[Core] [64% incumbents] Align and position materials being joined to ensure accurate application of adhesive or heat sealing.
  DWAs: Align parts or workpieces to ensure proper assembly.

[Core] [64% incumbents] Adjust machine components according to specifications such as widths, lengths, and thickness of materials and amounts of glue, cement, or adhesive required.
  DWAs: Adjust equipment controls to regulate flow of production materials or products.

[Core] [64% incumbents] Fill machines with glue, cement, or adhesives.
  DWAs: Load materials into production equipment.

[Core] [64% incumbents] Perform test production runs and make adjustments as necessary to ensure that completed products meet standards and specifications.
  DWAs: Conduct test runs of production equipment.

[Core] [64% incumbents] Examine and measure completed materials or products to verify conformance to specifications, using measuring devices such as tape measures, gauges, or calipers.
  DWAs: Measure dimensions of completed products or workpieces to verify conformance to specifications.

[Core] [64% incumbents] Remove and stack completed materials or products, and restock materials to be joined.
  DWAs: Stack finished items for further processing or shipment. | Remove products or workpieces from production equipment.

[Core] [64% incumbents] Observe gauges, meters, and control panels to obtain information about equipment temperatures and pressures, or the speed of feeders or conveyors.
  DWAs: Monitor instruments to ensure proper production conditions.

[Core] [64% incumbents] Maintain production records such as quantities, dimensions, and thicknesses of materials processed.
  DWAs: Record operational or production data.

[Core] [64% incumbents] Remove jammed materials from machines and readjust components as necessary to resume normal operations.
  DWAs: Clear equipment jams.

[Core] [64% incumbents] Mount or load material such as paper, plastic, wood, or rubber in feeding mechanisms of cementing or gluing machines.
  DWAs: Load materials into production equipment. | Mount materials or workpieces onto production equipment.

[Core] [64% incumbents] Transport materials, supplies, and finished products between storage and work areas, using forklifts.
  DWAs: Move products, materials, or equipment between work areas. | Operate forklifts or other loaders.

[Supplemental] [64% incumbents] Clean and maintain gluing and cementing machines, using solutions, lubricants, brushes, and scrapers.
  DWAs: Clean production equipment. | Maintain production or processing equipment.

[Core] [63% incumbents] Monitor machine operations to detect malfunctions and report or resolve problems.
  DWAs: Watch operating equipment to detect malfunctions. | Notify others of equipment repair or maintenance needs.

[Core] [63% incumbents] Start machines, and turn valves or move controls to feed, admit, apply, or transfer materials and adhesives, and to adjust temperature, pressure, and time settings.
  DWAs: Adjust equipment controls to regulate flow of production materials or products. | Adjust temperature controls of ovens or other heating equipment.

[Core] [63% incumbents] Read work orders and communicate with coworkers to determine machine and equipment settings and adjustments and supply and product specifications.
  DWAs: Read work orders or other instructions to determine product specifications or materials requirements. | Study blueprints or other instructions to determine equipment setup requirements. | Exchange information with colleagues.

[Supplemental] [63% incumbents] Measure and mix ingredients to prepare glue.
  DWAs: Measure ingredients or substances to be used in production processes. | Mix substances to create chemical solutions.

--- SKILLS ---
  Active Listening (imp:3.12 lvl:2.75) — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand
  Speaking (imp:3.12 lvl:2.62) — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
  Monitoring (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organization
  Reading Comprehension (imp:3.00 lvl:2.50) — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
  Critical Thinking (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternativ
  Writing (imp:2.75 lvl:2.25) — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audienc
  Active Learning (imp:2.62 lvl:2.38) — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future pr
  Mathematics (imp:2.50 lvl:2.38) — Using mathematics to solve problems.
  Learning Strategies (imp:2.25 lvl:2.12) — 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:4.04 lvl:4.13) — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and ot
  Mechanical (imp:3.68 lvl:4.05) — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and main
  English Language (imp:3.40 lvl:3.36) — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the mea
  Mathematics (imp:2.97 lvl:2.80) — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their appl
  Customer and Personal Service (imp:2.95 lvl:2.49) — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal servic
  Education and Training (imp:2.92 lvl:3.51) — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching
  Public Safety and Security (imp:2.86 lvl:2.50) — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote
  Computers and Electronics (imp:2.76 lvl:3.07) — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and comput
  Administration and Management (imp:2.74 lvl:2.42) — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, 
  Chemistry (imp:2.46 lvl:3.17) — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances a
  Psychology (imp:2.41 lvl:2.15) — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, 
  Engineering and Technology (imp:2.31 lvl:2.32) — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Th
  Personnel and Human Resources (imp:2.27 lvl:2.15) — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, tra
  Sales and Marketing (imp:2.20 lvl:1.83) — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products
  Administrative (imp:2.10 lvl:1.46) — Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word proce
  Physics (imp:1.95 lvl:1.48) — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships,
  Design (imp:1.80 lvl:1.27) — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of 
  Transportation (imp:1.80 lvl:1.55) — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea
  Economics and Accounting (imp:1.78 lvl:1.28) — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial mar
  Telecommunications (imp:1.78 lvl:0.99) — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of te
  Law and Government (imp:1.65) — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulat
  Sociology and Anthropology (imp:1.63 lvl:1.02) — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human 
  Therapy and Counseling (imp:1.49) — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and r
  Communications and Media (imp:1.47 lvl:0.72) — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and m
  Building and Construction (imp:1.46 lvl:1.07) — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or r
  Medicine and Dentistry (imp:1.45) — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human i
  Geography (imp:1.31) — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, an
  Philosophy and Theology (imp:1.30) — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their 
  Foreign Language (imp:1.22) — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language inclu
  Biology (imp:1.21) — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interd
  Food Production (imp:1.20) — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food
  Fine Arts (imp:1.09) — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform
  History and Archeology (imp:1.03) — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civi

