[Core] [74% incumbents] Stop or reset machines when malfunctions occur, clear machine jams, and report malfunctions to a supervisor.
  DWAs: Clear equipment jams. | Notify others of equipment repair or maintenance needs.

[Core] [74% incumbents] Observe machine operations to ensure quality and conformity of filled or packaged products to standards.
  DWAs: Monitor equipment operation to ensure that products are not flawed.

[Core] [74% incumbents] Monitor the production line, watching for problems such as pile-ups, jams, or glue that isn't sticking properly.
  DWAs: Watch operating equipment to detect malfunctions.

[Core] [74% incumbents] Inspect and remove defective products and packaging material.
  DWAs: Remove products or workpieces from production equipment.

[Core] [74% incumbents] Start machine by engaging controls.
  DWAs: Package products for storage or shipment.

[Core] [74% incumbents] Tend or operate machine that packages product.
  DWAs: Package products for storage or shipment.

[Core] [74% incumbents] Clean, oil, and make minor adjustments or repairs to machinery and equipment, such as opening valves or setting guides.
  DWAs: Clean production equipment. | Repair production equipment or tools. | Lubricate production equipment.

[Core] [74% incumbents] Regulate machine flow, speed, or temperature.
  DWAs: Adjust temperature controls of ovens or other heating equipment.

[Core] [74% incumbents] Adjust machine components and machine tension and pressure according to size or processing angle of product.
  DWAs: Package products for storage or shipment.

[Core] [74% incumbents] Supply materials to spindles, conveyors, hoppers, or other feeding devices and unload packaged product.
  DWAs: Feed materials or products into or through equipment.

[Core] [74% incumbents] Clean packaging containers, line and pad crates, or assemble cartons to prepare for product packing.
  DWAs: Prepare materials for processing.

[Core] [73% incumbents] Sort, grade, weigh, and inspect products, verifying and adjusting product weight or measurement to meet specifications.
  DWAs: Weigh finished products. | Measure dimensions of completed products or workpieces to verify conformance to specifications. | Sort materials or products for processing, storing, shipping, or grading.

[Core] [73% incumbents] Remove finished packaged items from machine and separate rejected items.
  DWAs: Remove products or workpieces from production equipment.

[Core] [73% incumbents] Stack finished packaged items, or wrap protective material around each item, and pack the items in cartons or containers.
  DWAs: Stack finished items for further processing or shipment. | Package products for storage or shipment.

[Core] [73% incumbents] Package the product in the form in which it will be sent out, for example, filling bags with flour from a chute or spout.
  DWAs: Package products for storage or shipment.

[Core] [73% incumbents] Count and record finished and rejected packaged items.
  DWAs: Count finished products or workpieces. | Record operational or production data.

[Core] [73% incumbents] Secure finished packaged items by hand tying, sewing, gluing, stapling, or attaching fastener.
  DWAs: Sew clothing or other articles. | Package products for storage or shipment.

[Core] [72% incumbents] Attach identification labels to finished packaged items, or cut stencils and stencil information on containers, such as lot numbers or shipping destinations.
  DWAs: Mark products, workpieces, or equipment with identifying information.

[Core] [72% incumbents] Stock and sort product for packaging or filling machine operation, and replenish packaging supplies, such as wrapping paper, plastic sheet, boxes, cartons, glue, ink, or labels.
  DWAs: Sort materials or products for processing, storing, shipping, or grading. | Maintain inventories of materials, equipment, or products.

[Core] [72% incumbents] Clean and remove damaged or otherwise inferior materials to prepare raw products for processing.
  DWAs: Clean materials to prepare them for production.

--- SKILLS ---
  Monitoring (imp:3.12 lvl:2.88) — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organization
  Active Listening (imp:3.00 lvl:2.75) — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand
  Reading Comprehension (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
  Critical Thinking (imp:2.88 lvl:2.25) — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternativ
  Speaking (imp:2.75 lvl:2.25) — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
  Writing (imp:2.62 lvl:2.25) — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audienc
  Active Learning (imp:2.38 lvl:2.12) — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future pr
  Mathematics (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — Using mathematics to solve problems.
  Learning Strategies (imp:2.12 lvl:2.25) — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate fo
  Science (imp:1.00) — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.

