[Core] [120% incumbents] Set up, operate, or tend machines that cut or slice materials, such as glass, stone, cork, rubber, tobacco, food, paper, or insulating material.
  DWAs: Operate cutting equipment.

[Core] [120% incumbents] Examine, measure, and weigh materials or products to verify conformance to specifications, using measuring devices, such as rulers, micrometers, or scales.
  DWAs: Weigh finished products. | Measure dimensions of completed products or workpieces to verify conformance to specifications.

[Core] [120% incumbents] Press buttons, pull levers, or depress pedals to start and operate cutting and slicing machines.
  DWAs: Operate cutting equipment.

[Core] [120% incumbents] Monitor operation of cutting or slicing machines to detect malfunctions or to determine whether supplies need replenishment.
  DWAs: Watch operating equipment to detect malfunctions.

[Core] [120% incumbents] Adjust machine controls to alter position, alignment, speed, or pressure.
  DWAs: Operate cutting equipment.

[Core] [120% incumbents] Remove completed materials or products from cutting or slicing machines, and stack or store them for additional processing.
  DWAs: Stack finished items for further processing or shipment. | Remove products or workpieces from production equipment.

[Core] [120% incumbents] Remove defective or substandard materials from machines, and readjust machine components so that products meet standards.
  DWAs: Set equipment controls to meet cutting specifications. | Remove products or workpieces from production equipment.

[Supplemental] [120% incumbents] Type instructions on computer keyboards, push buttons to activate computer programs, or manually set cutting guides, clamps, and knives.
  DWAs: Set equipment controls to meet cutting specifications. | Enter commands, instructions, or specifications into equipment.

[Core] [119% incumbents] Review work orders, blueprints, specifications, or job samples to determine components, settings, and adjustments for cutting and slicing machines.
  DWAs: Study blueprints or other instructions to determine equipment setup requirements.

[Core] [119% incumbents] Start machines to verify setups, and make any necessary adjustments.
  DWAs: Conduct test runs of production equipment. | Operate cutting equipment.

[Core] [119% incumbents] Maintain production records, such as quantities, types, and dimensions of materials produced.
  DWAs: Record operational or production data.

[Core] [119% incumbents] Move stock or scrap to and from machines manually, or by using carts, handtrucks, or lift trucks.
  DWAs: Move products, materials, or equipment between work areas.

[Core] [119% incumbents] Select and install machine components, such as cutting blades, rollers, and templates, according to specifications, using hand tools.
  DWAs: Select production equipment according to product specifications. | Mount attachments or tools onto production equipment.

[Core] [119% incumbents] Clean and lubricate cutting machines, conveyors, blades, saws, or knives, using steam hoses, scrapers, brushes, or oil cans.
  DWAs: Clean production equipment. | Lubricate production equipment.

[Supplemental] [119% incumbents] Cut stock manually to prepare for machine cutting, using tools such as knives, cleavers, handsaws, or hammers and chisels.
  DWAs: Cut industrial materials in preparation for fabrication or processing.

[Core] [118% incumbents] Feed stock into cutting machines, onto conveyors, or under cutting blades, by threading, guiding, pushing, or turning handwheels.
  DWAs: Feed materials or products into or through equipment.

[Supplemental] [118% incumbents] Mark cutting lines or identifying information on stock, using marking pencils, rulers, or scribes.
  DWAs: Mark products, workpieces, or equipment with identifying information. | Draw guide lines or markings on materials or workpieces using patterns or other references.

[Supplemental] [118% incumbents] Position width gauge blocks between blades, and level blades and insert wedges into frames to secure blades to frames.
  DWAs: Set equipment controls to meet cutting specifications. | Set equipment guides, stops, spacers, or other fixtures.

[Supplemental] [118% incumbents] Direct workers on cutting teams.
  DWAs: Direct operational or production activities.

[Supplemental] [118% incumbents] Sharpen cutting blades, knives, or saws, using files, bench grinders, or honing stones.
  DWAs: Operate grinding equipment. | Sharpen cutting or grinding tools.

[Supplemental] [118% incumbents] Tighten pulleys or add abrasives to maintain cutting speeds.
  DWAs: Operate cutting equipment.

