[Core] [92% incumbents] Shape lenses appropriately so that they can be inserted into frames.
  DWAs: Shape glass or similar materials.

[Core] [92% incumbents] Clean finished lenses and eyeglasses, using cloths and solvents.
  DWAs: Clean workpieces or finished products.

[Core] [91% incumbents] Inspect lens blanks to detect flaws, verify smoothness of surface, and ensure thickness of coating on lenses.
  DWAs: Inspect finished products to locate flaws.

[Core] [91% incumbents] Mount, secure, and align finished lenses in frames or optical assemblies, using precision hand tools.
  DWAs: Align parts or workpieces to ensure proper assembly.

[Core] [91% incumbents] Adjust lenses and frames to correct alignment.
  DWAs: Repair medical or dental assistive devices.

[Core] [91% incumbents] Assemble eyeglass frames and attach shields, nose pads, and temple pieces, using pliers, screwdrivers, and drills.
  DWAs: Construct customized assistive medical or dental devices.

[Core] [90% incumbents] Mount and secure lens blanks or optical lenses in holding tools or chucks of cutting, polishing, grinding, or coating machines.
  DWAs: Mount materials or workpieces onto production equipment.

[Core] [90% incumbents] Examine prescriptions, work orders, or broken or used eyeglasses to determine specifications for lenses, contact lenses, or other optical elements.
  DWAs: Read work orders or other instructions to determine product specifications or materials requirements.

[Core] [90% incumbents] Set dials and start machines to polish lenses or hold lenses against rotating wheels to polish them manually.
  DWAs: Polish materials, workpieces, or finished products. | Operate grinding equipment.

[Core] [89% incumbents] Set up machines to polish, bevel, edge, or grind lenses, flats, blanks, or other precision optical elements.
  DWAs: Shape glass or similar materials.

[Core] [89% incumbents] Select lens blanks, molds, tools, and polishing or grinding wheels, according to production specifications.
  DWAs: Select production equipment according to product specifications.

[Core] [88% incumbents] Inspect, weigh, and measure mounted or unmounted lenses after completion to verify alignment and conformance to specifications, using precision instruments.
  DWAs: Weigh finished products. | Measure dimensions of completed products or workpieces to verify conformance to specifications.

[Core] [88% incumbents] Position and adjust cutting tools to specified curvature, dimensions, and depth of cut.
  DWAs: Mount attachments or tools onto production equipment. | Set equipment controls to meet cutting specifications.

[Core] [88% incumbents] Repair broken parts, using precision hand tools and soldering irons.
  DWAs: Solder parts or workpieces. | Repair medical or dental assistive devices.

[Supplemental] [88% incumbents] Lay out lenses and trace lens outlines on glass, using templates.
  DWAs: Draw guide lines or markings on materials or workpieces using patterns or other references.

[Supplemental] [87% incumbents] Immerse eyeglass frames in solutions to harden, soften, or dye frames.
  DWAs: Immerse objects or workpieces in cleaning or coating solutions.

[Supplemental] [87% incumbents] Control equipment that coats lenses to alter their reflective qualities.
  DWAs: Operate painting or coating equipment.

[Supplemental] [87% incumbents] Remove lenses from molds and separate lenses in containers for further processing or storage.
  DWAs: Remove workpieces from molds.

[EMERGING:New] Tint lenses according to customer specifications.

--- SKILLS ---
  Reading Comprehension (imp:3.00 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
  Monitoring (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organization
  Active Listening (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand
  Speaking (imp:2.88 lvl:2.62) — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
  Writing (imp:2.75 lvl:2.62) — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audienc
  Active Learning (imp:2.75 lvl:2.50) — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future pr
  Learning Strategies (imp:2.50 lvl:2.38) — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate fo
  Mathematics (imp:2.12 lvl:2.25) — Using mathematics to solve problems.
  Science (imp:1.75 lvl:0.88) — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.