--- KNOWLEDGE ---
  Production and Processing (imp:3.76 lvl:4.03) — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and ot
  Mechanical (imp:3.53 lvl:4.04) — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and main
  Public Safety and Security (imp:3.23 lvl:3.06) — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote
  Education and Training (imp:3.20 lvl:3.33) — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching
  English Language (imp:3.19 lvl:3.06) — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the mea
  Customer and Personal Service (imp:3.06 lvl:3.26) — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal servic
  Mathematics (imp:3.06 lvl:3.12) — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their appl
  Administration and Management (imp:2.74 lvl:2.60) — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, 
  Personnel and Human Resources (imp:2.59 lvl:2.30) — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, tra
  Computers and Electronics (imp:2.52 lvl:2.75) — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and comput
  Food Production (imp:2.38 lvl:2.40) — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food
  Sales and Marketing (imp:2.37 lvl:1.94) — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products
  Administrative (imp:2.36 lvl:2.31) — Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word proce
  Chemistry (imp:2.23 lvl:1.68) — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances a
  Design (imp:2.20 lvl:2.35) — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of 
  Transportation (imp:2.20 lvl:1.50) — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea
  Psychology (imp:2.19 lvl:1.96) — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, 
  Engineering and Technology (imp:2.15 lvl:2.28) — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Th
  Economics and Accounting (imp:2.12 lvl:1.80) — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial mar
  Physics (imp:2.09 lvl:1.53) — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships,
  Law and Government (imp:2.08 lvl:1.86) — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulat
  Communications and Media (imp:2.03 lvl:1.61) — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and m
  Building and Construction (imp:1.92 lvl:1.92) — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or r
  Telecommunications (imp:1.85 lvl:1.17) — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of te
  Medicine and Dentistry (imp:1.80 lvl:1.35) — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human i
  Philosophy and Theology (imp:1.73 lvl:1.48) — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their 
  Foreign Language (imp:1.70) — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language inclu
  Sociology and Anthropology (imp:1.69 lvl:0.91) — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human 
  Therapy and Counseling (imp:1.63 lvl:1.43) — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and r
  Geography (imp:1.55) — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, an
  Biology (imp:1.52) — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interd
  Fine Arts (imp:1.38) — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform
  History and Archeology (imp:1.36) — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civi