[Core] [117% incumbents] Position stock along cutting lines, or against stops on beds of scoring or cutting machines.
  DWAs: Position raw materials on processing or production equipment.

[Supplemental] [117% incumbents] Change or replace saw blades, cables, cutter heads, and grinding wheels, using hand tools.
  DWAs: Mount attachments or tools onto production equipment. | Replace worn equipment components.

[Supplemental] [117% incumbents] Turn cranks or press buttons to activate winches that move cars under sawing cables or saw frames.
  DWAs: Operate cranes, hoists, or other moving or lifting equipment.

[Core] [116% incumbents] Stack and sort cut material for packaging, further processing, or shipping, according to types and sizes of material.
  DWAs: Sort materials or products for processing, storing, shipping, or grading. | Stack finished items for further processing or shipment.

--- SKILLS ---
  Monitoring (imp:3.25 lvl:3.12) — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organization
  Reading Comprehension (imp:3.12 lvl:2.88) — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
  Critical Thinking (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternativ
  Active Listening (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand
  Speaking (imp:2.62 lvl:2.50) — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
  Mathematics (imp:2.62 lvl:2.12) — Using mathematics to solve problems.
  Active Learning (imp:2.62 lvl:2.00) — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future pr
  Writing (imp:2.38 lvl:2.00) — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audienc
  Learning Strategies (imp:2.12 lvl:1.88) — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate fo
  Science (imp:1.50 lvl:0.50) — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.

--- KNOWLEDGE ---
  Production and Processing (imp:3.49 lvl:3.25) — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and ot
  Mathematics (imp:3.21 lvl:2.82) — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their appl
  Mechanical (imp:3.08 lvl:3.21) — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and main
  English Language (imp:2.74 lvl:2.16) — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the mea
  Administration and Management (imp:2.67 lvl:2.72) — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, 
  Education and Training (imp:2.59 lvl:2.44) — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching
  Customer and Personal Service (imp:2.53 lvl:1.98) — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal servic
  Public Safety and Security (imp:2.40 lvl:1.94) — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote
  Computers and Electronics (imp:2.36 lvl:2.41) — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and comput
  Engineering and Technology (imp:2.08 lvl:1.95) — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Th
  Administrative (imp:2.05 lvl:1.35) — Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word proce
  Design (imp:2.02 lvl:1.53) — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of 
  Personnel and Human Resources (imp:1.90 lvl:1.20) — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, tra
  Sales and Marketing (imp:1.77 lvl:0.96) — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products
  Chemistry (imp:1.71 lvl:1.41) — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances a
  Physics (imp:1.70 lvl:1.15) — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships,
  Transportation (imp:1.62 lvl:0.74) — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea
  Psychology (imp:1.60 lvl:0.99) — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, 
  Economics and Accounting (imp:1.51 lvl:0.87) — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial mar
  Building and Construction (imp:1.46 lvl:0.75) — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or r
  Sociology and Anthropology (imp:1.42 lvl:0.56) — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human 
  Telecommunications (imp:1.32 lvl:0.51) — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of te
  Food Production (imp:1.28) — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food
  Foreign Language (imp:1.23) — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language inclu
  Medicine and Dentistry (imp:1.21 lvl:0.30) — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human i
  Law and Government (imp:1.19 lvl:0.39) — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulat
  Therapy and Counseling (imp:1.18) — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and r
  Communications and Media (imp:1.17 lvl:0.30) — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and m
  Philosophy and Theology (imp:1.16 lvl:0.33) — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their 
  Biology (imp:1.12 lvl:0.23) — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interd
  Geography (imp:1.10) — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, an
  History and Archeology (imp:1.10) — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civi
  Fine Arts (imp:1.07) — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform

--- ABILITIES ---
  Finger Dexterity (imp:3.88 lvl:3.62) — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or bot
  Control Precision (imp:3.88 lvl:3.62) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehi
  Near Vision (imp:3.88 lvl:3.38) — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
  Arm-Hand Steadiness (imp:3.75 lvl:3.25) — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while hold
  Problem Sensitivity (imp:3.62 lvl:2.88) — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does no
  Manual Dexterity (imp:3.62 lvl:3.38) — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your
  Oral Comprehension (imp:3.38 lvl:3.25) — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through 
  Visualization (imp:3.38 lvl:3.38) — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when 
  Multilimb Coordination (imp:3.38 lvl:3.38) — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or
  Reaction Time (imp:3.38 lvl:3.50) — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sou
  Deductive Reasoning (imp:3.25 lvl:2.88) — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that 
  Information Ordering (imp:3.25 lvl:3.12) — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according
  Selective Attention (imp:3.25 lvl:3.25) — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distrac
  Rate Control (imp:3.25 lvl:3.12) — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in an
  Written Comprehension (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
  Category Flexibility (imp:3.12 lvl:2.88) — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping
  Perceptual Speed (imp:3.12 lvl:3.25) — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among
  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:3.00) — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the 
  Extent Flexibility (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
  Depth Perception (imp:3.12 lvl:3.25) — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you
  Oral Expression (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will unde
  Inductive Reasoning (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusion
  Response Orientation (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two o
  Written Expression (imp:2.88 lvl:2.62) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will under
  Flexibility of Closure (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or so
  Wrist-Finger Speed (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and 
  Stamina (imp:2.88 lvl:2.38) — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getti
  Far Vision (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to see details at a distance.
  Auditory Attention (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distra
  Speech Recognition (imp:2.88 lvl:2.12) — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
  Speech Clarity (imp:2.88 lvl:2.62) — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
  Speed of Closure (imp:2.75 lvl:2.38) — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into mea
  Fluency of Ideas (imp:2.62 lvl:2.25) — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas
  Mathematical Reasoning (imp:2.50 lvl:2.00) — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a prob
  Dynamic Strength (imp:2.50 lvl:2.12) — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This inv
  Visual Color Discrimination (imp:2.50 lvl:2.25) — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of c
  Number Facility (imp:2.38 lvl:2.00) — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
  Gross Body Coordination (imp:2.38 lvl:1.88) — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together wh
  Hearing Sensitivity (imp:2.25 lvl:2.25) — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch 
  Memorization (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and proced
  Time Sharing (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of
  Originality (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situa
  Gross Body Equilibrium (imp:2.00 lvl:1.00) — The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unsta
  Spatial Orientation (imp:1.88 lvl:1.25) — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know wher
  Speed of Limb Movement (imp:1.88 lvl:1.62) — The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
  Explosive Strength (imp:1.88 lvl:1.00) — The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping
  Peripheral Vision (imp:1.88 lvl:0.88) — The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes ar
  Night Vision (imp:1.75 lvl:0.88) — The ability to see under low-light conditions.
  Sound Localization (imp:1.75 lvl:0.88) — The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.
  Dynamic Flexibility (imp:1.62 lvl:0.62) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with yo
  Glare Sensitivity (imp:1.62 lvl:0.88) — The ability to see objects in the presence of a glare or bright lighting.