--- KNOWLEDGE ---
  Production and Processing (imp:3.86 lvl:4.09) — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and ot
  Mechanical (imp:3.35 lvl:3.45) — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and main
  Mathematics (imp:3.34 lvl:3.69) — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their appl
  Customer and Personal Service (imp:3.11 lvl:2.82) — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal servic
  Administration and Management (imp:3.00 lvl:2.09) — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, 
  English Language (imp:2.96 lvl:2.40) — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the mea
  Computers and Electronics (imp:2.79 lvl:3.46) — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and comput
  Education and Training (imp:2.72 lvl:2.48) — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching
  Engineering and Technology (imp:2.71 lvl:2.47) — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Th
  Administrative (imp:2.29 lvl:2.16) — Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word proce
  Sales and Marketing (imp:2.19 lvl:1.52) — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products
  Medicine and Dentistry (imp:2.15 lvl:1.39) — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human i
  Public Safety and Security (imp:2.15 lvl:1.47) — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote
  Personnel and Human Resources (imp:2.11 lvl:1.25) — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, tra
  Design (imp:2.04 lvl:1.54) — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of 
  Telecommunications (imp:2.01 lvl:1.00) — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of te
  Economics and Accounting (imp:1.77 lvl:1.16) — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial mar
  Law and Government (imp:1.75 lvl:1.03) — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulat
  Transportation (imp:1.74 lvl:0.82) — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea
  Physics (imp:1.73 lvl:0.96) — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships,
  Chemistry (imp:1.69 lvl:1.18) — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances a
  Building and Construction (imp:1.68 lvl:0.77) — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or r
  Psychology (imp:1.68 lvl:0.97) — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, 
  Foreign Language (imp:1.64 lvl:0.61) — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language inclu
  Communications and Media (imp:1.64 lvl:0.94) — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and m
  Sociology and Anthropology (imp:1.55 lvl:0.68) — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human 
  Therapy and Counseling (imp:1.55 lvl:0.55) — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and r
  Biology (imp:1.49) — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interd
  Fine Arts (imp:1.41) — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform
  Geography (imp:1.25) — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, an
  History and Archeology (imp:1.20) — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civi
  Philosophy and Theology (imp:1.15) — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their 
  Food Production (imp:1.12) — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food

--- ABILITIES ---
  Near Vision (imp:3.75 lvl:4.38) — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
  Arm-Hand Steadiness (imp:3.62 lvl:4.12) — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while hold
  Finger Dexterity (imp:3.62 lvl:3.75) — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or bot
  Manual Dexterity (imp:3.50 lvl:3.38) — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your
  Control Precision (imp:3.50 lvl:4.25) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehi
  Deductive Reasoning (imp:3.38 lvl:3.00) — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that 
  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
  Information Ordering (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according
  Visualization (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when 
  Selective Attention (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distrac
  Written Comprehension (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
  Category Flexibility (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — 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
  Rate Control (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in an
  Reaction Time (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sou
  Wrist-Finger Speed (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and 
  Visual Color Discrimination (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of c
  Speech Recognition (imp:3.00 lvl:2.75) — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
  Oral Comprehension (imp:2.88 lvl:3.62) — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through 
  Oral Expression (imp:2.88 lvl:3.25) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will unde
  Written Expression (imp:2.88 lvl:2.25) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will under
  Inductive Reasoning (imp:2.88 lvl:2.50) — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusion
  Multilimb Coordination (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or
  Far Vision (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — The ability to see details at a distance.
  Depth Perception (imp:2.88 lvl:2.62) — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you
  Speech Clarity (imp:2.88 lvl:2.62) — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
  Trunk Strength (imp:2.38 lvl:2.12) — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the 
  Auditory Attention (imp:2.38 lvl:2.50) — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distra
  Speed of Closure (imp:2.25 lvl:2.00) — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into mea
  Time Sharing (imp:2.25 lvl:2.12) — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of
  Fluency of Ideas (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas
  Originality (imp:2.12 lvl:1.88) — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situa
  Mathematical Reasoning (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a prob
  Number Facility (imp:2.12 lvl:2.25) — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
  Stamina (imp:2.12 lvl:1.50) — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getti
  Hearing Sensitivity (imp:2.12 lvl:1.88) — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch 
  Memorization (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and proced
  Static Strength (imp:2.00 lvl:1.12) — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
  Extent Flexibility (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
  Response Orientation (imp:1.75 lvl:1.38) — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two o
  Speed of Limb Movement (imp:1.75 lvl:1.50) — The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
  Gross Body Coordination (imp:1.75 lvl:1.25) — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together wh
  Explosive Strength (imp:1.62 lvl:0.75) — The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping
  Dynamic Strength (imp:1.62 lvl:0.62) — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This inv
  Gross Body Equilibrium (imp:1.25 lvl:0.25) — The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unsta
  Spatial Orientation (imp:1.00) — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know wher
  Dynamic Flexibility (imp:1.00) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with yo
  Night Vision (imp:1.00) — The ability to see under low-light conditions.
  Peripheral Vision (imp:1.00) — The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes ar
  Glare Sensitivity (imp:1.00) — The ability to see objects in the presence of a glare or bright lighting.
  Sound Localization (imp:1.00) — The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.