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

--- WORK ACTIVITIES ---
  Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (imp:3.96 lvl:4.37) — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment,
  Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (imp:3.82 lvl:3.94) — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors o
  Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (imp:3.79 lvl:4.21) — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or 
  Handling and Moving Objects (imp:3.79 lvl:5.66) — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials,
  Getting Information (imp:3.70 lvl:3.41) — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sour
  Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (imp:3.65 lvl:3.53) — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events o
  Making Decisions and Solving Problems (imp:3.64 lvl:3.51) — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and sol
  Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (imp:3.63 lvl:3.57) — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone,
  Processing Information (imp:3.61 lvl:3.58) — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying
  Training and Teaching Others (imp:3.51 lvl:2.77) — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or tr
  Performing General Physical Activities (imp:3.47 lvl:3.99) — Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require co
  Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:3.44 lvl:3.85) — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines 
  Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People (imp:3.42 lvl:3.90) — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
  Analyzing Data or Information (imp:3.40 lvl:3.02) — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by break
  Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (imp:3.39 lvl:3.99) — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
  Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (imp:3.33 lvl:3.72) — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your
  Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (imp:3.33 lvl:2.94) — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, s
  Thinking Creatively (imp:3.22 lvl:3.72) — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, syste
  Documenting/Recording Information (imp:3.11 lvl:2.71) — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in writte
  Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (imp:3.08 lvl:3.22) — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resourc
  Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (imp:3.05 lvl:2.34) — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
  Assisting and Caring for Others (imp:3.02 lvl:2.57) — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other pe
  Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (imp:2.99 lvl:3.29) — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and m
  Coaching and Developing Others (imp:2.98 lvl:2.55) — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherw
  Scheduling Work and Activities (imp:2.95 lvl:2.64) — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
  Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (imp:2.92 lvl:2.54) — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, an
  Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (imp:2.87 lvl:1.94) — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance 
  Working with Computers (imp:2.85 lvl:2.09) — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to progra
  Developing Objectives and Strategies (imp:2.82 lvl:2.78) — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to 
  Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (imp:2.77 lvl:2.36) — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
  Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (imp:2.72 lvl:2.57) — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, 
  Providing Consultation and Advice to Others (imp:2.70 lvl:2.04) — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical,
  Developing and Building Teams (imp:2.63 lvl:1.66) — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team membe
  Performing Administrative Activities (imp:2.51 lvl:1.36) — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files
  Selling or Influencing Others (imp:2.36 lvl:1.15) — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or
  Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (imp:2.28 lvl:1.56) — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to t
  Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (imp:2.26 lvl:1.53) — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines,
  Communicating with People Outside the Organization (imp:2.18 lvl:1.40) — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organizatio
  Staffing Organizational Units (imp:2.10 lvl:1.06) — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organ
  Monitoring and Controlling Resources (imp:1.96 lvl:1.26) — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
  Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (imp:1.91 lvl:1.23) — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving

--- WORK STYLES ---
  Attention to Detail (imp:2.14) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Dependability (imp:2.11) — 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:1.50) — 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.
  Stress Tolerance (imp:0.90) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Integrity (imp:0.70) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Perseverance (imp:0.62) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Achievement Orientation (imp:0.54) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Cooperation (imp:0.49) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Self-Control (imp:0.41) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Adaptability (imp:0.21) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Self-Confidence (imp:0.12) — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Initiative (imp:0.11) — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Sincerity (imp:0.08) — 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:-0.13) — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Empathy (imp:-0.17) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Intellectual Curiosity (imp:-0.26) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Humility (imp:-0.30) — 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.
  Leadership Orientation (imp:-0.54) — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Innovation (imp:-0.57) — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Tolerance for Ambiguity (imp:-0.71) — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.

--- TRANSFERABLE SKILLS ---
  Operations Monitoring (imp:3.25 lvl:3.25) — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working pr
  Coordination (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
  Operation and Control (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
  Social Perceptiveness (imp:2.88 lvl:2.62) — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
  Equipment Maintenance (imp:2.88 lvl:2.62) — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind o
  Quality Control Analysis (imp:2.88 lvl:2.62) — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate
  Time Management (imp:2.88 lvl:2.38) — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
  Complex Problem Solving (imp:2.75 lvl:2.12) — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and ev
  Troubleshooting (imp:2.75 lvl:2.62) — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
  Judgment and Decision Making (imp:2.75 lvl:2.12) — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the m
  Instructing (imp:2.62 lvl:2.25) — Teaching others how to do something.
  Service Orientation (imp:2.38 lvl:2.12) — Actively looking for ways to help people.
  Repairing (imp:2.38 lvl:2.25) — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
  Persuasion (imp:2.25 lvl:2.12) — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
  Negotiation (imp:2.25 lvl:2.00) — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
  Management of Personnel Resources (imp:2.25 lvl:2.25) — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best 
  Systems Analysis (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, 
  Systems Evaluation (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed 
  Equipment Selection (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
  Technology Design (imp:1.38 lvl:0.38) — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
  Management of Financial Resources (imp:1.25 lvl:0.25) — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for the
  Management of Material Resources (imp:1.25 lvl:0.25) — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materi
  Programming (imp:1.12 lvl:0.12) — Writing computer programs for various purposes.
  Operations Analysis (imp:1.00) — 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 : 379,060
  annual_median    : $43,220
  annual_pct10     : $33,390
  annual_pct25     : $36,850
  annual_pct75     : $49,070
  annual_pct90     : $60,030
  annual_mean      : $44,590
  hourly_median    : $20.78