--- WORK ACTIVITIES ---
  Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:4.18 lvl:4.81) — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines 
  Handling and Moving Objects (imp:4.16 lvl:6.03) — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials,
  Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (imp:3.93 lvl:4.34) — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment,
  Performing General Physical Activities (imp:3.91 lvl:4.77) — Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require co
  Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (imp:3.90 lvl:3.97) — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors o
  Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (imp:3.70 lvl:3.35) — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone,
  Getting Information (imp:3.69 lvl:3.02) — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sour
  Making Decisions and Solving Problems (imp:3.63 lvl:3.69) — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and sol
  Training and Teaching Others (imp:3.60 lvl:3.21) — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or tr
  Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (imp:3.58 lvl:3.70) — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or 
  Processing Information (imp:3.43 lvl:3.80) — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying
  Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (imp:3.41 lvl:3.34) — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events o
  Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (imp:3.40 lvl:2.59) — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, s
  Documenting/Recording Information (imp:3.32 lvl:3.05) — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in writte
  Coaching and Developing Others (imp:3.24 lvl:3.28) — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherw
  Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People (imp:3.23 lvl:3.14) — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
  Providing Consultation and Advice to Others (imp:3.22 lvl:3.09) — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical,
  Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (imp:3.21 lvl:3.51) — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resourc
  Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (imp:3.21 lvl:2.96) — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
  Analyzing Data or Information (imp:3.12 lvl:2.84) — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by break
  Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (imp:3.11 lvl:3.50) — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and m
  Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (imp:3.07 lvl:2.82) — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, 
  Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (imp:3.04 lvl:3.20) — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, an
  Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (imp:3.03 lvl:2.93) — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance 
  Assisting and Caring for Others (imp:2.94 lvl:2.46) — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other pe
  Developing and Building Teams (imp:2.94 lvl:2.50) — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team membe
  Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (imp:2.88 lvl:2.36) — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
  Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (imp:2.85 lvl:3.16) — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
  Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (imp:2.84 lvl:3.06) — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your
  Working with Computers (imp:2.83 lvl:2.41) — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to progra
  Developing Objectives and Strategies (imp:2.82 lvl:2.13) — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to 
  Thinking Creatively (imp:2.74 lvl:2.28) — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, syste
  Monitoring and Controlling Resources (imp:2.68 lvl:2.32) — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
  Performing Administrative Activities (imp:2.67 lvl:2.07) — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files
  Scheduling Work and Activities (imp:2.64 lvl:2.11) — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
  Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (imp:2.56 lvl:1.77) — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines,
  Staffing Organizational Units (imp:2.44 lvl:1.97) — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organ
  Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (imp:2.13 lvl:1.82) — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to t
  Selling or Influencing Others (imp:2.09 lvl:1.91) — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or
  Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (imp:1.94 lvl:1.34) — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving
  Communicating with People Outside the Organization (imp:1.84 lvl:1.49) — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organizatio

--- WORK STYLES ---
  Dependability (imp:3.00) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Attention to Detail (imp:2.34) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Dependability (imp:2.14) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Cautiousness (imp:2.10) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Attention to Detail (imp:2.00) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Cautiousness (imp:1.00) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Integrity (imp:0.66) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Stress Tolerance (imp:0.66) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Perseverance (imp:0.62) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Self-Control (imp:0.61) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Achievement Orientation (imp:0.42) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Cooperation (imp:0.27) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Self-Confidence (imp:0.16) — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Adaptability (imp:0.11) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Initiative (imp:0.03) — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Sincerity (imp:0.02) — 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
  Intellectual Curiosity (imp:-0.17) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Optimism (imp:-0.18) — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Empathy (imp:-0.22) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Social Orientation (imp:-0.27) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Humility (imp:-0.36) — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Innovation (imp:-0.47) — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Leadership Orientation (imp:-0.50) — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Tolerance for Ambiguity (imp:-0.73) — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.

--- TRANSFERABLE SKILLS ---
  Operations Monitoring (imp:3.75 lvl:3.62) — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working pr
  Operation and Control (imp:3.62 lvl:3.50) — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
  Quality Control Analysis (imp:3.50 lvl:3.75) — 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.
  Equipment Maintenance (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind o
  Troubleshooting (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
  Complex Problem Solving (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and ev
  Social Perceptiveness (imp:2.75 lvl:2.50) — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
  Repairing (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
  Judgment and Decision Making (imp:2.75 lvl:2.62) — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the m
  Time Management (imp:2.75 lvl:2.38) — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
  Equipment Selection (imp:2.62 lvl:2.12) — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
  Systems Analysis (imp:2.62 lvl:2.12) — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, 
  Systems Evaluation (imp:2.25 lvl:2.00) — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed 
  Management of Personnel Resources (imp:2.25 lvl:2.00) — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best 
  Instructing (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — Teaching others how to do something.
  Persuasion (imp:2.00 lvl:1.62) — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
  Negotiation (imp:2.00 lvl:1.62) — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
  Service Orientation (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — Actively looking for ways to help people.
  Programming (imp:1.88 lvl:1.00) — Writing computer programs for various purposes.
  Management of Material Resources (imp:1.88 lvl:1.12) — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materi
  Technology Design (imp:1.75 lvl:0.75) — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
  Operations Analysis (imp:1.62 lvl:0.62) — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
  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
  Installation (imp:1.50 lvl:0.75) — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.