--- WORK ACTIVITIES ---
  Getting Information (imp:3.71 lvl:3.38) — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sour
  Handling and Moving Objects (imp:3.41 lvl:4.23) — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials,
  Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:3.39 lvl:3.82) — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines 
  Working with Computers (imp:3.34 lvl:3.04) — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to progra
  Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (imp:3.29 lvl:3.42) — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
  Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (imp:3.27 lvl:3.62) — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment,
  Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (imp:3.25 lvl:3.82) — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and m
  Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People (imp:3.21 lvl:3.11) — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
  Making Decisions and Solving Problems (imp:3.21 lvl:2.88) — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and sol
  Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (imp:3.14 lvl:3.42) — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or 
  Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (imp:3.14 lvl:3.47) — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your
  Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (imp:3.09 lvl:2.61) — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events o
  Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (imp:3.05 lvl:2.81) — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone,
  Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (imp:3.04 lvl:2.60) — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors o
  Processing Information (imp:2.98 lvl:2.90) — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying
  Documenting/Recording Information (imp:2.98 lvl:2.28) — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in writte
  Analyzing Data or Information (imp:2.88 lvl:2.73) — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by break
  Assisting and Caring for Others (imp:2.81 lvl:2.31) — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other pe
  Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (imp:2.75 lvl:2.34) — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
  Training and Teaching Others (imp:2.74 lvl:2.91) — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or tr
  Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (imp:2.71 lvl:2.76) — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
  Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (imp:2.70 lvl:2.71) — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines,
  Scheduling Work and Activities (imp:2.64 lvl:2.86) — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
  Performing Administrative Activities (imp:2.61 lvl:2.41) — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files
  Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (imp:2.53 lvl:2.24) — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resourc
  Developing and Building Teams (imp:2.53 lvl:2.07) — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team membe
  Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (imp:2.52 lvl:2.68) — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, 
  Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (imp:2.48 lvl:2.01) — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving
  Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (imp:2.39 lvl:2.37) — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance 
  Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (imp:2.36 lvl:2.40) — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, an
  Performing General Physical Activities (imp:2.34 lvl:2.09) — Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require co
  Thinking Creatively (imp:2.28 lvl:2.36) — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, syste
  Coaching and Developing Others (imp:2.25 lvl:2.40) — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherw
  Developing Objectives and Strategies (imp:2.18 lvl:1.84) — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to 
  Selling or Influencing Others (imp:2.15 lvl:1.57) — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or
  Providing Consultation and Advice to Others (imp:2.13 lvl:1.77) — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical,
  Communicating with People Outside the Organization (imp:2.04 lvl:1.36) — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organizatio
  Monitoring and Controlling Resources (imp:2.04 lvl:1.91) — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
  Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (imp:1.80 lvl:1.27) — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to t
  Staffing Organizational Units (imp:1.67 lvl:0.97) — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organ
  Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (imp:1.50 lvl:0.60) — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, s