--- GEOGRAPHIC DISPERSION ---
  highest_state    : New Hampshire ($49,450)
  lowest_state     : Puerto Rico ($27,970)
  dispersion_ratio : 1.768x

--- TOP STATES BY WAGE (51 total) ---
  Manufacturing                            emp:  298,640  median: $  44,450
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:   34,600  median: $  36,640
  Wholesale Trade                          emp:   23,690  median: $  42,370
  Transportation and Warehousing           emp:    8,510  median: $  43,870
  Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting emp:    4,740  median: $  38,200
  Retail Trade                             emp:    2,330  median: $  36,810
  Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services emp:    1,630  median: $  46,880
  Health Care and Social Assistance        emp:    1,400  median: $  32,220
  Management of Companies and Enterprises  emp:    1,060  median: $  48,130
  Accommodation and Food Services          emp:      520  median: $  37,690

--- TOP INDUSTRIES BY EMPLOYMENT (14 total) ---
  Manufacturing                            emp:  298,640  median: $  44,450
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:   34,600  median: $  36,640
  Wholesale Trade                          emp:   23,690  median: $  42,370
  Transportation and Warehousing           emp:    8,510  median: $  43,870
  Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting emp:    4,740  median: $  38,200
  Retail Trade                             emp:    2,330  median: $  36,810
  Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services emp:    1,630  median: $  46,880
  Health Care and Social Assistance        emp:    1,400  median: $  32,220
  Management of Companies and Enterprises  emp:    1,060  median: $  48,130
  Accommodation and Food Services          emp:      520  median: $  37,690

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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         : 2026-06-02T23:24:23.822709Z

--- SEMANTIC NEIGHBORS (5) ---

  Title: Women in the United States (similarity: 0.2338)
  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: Sausage casing (similarity: 0.1846)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sausage_casing
  QID: Q1372144
  Extract: Sausage casing, also known as sausage skin or simply casing, is the material that encloses the filling of a sausage. Natural casings are made from animal intestines or skin; artificial casings, introduced in the early 20th century, are made of collagen and cellulose. The material is then shaped via 

  Title: ASCOD 2 (similarity: 0.1379)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/ASCOD_2
  QID: Q97445895
  Extract: The ASCOD 2, also known as the ASCOD SV is an evolution of the ASCOD armoured vehicle with an increased weight capacity, and a more evolutive platform.

  Title: M60 tank (similarity: 0.1017)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/M60_tank
  QID: Q382421
  Extract: The M60 is an American second-generation main battle tank (MBT). It was officially standardized as the Tank, Combat, Full Tracked: 105-mm Gun, M60 in March 1959. Although developed from the M48 Patton, the M60 tank series was never officially christened as a Patton tank. It has been called a "produc

  Title: Alenia C-27J Spartan (similarity: 0.1127)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alenia_C-27J_Spartan
  QID: Q1161870
  Extract: The Alenia C-27J Spartan is a military transport aircraft developed and manufactured by Leonardo's Aircraft Division, formerly Alenia Aermacchi until 2016. It is an advanced derivative of the former Alenia Aeronautica's earlier G.222, equipped with the engines and various other systems also used on 

model_pass1          : claude-sonnet-4-20250514
model_pass2          : claude-haiku-4-5-20251001
inference_confidence : high
confidence_notes     : Strong confidence based on comprehensive O*NET data including detailed work activities, skills, and task descriptions. BLS wage data provides reliable market intelligence, and the occupation is well-established in manufacturing sectors.
inferred_at          : 2026-06-04T02:30:18.385492+00:00
tokens_input         : 4,820
tokens_output        : 4,131
cost_usd             : $0.044400
wikipedia_used       : False
wikipedia_title      : None
wikipedia_note       : No relevant Wikipedia articles found for this specific occupation. The role is well-defined through occupational databases and represents a standard manufacturing production position.