--- NATIONAL WAGES ---
  total_employment : 44,980
  annual_median    : $46,570
  annual_pct10     : $35,930
  annual_pct25     : $39,440
  annual_pct75     : $53,800
  annual_pct90     : $61,120
  annual_mean      : $47,460
  hourly_median    : $22.39

--- GEOGRAPHIC DISPERSION ---
  highest_state    : Minnesota ($58,260)
  lowest_state     : Puerto Rico ($25,010)
  dispersion_ratio : 2.329x

--- TOP STATES BY WAGE (48 total) ---
  Manufacturing                            emp:   37,410  median: $  46,830
  Wholesale Trade                          emp:    3,250  median: $  47,180
  Construction                             emp:    1,530  median: $  47,090
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:    1,350  median: $  38,030
  Retail Trade                             emp:      560  median: $  45,430
  Transportation and Warehousing           emp:      240  median: $  51,960
  Mining, Quarrying, and Oil and Gas Extraction emp:      170  median: $  41,340
  Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting emp:      100  median: $  47,230
  Information                              emp:       70  median: $  46,300
  Health Care and Social Assistance        emp:       50  median: $  31,140

--- TOP INDUSTRIES BY EMPLOYMENT (11 total) ---
  Manufacturing                            emp:   37,410  median: $  46,830
  Wholesale Trade                          emp:    3,250  median: $  47,180
  Construction                             emp:    1,530  median: $  47,090
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:    1,350  median: $  38,030
  Retail Trade                             emp:      560  median: $  45,430
  Transportation and Warehousing           emp:      240  median: $  51,960
  Mining, Quarrying, and Oil and Gas Extraction emp:      170  median: $  41,340
  Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting emp:      100  median: $  47,230
  Information                              emp:       70  median: $  46,300
  Health Care and Social Assistance        emp:       50  median: $  31,140

exact_match_status : no_exact_match
matched_title      : N/A
match_score        : 0.0000
wikidata_qid       : N/A
word_count         : 0
wikipedia_url      : N/A
license            : CC BY-SA 4.0
fetched_at         : 2026-06-02T23:22:17.048793Z

--- SEMANTIC NEIGHBORS (5) ---

  Title: List of Pawn Stars episodes (similarity: 0.2791)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_Pawn_Stars_episodes
  QID: Q6349379
  Extract: 


Pawn Stars is an American reality television series that premiered on History on July 19, 2009. The series is filmed in Las Vegas, Nevada, where it chronicles the activities at the World Famous Gold & Silver Pawn Shop, a 24-hour family business operated by patriarch Richard "Old Man" Harrison, hi

  Title: Cutter (similarity: 0.1846)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cutter
  QID: Q417583
  Extract: Cutter may refer to:

  Title: Cutter (surname) (similarity: 0.2133)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cutter_(surname)
  QID: Q16869358
  Extract: Cutter is a surname. The name comes from the occupation of cloth cutter, and was Latinised as Cissor.

  Title: Cutter (boat) (similarity: 0.2778)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cutter_(boat)
  QID: Q683363
  Extract: A cutter is any of various types of watercraft. The term can refer to the rig of a sailing vessel, to a governmental enforcement agency vessel, to a type of ship's boat which can be used under sail or oars, or, historically, to a type of fast-sailing vessel introduced in the 18th century, some of wh

  Title: Cutter Gauthier (similarity: 0.2703)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cutter_Gauthier
  QID: Q81903054
  Extract: William Cutter Ruel Gauthier is an American professional ice hockey player who is a forward for the Anaheim Ducks of the National Hockey League (NHL). He was drafted fifth overall by the Philadelphia Flyers in the 2022 NHL entry draft.

model_pass1          : claude-sonnet-4-20250514
model_pass2          : claude-haiku-4-5-20251001
inference_confidence : high
confidence_notes     : Strong O*NET data foundation with comprehensive task, skill, and knowledge profiles. Clear wage data from BLS OEWS May 2025. Well-defined related occupations provide solid edge relationships.
inferred_at          : 2026-06-04T02:21:47.248392+00:00
tokens_input         : 4,942
tokens_output        : 4,464
cost_usd             : $0.048562
wikipedia_used       : False
wikipedia_title      : None
wikipedia_note       : No direct Wikipedia match exists for this specific occupation, though cutting and slicing are fundamental industrial processes. The semantic neighbors focus on unrelated topics like television shows and boats rather than manufacturing operations.