--- WORK STYLES ---
  Attention to Detail (imp:3.00) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Dependability (imp:2.25) — 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:1.99) — 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:0.90) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Achievement Orientation (imp:0.89) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Integrity (imp:0.89) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Cooperation (imp:0.64) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Self-Control (imp:0.61) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Stress Tolerance (imp:0.53) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Self-Confidence (imp:0.41) — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Adaptability (imp:0.26) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Intellectual Curiosity (imp:0.24) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Initiative (imp:0.13) — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Sincerity (imp:0.09) — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Innovation () — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Achievement Orientation () — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Intellectual Curiosity () — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Tolerance for Ambiguity () — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Initiative () — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Adaptability () — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Self-Confidence () — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Perseverance () — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Leadership Orientation () — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Humility () — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Sincerity () — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Empathy () — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Cooperation () — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Optimism () — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Social Orientation () — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Cautiousness () — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Integrity () — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Stress Tolerance () — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Self-Control () — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Optimism (imp:-0.07) — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Empathy (imp:-0.09) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Social Orientation (imp:-0.18) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Innovation (imp:-0.32) — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Humility (imp:-0.43) — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Leadership Orientation (imp:-0.47) — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Tolerance for Ambiguity (imp:-0.65) — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.

--- TRANSFERABLE SKILLS ---
  Operation and Control (imp:3.25 lvl:3.12) — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
  Operations Monitoring (imp:3.12 lvl:2.88) — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working pr
  Quality Control Analysis (imp:3.12 lvl:3.38) — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate
  Time Management (imp:3.12 lvl:2.75) — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
  Judgment and Decision Making (imp:3.00 lvl:2.62) — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the m
  Service Orientation (imp:2.75 lvl:2.62) — Actively looking for ways to help people.
  Social Perceptiveness (imp:2.62 lvl:2.50) — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
  Coordination (imp:2.62 lvl:2.50) — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
  Complex Problem Solving (imp:2.62 lvl:2.50) — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and ev
  Equipment Selection (imp:2.62 lvl:2.50) — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
  Repairing (imp:2.62 lvl:2.50) — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
  Management of Personnel Resources (imp:2.50 lvl:2.00) — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best 
  Troubleshooting (imp:2.38 lvl:2.12) — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
  Persuasion (imp:2.25 lvl:2.00) — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
  Instructing (imp:2.25 lvl:2.25) — Teaching others how to do something.
  Equipment Maintenance (imp:2.25 lvl:2.00) — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind o
  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:1.62) — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
  Systems Evaluation (imp:2.12 lvl:1.62) — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed 
  Technology Design (imp:1.75 lvl:1.00) — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
  Programming (imp:1.75 lvl:0.75) — Writing computer programs for various purposes.
  Management of Financial Resources (imp:1.75 lvl:0.88) — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for the
  Management of Material Resources (imp:1.75 lvl:0.75) — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materi
  Operations Analysis (imp:1.62 lvl:1.25) — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
  Installation (imp:1.00) — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.

--- NATIONAL WAGES ---
  total_employment : 18,660
  annual_median    : $39,460
  annual_pct10     : $33,530
  annual_pct25     : $36,470
  annual_pct75     : $47,010
  annual_pct90     : $57,380
  annual_mean      : $43,190
  hourly_median    : $18.97

--- GEOGRAPHIC DISPERSION ---
  highest_state    : Connecticut ($62,410)
  lowest_state     : Puerto Rico ($24,420)
  dispersion_ratio : 2.556x

