4990607
  Extract: A scissor grinder, sometimes also scissor and knife grinder or knife and scissor grinder, for short also knife grinder, is a craftsman who sharpens and repairs blunt knives, scissors and other cutting tools. It is an apprenticeship profession that nevertheless requires much experience.

  Title: Angle grinder (similarity: 0.2857)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Angle_grinder
  QID: Q827274
  Extract: An angle grinder, also known as a side grinder or disc grinder, is a handheld power tool used for grinding, polishing, sanding, and similar applications. Its use is especially prevalent in metalwork.

  Title: Terrazzo (similarity: 0.1364)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Terrazzo
  QID: Q1334655
  Extract: Terrazzo is a composite material, poured in place or precast, which is used for floor and wall treatments. It consists of chips of marble, quartz, granite, glass, or other suitable material, poured with a cementitious binder, polymeric, or a combination of both. Metal strips often divide sections, o

  Title: Rotary tool (similarity: 0.1702)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rotary_tool
  QID: Q7370281
  Extract: A die grinder or rotary tool is a handheld power tool and multitool used for grinding, sanding, honing, polishing, or machining material. All such tools are conceptually similar, with no bright dividing line between die grinders and rotary tools, although the die grinder name tends to be used for pn

model_pass1          : claude-sonnet-4-20250514
model_pass2          : claude-haiku-4-5-20251001
inference_confidence : high
confidence_notes     : Strong O*NET data with detailed work activities, clear skill requirements, and comprehensive wage data. Limited by lack of direct Wikipedia match but occupation is well-defined through detailed task descriptions and related occupations.
inferred_at          : 2026-06-04T02:18:56.534804+00:00
tokens_input         : 4,896
tokens_output        : 4,506
cost_usd             : $0.050237
wikipedia_used       : False
wikipedia_title      : None
wikipedia_note       : No exact Wikipedia match found, with the closest semantic match being 'Diamond tool' at 0.333 similarity. The available matches focus on specific tools rather than the occupation itself.

--- PROSE FIELDS ---

ROLE SUMMARY:
Grinding and Polishing Workers, Hand use manual tools and hand-held power equipment to grind, sand, and polish metal, wood, stone, clay, plastic, or glass objects to achieve specified finishes and quality standards. They perform detailed finishing work requiring precise hand-eye coordination and attention to quality control across diverse manufacturing and repair operations. This skilled manual role combines technical knowledge of materials and processes with the physical dexterity needed to achieve consistent, high-quality surface finishes.

DAY IN THE LIFE:
Workers begin by studying blueprints or work orders to understand finishing specifications, then select appropriate hand tools or hand-held power tools for the material and desired finish. They carefully measure and mark workpieces to ensure grinding and polishing standards are met, then systematically grind, sand, clean, or polish surfaces to correct defects or prepare them for further finishing. Throughout the process, they verify quality by inspecting finished pieces, comparing them to templates, and measuring dimensions to ensure conformance to specifications. They trim, scrape, or deburr objects using chisels and scrapers, mark any defects for repair, and record production data on specified forms. The work requires constant attention to detail as they move controls to adjust equipment during processes and transfer completed workpieces using proper handling techniques.

WHO THRIVES:
This role suits individuals with strong realistic interests who enjoy hands-on work with tools and materials, combined with conventional tendencies for following detailed procedures and quality standards. Success requires exceptional arm-hand steadiness and finger dexterity, as the work demands precise control and fine motor skills for achieving consistent finishes. Workers must have keen near vision and problem sensitivity to detect defects and quality issues, along with the patience and attention to detail needed for meticulous finishing work. Those who thrive typically enjoy working independently on tangible projects, take pride in craftsmanship, and can maintain focus during repetitive but precision-demanding tasks. Physical stamina and the ability to work safely with tools and potentially hazardous materials are essential.

CAREER ENTRY:
Most positions require a high school diploma or equivalent (37.3% of workers), though some workers enter with less formal education (26.7%) and learn through on-the-job training. Post-secondary certificates in manufacturing, trades, or precision production provide an advantage (24.0% of workers) and may lead to faster advancement. Entry-level workers typically begin with simpler grinding and polishing tasks under supervision, gradually developing skills with different materials and more complex finishing techniques.

CAREER TRAJECTORY:
Experienced workers can advance to machine operator positions, such as Grinding, Lapping, Polishing, and Buffing Machine Tool Setters, or specialize in areas like Tool Grinders, Filers, and Sharpeners. With additional training, some progress to Tool and Die Makers or other skilled machining roles that offer higher wages and greater technical responsibility. Career growth often involves developing expertise with specific materials or advanced finishing techniques that command premium wages.

MARKET INTELLIGENCE:
The occupation employs 10,510 workers nationally with a median annual wage of $42,660 according to BLS OEWS May 2025, ranging from $33,480 to $60,810 for the middle 80% of earners. Geographic wage variation is moderate, with Vermont offering the highest wages at $56,850 compared to New Mexico's $28,640, representing a 1.99x ratio. Manufacturing accounts for 82% of employment (8,620 workers), with smaller numbers in other services and administrative support sectors. The concentration in manufacturing suggests stable but potentially cyclical demand tied to industrial production cycles.

AUTOMATION OUTLOOK:
While automated grinding and polishing machines handle high-volume production work, hand finishing remains essential for custom work, repairs, and applications requiring human judgment about surface quality and defect correction. The high importance of creative thinking (4.8) and decision-making (4.8) in the work activities suggests this role will persist where human expertise in assessing quality and adapting techniques to unique situations provides value that automated systems cannot replicate.