--- PROSE FIELDS ---

ROLE SUMMARY:
Packaging and Filling Machine Operators and Tenders operate automated equipment to prepare industrial and consumer products for storage or shipment, including food packaging in canneries. These production workers monitor machinery, inspect product quality, and perform routine maintenance to ensure efficient packaging operations. They work primarily in manufacturing facilities, maintaining steady production flow while ensuring products meet quality standards.

DAY IN THE LIFE:
A typical day involves starting up packaging machines by engaging controls and adjusting settings for speed, temperature, and pressure based on product specifications. Workers continuously monitor production lines for problems like jams, pile-ups, or adhesive failures, stopping machines when malfunctions occur and clearing equipment jams. They inspect products and packaging materials, removing defective items to maintain quality standards. Throughout shifts, they supply materials to conveyors and feeding devices, unload packaged products, and perform routine maintenance tasks like cleaning, oiling, and making minor adjustments to machinery. Regular communication with supervisors about equipment issues and production status is essential.

WHO THRIVES:
Individuals who excel in this role demonstrate strong attention to detail and dependability, as consistent monitoring and quality control are critical. They possess good manual dexterity and arm-hand steadiness for operating controls and handling materials, along with perceptual speed to quickly identify problems on fast-moving production lines. Successful operators have realistic and conventional personality traits, preferring structured work environments with clear procedures and concrete outcomes. They work well independently while following established protocols, and can maintain focus during repetitive tasks while staying alert for equipment malfunctions or quality issues.

CAREER ENTRY:
Most positions require only a high school diploma (79.7% of workers) or less than high school education (17.3%), with extensive on-the-job training provided. Entry typically involves learning machine operation, safety procedures, and quality standards through hands-on instruction over several weeks. Some employers prefer candidates with basic mechanical aptitude or previous manufacturing experience, though this is not required for most entry-level positions.

CAREER TRAJECTORY:
Workers often advance to lead operator or line supervisor roles after gaining experience and demonstrating reliability. Some transition to machine setup and maintenance positions, or move into quality control and inspection roles. With additional training, operators may advance to production technician positions or pursue specialized roles in equipment maintenance and repair.

MARKET INTELLIGENCE:
The occupation employs 379,060 workers nationally with a median annual wage of $43,220 (BLS OEWS May 2025), ranging from $33,390 to $60,030. Manufacturing accounts for the largest employment base with 298,640 positions, followed by administrative and support services (34,600) and wholesale trade (23,690). Geographic wage variation is moderate, with New Hampshire offering the highest wages at $49,450 and Puerto Rico the lowest at $27,970, representing a 1.77x ratio. The role offers stable employment in essential production operations across diverse manufacturing sectors.

AUTOMATION OUTLOOK:
While packaging machinery continues advancing with automated controls and sensors, human operators remain essential for monitoring complex equipment, handling exceptions, and ensuring quality standards. The high importance of monitoring processes (4.0), inspecting equipment (3.8), and handling objects (3.8) represents work that requires human judgment and dexterity that is difficult to fully automate.

--- REASONED EDGES ---
  [task_similarity] Packers and Packagers, Hand (53-7064.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles involve packaging products and inspecting for quality, with hand packers performing similar functions manually.
    data: Both inspect and remove defective products
    data: Both package products for storage or shipment
  [task_similarity] Machine Feeders and Offbearers (53-7063.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles involve feeding materials into equipment and unloading products from machines.
    data: Supply materials to feeding devices
    data: Unload packaged product
  [skill_overlap] Extruding, Forming, Pressing, and Compacting Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders (51-9041.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both require operations monitoring (3.2 importance) and operation and control skills for machine operation.
    data: Operations Monitoring skill overlap
    data: Machine operation and control requirements
  [riasec_cluster] Cutting and Slicing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders (51-9032.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both roles fall in the realistic-conventional cluster, involving machine operation in manufacturing settings.
    data: R:6.63, C:4.91 RIASEC profile
    data: Manufacturing machine operation focus
  [knowledge_overlap] Mixing and Blending Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders (51-9023.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both require production and processing knowledge (3.8 importance) and mechanical knowledge (3.5 importance).
    data: Production and Processing knowledge requirement
    data: Mechanical knowledge overlap