--- PROSE FIELDS ---

ROLE SUMMARY:
Cutting and Slicing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders set up, operate, or tend machines that cut or slice materials such as glass, stone, cork, rubber, tobacco, food, paper, or insulating material. These skilled production workers monitor machine operations, adjust controls for precision cutting, and ensure products meet quality specifications. They work primarily in manufacturing environments where consistent, accurate cutting and material processing is essential.

DAY IN THE LIFE:
Workers begin by reviewing work orders, blueprints, or job samples to determine proper machine settings and adjustments for cutting operations. They set up machines by typing instructions on computer keyboards, adjusting cutting guides, and calibrating controls for position, alignment, speed, and pressure. Throughout their shift, they monitor machine operations to detect malfunctions and determine when supplies need replenishment. They examine, measure, and weigh materials using precision measuring devices to verify conformance to specifications. When defective products are detected, they remove substandard materials and readjust machine components to maintain quality standards. The work involves continuous handling and moving of materials, stacking finished items for further processing, and conducting test runs to verify proper machine setup.

WHO THRIVES:
This role attracts detail-oriented individuals who excel in structured, hands-on environments requiring precise manual dexterity and control precision. Success requires strong monitoring skills and the ability to maintain consistent attention to detail while operating machinery for extended periods. Workers must be dependable and cautious, as they handle potentially dangerous cutting equipment and work with various materials that require careful handling. Those who thrive possess good finger dexterity, arm-hand steadiness, and near vision capabilities essential for precise cutting operations. The realistic work environment appeals to individuals who prefer concrete, practical tasks over abstract problem-solving.

CAREER ENTRY:
Entry typically requires a high school diploma or equivalent, with 55.4% of workers holding this credential and 38.1% having less than high school education. Most training occurs on-the-job, where new workers learn machine operation, safety procedures, and quality control standards under experienced supervision. Some positions may benefit from post-secondary certificates in manufacturing or mechanical trades, though only 4.9% of current workers hold such credentials. The Job Zone 2 classification indicates very little to some preparation is needed beyond basic education.

CAREER TRAJECTORY:
Experienced operators can advance to machine setup specialist roles, quality control inspector positions, or production supervisor roles overseeing multiple machine operators. Some progress to maintenance technician positions, leveraging their equipment knowledge and mechanical understanding. The transferable skills in operations monitoring, quality control analysis, and equipment maintenance create pathways to related manufacturing roles including woodworking machine operation, textile cutting, or metal and plastic cutting operations. Leadership opportunities include training new operators and coordinating production schedules.

MARKET INTELLIGENCE:
The occupation employs 44,980 workers nationally with a median annual wage of $46,570 according to BLS OEWS May 2025 data, ranging from $35,930 at the 10th percentile to $61,120 at the 90th percentile. Geographic wage variation is moderate, with Minnesota offering the highest wages at $58,260 compared to Puerto Rico's $25,010, representing a 2.33x ratio. Manufacturing represents the dominant employment sector with 37,410 positions, followed by wholesale trade (3,250) and construction (1,530). The concentration in manufacturing indicates steady demand tied to industrial production levels. Regional variations likely reflect local manufacturing concentrations and cost of living differences.

AUTOMATION OUTLOOK:
The occupation faces moderate automation pressure as advanced cutting technologies and computer-controlled machinery continue evolving. However, the high importance of manual dexterity, control precision, and real-time monitoring creates defensive barriers against full automation. Tasks requiring quality inspection, material handling, and machine adjustment continue to benefit from human judgment and tactile feedback. The need for setup verification and defect identification provides ongoing value for human operators in the near term.