--- REASONED EDGES ---
  [career_pathway] Crushing, Grinding, and Polishing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders (51-9021.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Natural progression from hand tools to machine operation with shared knowledge of grinding and polishing processes.
    data: Production and Processing knowledge (3.6)
    data: Controlling Machines and Processes activity (4.9)
    data: Related occupation designation
  [skill_overlap] Grinding, Lapping, Polishing, and Buffing Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic (51-4033.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Shared specialized grinding and polishing knowledge with overlapping material processing expertise.
    data: Production and Processing knowledge (3.6)
    data: Quality Control Analysis skill (3.4)
    data: Primary-Short related occupation
  [task_similarity] Tool Grinders, Filers, and Sharpeners (51-4194.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles involve precision hand grinding and finishing work with similar tool requirements and quality standards.
    data: Arm-Hand Steadiness ability (4.0)
    data: Control Precision ability (3.8)
    data: Primary-Short related occupation
  [riasec_cluster] Woodworking Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Except Sawing (51-7042.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Shared Realistic orientation (7.00) with hands-on manufacturing work using similar manual dexterity and mechanical knowledge.
    data: RIASEC R:7.00
    data: Manual Dexterity ability (3.6)
    data: Primary-Short related occupation
  [career_pathway] Tool and Die Makers (51-4111.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Advanced career path requiring similar mechanical knowledge and precision skills but at higher skill level.
    data: Mechanical knowledge (3.6, 4.1 level)
    data: Job Zone 2 vs higher zones
    data: Primary-Long related occupation
  [knowledge_overlap] Cutting and Slicing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders (51-9032.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Shared Production and Processing knowledge and similar equipment operation requirements in manufacturing.
    data: Production and Processing knowledge (3.6)
    data: Operations Monitoring skill (3.2)
    data: Primary-Short related occupation

--- NORMALIZER SIGNALS ---
  match_keywords   : ['grinding worker', 'polishing worker', 'hand grinder', 'hand polisher', 'buffer', 'finisher', 'deburr', 'chipper']
  exclude_keywords : ['machine operator', 'automated', 'cnc', 'programmer', 'supervisor']
  title_patterns   : ['hand grinder', 'hand polisher', 'grinding worker', 'polishing worker', 'buffer']
  common_variations: ['hand grinding worker', 'hand polishing worker', 'grinding finisher', 'polishing finisher', 'hand buffer', 'manual grinder', 'manual polisher', 'hand finishing worker']

total_terms    : 40
top_words      : ['equipment', 'tendency', 'others', 'tools', 'materials', 'objects', 'hand', 'production', 'workpieces', 'principles', 'quality', 'control', 'techniques', 'standards', 'grinding', 'includes', 'products', 'material', 'ideas', 'tool']
source_layers  : onet_tasks | onet_dimensions | dwas | wikipedia | inference

TERM                    COUNT     FREQ  DOMINANT SOURCE      SOURCE BREAKDOWN
──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────
equipment                  44  0.01558  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:52%  dwas:25%  onet_tasks:18%
tendency                   42  0.01487  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
others                     38  0.01346  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
tools                      27  0.00956  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:33%  inference:22%  onet_dimensions:19%
materials                  22  0.00779  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:45%  dwas:27%  inference:23%
objects                    21  0.00744  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:57%  onet_tasks:33%  inference:10%
hand                       21  0.00744  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:33%  onet_dimensions:33%  inference:33%
production                 21  0.00744  dwas                 dwas:43%  onet_dimensions:38%  inference:19%
workpieces                 16  0.00567  dwas                 dwas:50%  onet_tasks:38%  inference:12%
principles                 16  0.00567  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
quality                    15  0.00531  inference            inference:53%  onet_dimensions:40%  onet_tasks:7%
control                    14  0.00496  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:86%  inference:14%
techniques                 14  0.00496  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:71%  inference:29%
standards                  13  0.00460  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:62%  inference:23%  onet_tasks:8%
grinding                   12  0.00425  inference            inference:42%  onet_tasks:25%  dwas:17%
includes                   12  0.00425  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
products                   12  0.00425  dwas                 dwas:58%  onet_dimensions:42%
material                   11  0.00390  wikipedia            wikipedia:55%  onet_dimensions:27%  dwas:9%
ideas                      11  0.00390  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
tool                       11  0.00390  wikipedia            wikipedia:64%  inference:36%
activities                 10  0.00354  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:90%  inference:10%
body                       10  0.00354  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
developing                 10  0.00354  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:80%  inference:20%
finishing                   9  0.00319  inference            inference:78%  onet_tasks:22%
polishing                   9  0.00319  inference            inference:56%  onet_tasks:22%  wikipedia:22%
specifications              9  0.00319  dwas                 dwas:44%  onet_dimensions:22%  inference:22%
machines                    9  0.00319  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:78%  onet_tasks:11%  inference:11%
attention                   9  0.00319  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:67%  inference:33%
problems                    9  0.00319  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
procedures                  9  0.00319  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  inference:11%
human                       9  0.00319  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:78%  inference:22%
resources                   9  0.00319  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
physical                    9  0.00319  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:67%  inference:22%  dwas:11%
needed                      9  0.00319  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:78%  inference:22%
quickly                     9  0.00319  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
orientation                 9  0.00319  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
identifying                 9  0.00319  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  dwas:11%
grinder                     9  0.00319  wikipedia            wikipedia:100%
moving                      8  0.00283  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  onet_tasks:12%
understand                  8  0.00283  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  inference:12%