--- NORMALIZER SIGNALS ---
  match_keywords   : ['packaging machine operator', 'filling machine operator', 'packaging equipment', 'production line', 'cannery worker', 'machine tender', 'packaging operator', 'filling operator']
  exclude_keywords : ['hand packer', 'manual packaging', 'warehouse', 'shipping clerk', 'material handler']
  title_patterns   : ['*packaging*operator*', '*filling*machine*', '*cannery*', '*packer*operator*', '*machine*tender*']
  common_variations: ['packaging machine operator', 'filling machine tender', 'cannery operator', 'packaging equipment operator', 'production line operator', 'automatic packer operator', 'bagging machine operator', 'assembly line packaging']

total_terms    : 40
top_words      : ['equipment', 'tendency', 'others', 'products', 'production', 'materials', 'principles', 'quality', 'machine', 'control', 'standards', 'objects', 'problems', 'product', 'includes', 'monitoring', 'ideas', 'machines', 'packaging', 'processing']
source_layers  : onet_tasks | onet_dimensions | dwas | wikipedia | inference

TERM                    COUNT     FREQ  DOMINANT SOURCE      SOURCE BREAKDOWN
──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────
equipment                  44  0.01562  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:52%  dwas:30%  inference:16%
tendency                   42  0.01491  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
others                     39  0.01384  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:97%  dwas:3%
products                   30  0.01065  dwas                 dwas:57%  onet_dimensions:17%  onet_tasks:13%
production                 26  0.00923  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:31%  inference:31%  dwas:27%
materials                  21  0.00745  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:48%  dwas:29%  inference:14%
principles                 16  0.00568  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
quality                    15  0.00532  inference            inference:53%  onet_dimensions:40%  onet_tasks:7%
machine                    14  0.00497  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:64%  inference:21%  onet_dimensions:14%
control                    14  0.00497  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:86%  inference:14%
standards                  13  0.00462  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:62%  inference:31%  onet_tasks:8%
objects                    13  0.00462  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:92%  inference:8%
problems                   12  0.00426  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:75%  inference:17%  onet_tasks:8%
product                    12  0.00426  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:58%  onet_dimensions:17%  inference:17%
includes                   12  0.00426  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
monitoring                 11  0.00391  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:73%  inference:27%
ideas                      11  0.00391  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
machines                   10  0.00355  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:70%  inference:20%  onet_tasks:10%
packaging                  10  0.00355  inference            inference:60%  onet_tasks:40%
processing                 10  0.00355  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:40%  dwas:40%  onet_tasks:20%
procedures                 10  0.00355  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:80%  inference:20%
techniques                 10  0.00355  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
quickly                    10  0.00355  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:90%  inference:10%
body                       10  0.00355  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
operations                  9  0.00319  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:67%  inference:22%  onet_tasks:11%
speed                       9  0.00319  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:67%  inference:22%  onet_tasks:11%
hand                        9  0.00319  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:78%  onet_tasks:11%  inference:11%
needs                       9  0.00319  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  dwas:11%
maintenance                 9  0.00319  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:44%  inference:44%  dwas:11%
human                       9  0.00319  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:78%  inference:22%
resources                   9  0.00319  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
activities                  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%
packaged                    8  0.00284  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:88%  inference:12%
finished                    8  0.00284  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:62%  dwas:38%
rules                       8  0.00284  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
design                      8  0.00284  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:75%  wikipedia:25%
storage                     8  0.00284  dwas                 dwas:75%  onet_dimensions:12%  inference:12%
handling                    8  0.00284  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:62%  inference:38%