--- REASONED EDGES ---
  [task_similarity] Woodworking Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Except Sawing (51-7042.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles involve setting up and operating cutting machines with similar monitoring and adjustment requirements.
    data: Primary-Short relationship in O*NET
    data: Similar machine operation and monitoring tasks
    data: Comparable control precision requirements
  [skill_overlap] Grinding, Lapping, Polishing, and Buffing Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic (51-4033.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Shared high-importance skills in operations monitoring, quality control analysis, and machine control precision.
    data: Primary-Short relationship
    data: Operations monitoring skill overlap
    data: Similar finger dexterity and control precision requirements
  [knowledge_overlap] Textile Cutting Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders (51-6062.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both require production and processing knowledge and mechanical understanding for material cutting operations.
    data: Primary-Short relationship
    data: Production and Processing knowledge importance 3.5
    data: Similar mechanical knowledge requirements
  [riasec_cluster] Cutting, Punching, and Press Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic (51-4031.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles cluster in realistic work environments focused on machine operation and material processing.
    data: Primary-Short relationship
    data: Realistic RIASEC score 6.71
    data: Similar hands-on machine operation focus
  [career_pathway] Paper Goods Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders (51-9196.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Natural progression path given transferable machine operation skills and similar job zone requirements.
    data: Primary-Long relationship
    data: Job Zone 2 preparation level
    data: Transferable operations monitoring skills

--- NORMALIZER SIGNALS ---
  match_keywords   : ['cutting machine', 'slicing machine', 'machine setter', 'machine operator', 'machine tender', 'cutting operator', 'slicing operator', 'material cutting']
  exclude_keywords : ['sawing machine', 'woodworking', 'textile cutting', 'metal cutting', 'grinding']
  title_patterns   : ['*Cutting*Machine*', '*Slicing*Machine*', '*Cutter*', '*Machine*Setter*', '*Machine*Operator*']
  common_variations: ['Cutting Machine Operator', 'Slicing Machine Tender', 'Material Cutting Operator', 'Cut Machine Operator', 'Industrial Cutter', 'Production Cutter', 'Machine Cutting Specialist', 'Cutting Equipment Operator']

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

TERM                    COUNT     FREQ  DOMINANT SOURCE      SOURCE BREAKDOWN
──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────
equipment                  53  0.01797  dwas                 dwas:51%  onet_dimensions:43%  inference:6%
tendency                   42  0.01424  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
others                     38  0.01288  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
cutting                    36  0.01220  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:44%  inference:31%  dwas:25%
materials                  26  0.00881  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:38%  dwas:23%  onet_tasks:19%
production                 24  0.00814  dwas                 dwas:46%  onet_dimensions:33%  inference:17%
machines                   20  0.00678  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:55%  onet_dimensions:35%  inference:10%
products                   18  0.00610  dwas                 dwas:44%  onet_dimensions:28%  onet_tasks:17%
machine                    17  0.00576  inference            inference:65%  onet_tasks:24%  onet_dimensions:12%
control                    17  0.00576  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:71%  inference:29%
principles                 16  0.00542  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
operate                    13  0.00441  dwas                 dwas:54%  onet_dimensions:23%  onet_tasks:15%
specifications             13  0.00441  dwas                 dwas:46%  onet_tasks:23%  onet_dimensions:15%
processing                 13  0.00441  dwas                 dwas:38%  onet_dimensions:31%  onet_tasks:15%
operations                 13  0.00441  inference            inference:54%  onet_dimensions:46%
quality                    12  0.00407  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:50%  inference:50%
includes                   12  0.00407  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
objects                    12  0.00407  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
standards                  11  0.00373  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:73%  inference:18%  onet_tasks:9%
tools                      11  0.00373  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:45%  onet_tasks:27%  dwas:27%
monitoring                 11  0.00373  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:73%  inference:27%
ideas                      11  0.00373  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
activities                 11  0.00373  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:82%  dwas:9%  wikipedia:9%
hand                       10  0.00339  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:70%  onet_tasks:20%  inference:10%
identifying                10  0.00339  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:80%  onet_tasks:10%  dwas:10%
techniques                 10  0.00339  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
body                       10  0.00339  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
material                    9  0.00305  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:33%  onet_dimensions:33%  inference:33%
problems                    9  0.00305  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
procedures                  9  0.00305  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  inference:11%
human                       9  0.00305  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:78%  inference:22%
resources                   9  0.00305  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
moving                      9  0.00305  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:78%  dwas:11%  inference:11%
quickly                     9  0.00305  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
orientation                 9  0.00305  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
speed                       8  0.00271  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:75%  onet_tasks:12%  inference:12%
blades                      8  0.00271  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:100%
problem                     8  0.00271  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  inference:12%
needs                       8  0.00271  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
rules                       8  0.00271  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%