--- TOP STATES BY WAGE (41 total) ---
  Manufacturing                            emp:    7,590  median: $  44,470
  Health Care and Social Assistance        emp:    4,710  median: $  39,110
  Retail Trade                             emp:    4,500  median: $  36,870
  Wholesale Trade                          emp:    1,490  median: $  38,770
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:      140  median: $  35,350
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:      110  median: $  62,730

--- TOP INDUSTRIES BY EMPLOYMENT (6 total) ---
  Manufacturing                            emp:    7,590  median: $  44,470
  Health Care and Social Assistance        emp:    4,710  median: $  39,110
  Retail Trade                             emp:    4,500  median: $  36,870
  Wholesale Trade                          emp:    1,490  median: $  38,770
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:      140  median: $  35,350
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:      110  median: $  62,730

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         : 2026-06-02T23:24:11.221767Z

--- SEMANTIC NEIGHBORS (5) ---

  Title: Optician (similarity: 0.3902)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Optician
  QID: Q1996635
  Extract: An optician is an individual who fits glasses or contact lenses by filling a refractive prescription from an optometrist or ophthalmologist. They are able to translate and adapt ophthalmic prescriptions, dispense products, and work with accessories. There are several specialties within the field.

  Title: Women in the United States (similarity: 0.3051)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Women_in_the_United_States
  QID: Q17514041
  Extract: The legal status of women in the United States has advanced significantly over the past two centuries, but not yet equal to that of men in comparison to other high-income democracies.

  Title: Corrective lens (similarity: 0.3333)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Corrective_lens
  QID: Q2143661
  Extract: A corrective lens is a transmissive optical device that is worn on the eye to improve visual perception. The most common use is to treat refractive errors: myopia, hypermetropia, astigmatism, and presbyopia. Glasses or "spectacles" are worn on the face a short distance in front of the eye. Contact l

  Title: National Commission for Allied and Healthcare Professions (similarity: 0.2000)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/National_Commission_for_Allied_and_Healthcare_Professions
  QID: Q106570666
  Extract: The National Commission for Allied and Healthcare Professions (NCAHP) is the Indian regulatory body for allied and healthcare professionals (A&HP). It covers all Allied health professionals and healthcare professionals who were not covered under National Medical Commission, Dental Council of India, 

  Title: List of professional designations in the United States (similarity: 0.2299)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_professional_designations_in_the_United_States
  QID: Q17164988
  Extract: Many professional designations in the United States take the form of post-nominal letters. Professional societies or educational institutes usually award certifications. Obtaining a certificate is voluntary in some fields, but in others, certification from a government-accredited agency may be legal

model_pass1          : claude-sonnet-4-20250514
model_pass2          : claude-haiku-4-5-20251001
inference_confidence : high
confidence_notes     : Strong confidence supported by detailed O*NET task descriptions, clear wage data from BLS OEWS May 2025, and comprehensive skill/ability profiles indicating precision manufacturing specialization.
inferred_at          : 2026-06-04T02:29:24.399257+00:00
tokens_input         : 4,932
tokens_output        : 4,581
cost_usd             : $0.049891
wikipedia_used       : False
wikipedia_title      : None
wikipedia_note       : No exact Wikipedia match found, with 'Optician' being the closest semantic neighbor focusing on fitting rather than manufacturing. The role represents specialized manufacturing within the broader optical industry ecosystem.

--- PROSE FIELDS ---

ROLE SUMMARY:
Ophthalmic Laboratory Technicians cut, grind, and polish precision optical elements including eyeglasses and contact lenses in laboratory settings. They mount and align finished lenses into frames using specialized machinery and precision hand tools, requiring exceptional near vision and manual dexterity. These technicians work primarily in manufacturing facilities, optical laboratories, and healthcare settings, serving the critical function of converting optical prescriptions into finished eyewear products.

DAY IN THE LIFE:
A typical day begins with examining prescriptions and work orders to determine lens specifications and material requirements. Technicians set up and operate grinding, polishing, and cutting machines to shape lens blanks according to precise measurements, monitoring machine operations and adjusting settings as needed. They inspect finished lenses for flaws and verify surface smoothness and coating thickness using quality control procedures. The work involves mounting lenses in frames, adjusting alignment for proper fit, and assembling eyeglass components using screwdrivers, pliers, and other precision tools. Throughout the day, they clean finished products using specialized cloths and solvents, and may tint lenses according to customer specifications.

WHO THRIVES:
Individuals who excel in this role possess exceptional near vision (level 4.4) and steady hands with superior finger dexterity for precision work. They have strong attention to detail and cautiousness, as evidenced by the critical work styles, enabling them to detect flaws and maintain quality standards. The realistic-conventional RIASEC profile (R:6.37, C:4.13) indicates success for those who enjoy hands-on technical work with established procedures and systematic approaches. Problem-solving abilities and deductive reasoning skills help when troubleshooting equipment issues or determining optimal lens processing methods. Those who thrive also demonstrate dependability and can work independently while following detailed specifications.

CAREER ENTRY:
Most positions require a high school diploma or equivalent (56.4% of workers), with many employers providing on-the-job training in optical laboratory procedures and equipment operation. Some workers pursue post-secondary certificates in precision production or related technical fields (8.8% of workers). Prior experience with precision machinery, quality control, or manufacturing processes can be advantageous. Entry-level positions typically involve training on specific grinding and polishing equipment under supervision before advancing to independent work.

CAREER TRAJECTORY:
Experienced technicians can advance to supervisory roles overseeing optical laboratory operations or specialize in complex lens types such as progressive or specialty contact lenses. Some transition to related precision manufacturing roles in industries like medical devices or precision instruments. Career progression may lead to optical laboratory management, quality assurance specialist positions, or technical sales roles with optical equipment manufacturers. The transferable skills in precision manufacturing and quality control open pathways to various manufacturing supervision or technical specialist roles.

MARKET INTELLIGENCE:
According to BLS OEWS May 2025 data, 18,660 workers earn a median annual wage of $39,460, with the range from $33,530 to $57,380 representing stable middle-skill manufacturing employment. Geographic wage variation is significant, with Connecticut offering the highest wages at $62,410 versus Puerto Rico at $24,420, reflecting regional cost of living and industry concentration differences. Employment is distributed across manufacturing (7,590), healthcare (4,710), and retail trade (4,500), indicating diverse industry demand. The aging population and increased screen time driving vision correction needs suggest steady demand, though automation in lens manufacturing may impact routine production tasks.

AUTOMATION OUTLOOK:
Routine lens grinding and polishing operations face moderate automation risk as computer-controlled machinery becomes more sophisticated. However, the precision assembly work requiring manual dexterity and the inspection tasks demanding human judgment provide some protection from automation displacement.

--- REASONED EDGES ---
  [task_similarity] Grinding and Polishing Workers, Hand (51-9022.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles involve precision grinding and polishing operations requiring similar manual dexterity and quality control skills.
    data: Manual Dexterity (imp:3.5, lvl:3.4)
    data: Quality Control Analysis (imp:3.1, lvl:3.4)
    data: Handling and Moving Objects (imp:3.4, lvl:4.2)
  [skill_overlap] Grinding, Lapping, Polishing, and Buffing Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic (51-4033.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Shared expertise in machine operation, precision grinding, and process monitoring across different material types.
    data: Operations Monitoring (imp:3.1, lvl:2.9)
    data: Operation and Control (imp:3.2, lvl:3.1)
    data: Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:3.4, lvl:3.8)
  [knowledge_overlap] Camera and Photographic Equipment Repairers (49-9061.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both occupations require mechanical knowledge and precision work with optical components and small parts assembly.
    data: Mechanical Knowledge (imp:3.4, lvl:3.5)
    data: Near Vision (imp:3.8, lvl:4.4)
    data: Finger Dexterity (imp:3.6, lvl:3.8)
  [riasec_cluster] Timing Device Assemblers and Adjusters (51-2061.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both share realistic-conventional orientation requiring precision assembly work with small mechanical components.
    data: RIASEC R:6.37, C:4.13
    data: Control Precision (imp:3.5, lvl:4.2)
    data: Arm-Hand Steadiness (imp:3.6, lvl:4.1)
  [transferable_skill] Tool Grinders, Filers, and Sharpeners (51-4194.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Common precision grinding techniques and quality control processes transfer between optical and tool grinding applications.
    data: Production and Processing (imp:3.9, lvl:4.1)
    data: Operation and Control (imp:3.2, lvl:3.1)
    data: Attention to Detail work style

--- NORMALIZER SIGNALS ---
  match_keywords   : ['ophthalmic laboratory', 'lens technician', 'optical laboratory', 'eyeglass technician', 'contact lens technician', 'optical grinder', 'lens grinder', 'precision optical']
  exclude_keywords : ['optometrist', 'ophthalmologist', 'optician', 'eye doctor', 'vision therapist']
  title_patterns   : ['*lens*technician*', '*optical*laboratory*', '*ophthalmic*lab*', '*eyeglass*technician*', '*contact*lens*']
  common_variations: ['lens lab technician', 'optical lab tech', 'eyeglass lab worker', 'contact lens lab tech', 'precision optical technician', 'optical grinding technician', 'lens processing technician', 'optical manufacturing technician']

total_terms    : 40
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source_layers  : onet_tasks | onet_dimensions | dwas | wikipedia | inference

TERM                    COUNT     FREQ  DOMINANT SOURCE      SOURCE BREAKDOWN
──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────
tendency                   42  0.01497  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
others                     39  0.01390  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:97%  wikipedia:3%
equipment                  34  0.01212  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:68%  dwas:18%  inference:12%
lenses                     26  0.00927  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:65%  inference:23%  wikipedia:12%
precision                  16  0.00570  inference            inference:62%  onet_tasks:25%  onet_dimensions:12%
control                    16  0.00570  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:75%  inference:19%  onet_tasks:6%
materials                  16  0.00570  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:62%  dwas:38%
principles                 16  0.00570  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
production                 14  0.00499  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:57%  dwas:21%  inference:14%
optical                    13  0.00464  inference            inference:62%  onet_tasks:31%  wikipedia:8%
tools                      13  0.00464  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:38%  onet_dimensions:38%  inference:15%
specifications             13  0.00464  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:31%  dwas:31%  inference:23%
products                   13  0.00464  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:38%  dwas:38%  inference:15%
objects                    13  0.00464  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:92%  dwas:8%
includes                   12  0.00428  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
lens                       11  0.00392  inference            inference:55%  onet_tasks:36%  wikipedia:9%
machines                   11  0.00392  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:64%  onet_tasks:27%  inference:9%
procedures                 11  0.00392  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:73%  inference:27%
quality                    11  0.00392  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:55%  inference:45%
ideas                      11  0.00392  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
body                       11  0.00392  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:91%  wikipedia:9%
finished                   10  0.00357  dwas                 dwas:40%  inference:40%  onet_tasks:20%
hand                       10  0.00357  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:70%  onet_tasks:20%  inference:10%
techniques                 10  0.00357  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
manufacturing              10  0.00357  inference            inference:100%
problems                    9  0.00321  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
monitoring                  9  0.00321  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  inference:11%
needs                       9  0.00321  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  inference:11%
standards                   9  0.00321  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  inference:11%
resources                   9  0.00321  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
operations                  9  0.00321  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:67%  inference:33%
quickly                     9  0.00321  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
activities                  9  0.00321  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
orientation                 9  0.00321  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
devices                     9  0.00321  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:56%  dwas:33%  inference:11%
workpieces                  9  0.00321  dwas                 dwas:100%
frames                      8  0.00285  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:75%  inference:25%
problem                     8  0.00285  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  inference:12%
rules                       8  0.00285  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
providing                   8  0.00285  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  inference:12%