--- ABILITIES ---
  Arm-Hand Steadiness (imp:3.62 lvl:3.00) — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while hold
  Manual Dexterity (imp:3.62 lvl:3.00) — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your
  Static Strength (imp:3.62 lvl:3.50) — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
  Control Precision (imp:3.50 lvl:3.38) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehi
  Trunk Strength (imp:3.50 lvl:3.12) — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the 
  Near Vision (imp:3.50 lvl:3.25) — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
  Problem Sensitivity (imp:3.38 lvl:3.00) — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does no
  Finger Dexterity (imp:3.38 lvl:3.12) — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or bot
  Rate Control (imp:3.38 lvl:3.12) — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in an
  Oral Comprehension (imp:3.25 lvl:3.12) — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through 
  Perceptual Speed (imp:3.25 lvl:3.12) — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among
  Multilimb Coordination (imp:3.25 lvl:3.62) — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or
  Reaction Time (imp:3.25 lvl:3.38) — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sou
  Extent Flexibility (imp:3.25 lvl:3.38) — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
  Written Comprehension (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
  Oral Expression (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will unde
  Deductive Reasoning (imp:3.12 lvl:2.75) — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that 
  Information Ordering (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according
  Category Flexibility (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping
  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:3.25) — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distrac
  Stamina (imp:3.12 lvl:2.62) — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getti
  Inductive Reasoning (imp:3.00 lvl:2.75) — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusion
  Flexibility of Closure (imp:3.00 lvl:2.75) — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or so
  Dynamic Strength (imp:3.00 lvl:2.75) — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This inv
  Depth Perception (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you
  Auditory Attention (imp:3.00 lvl:3.12) — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distra
  Speech Recognition (imp:3.00 lvl:2.75) — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
  Speech Clarity (imp:3.00 lvl:2.62) — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
  Response Orientation (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two o
  Gross Body Coordination (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together wh
  Far Vision (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to see details at a distance.
  Written Expression (imp:2.75 lvl:2.25) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will under
  Time Sharing (imp:2.75 lvl:2.25) — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of
  Wrist-Finger Speed (imp:2.75 lvl:2.38) — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and 
  Visual Color Discrimination (imp:2.75 lvl:2.62) — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of c
  Hearing Sensitivity (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch 
  Mathematical Reasoning (imp:2.50 lvl:2.00) — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a prob
  Number Facility (imp:2.38 lvl:2.12) — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
  Speed of Closure (imp:2.25 lvl:2.00) — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into mea
  Speed of Limb Movement (imp:2.25 lvl:1.75) — The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
  Memorization (imp:2.12 lvl:1.75) — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and proced
  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
  Originality (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situa
  Peripheral Vision (imp:2.00 lvl:1.50) — The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes ar
  Fluency of Ideas (imp:1.88 lvl:1.75) — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas
  Spatial Orientation (imp:1.88 lvl:1.25) — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know wher
  Explosive Strength (imp:1.88 lvl:1.12) — The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping
  Sound Localization (imp:1.88 lvl:1.12) — The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.
  Night Vision (imp:1.75 lvl:1.12) — The ability to see under low-light conditions.
  Glare Sensitivity (imp:1.75 lvl:1.25) — The ability to see objects in the presence of a glare or bright lighting.
  Dynamic Flexibility (imp:1.50 lvl:0.75) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with yo

--- WORK ACTIVITIES ---
  Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:4.60 lvl:4.92) — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines 
  Handling and Moving Objects (imp:4.44 lvl:6.24) — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials,
  Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (imp:4.36 lvl:3.46) — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors o
  Getting Information (imp:4.20 lvl:2.62) — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sour
  Performing General Physical Activities (imp:4.17 lvl:4.20) — Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require co
  Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (imp:4.11 lvl:3.44) — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or 
  Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (imp:4.04 lvl:3.69) — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment,
  Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People (imp:4.00 lvl:3.49) — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
  Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (imp:3.99 lvl:2.80) — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, s
  Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (imp:3.89 lvl:3.31) — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone,
  Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (imp:3.68 lvl:3.82) — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your
  Making Decisions and Solving Problems (imp:3.48 lvl:3.31) — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and sol
  Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (imp:3.47 lvl:2.65) — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events o
  Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (imp:3.46 lvl:2.72) — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resourc
  Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (imp:3.42 lvl:3.21) — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, an
  Documenting/Recording Information (imp:3.38 lvl:2.41) — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in writte
  Training and Teaching Others (imp:3.35 lvl:3.10) — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or tr
  Processing Information (imp:3.25 lvl:2.45) — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying
  Developing and Building Teams (imp:3.12 lvl:3.67) — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team membe
  Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (imp:3.05 lvl:3.20) — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and m
  Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (imp:3.02 lvl:3.16) — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
  Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (imp:2.92 lvl:2.92) — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
  Working with Computers (imp:2.84 lvl:2.18) — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to progra
  Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (imp:2.72 lvl:1.90) — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
  Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (imp:2.62 lvl:2.16) — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines,
  Analyzing Data or Information (imp:2.58 lvl:2.28) — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by break
  Scheduling Work and Activities (imp:2.56 lvl:2.24) — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
  Coaching and Developing Others (imp:2.53 lvl:2.66) — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherw
  Developing Objectives and Strategies (imp:2.48 lvl:1.81) — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to 
  Assisting and Caring for Others (imp:2.36 lvl:2.39) — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other pe
  Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (imp:2.22 lvl:1.71) — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance 
  Thinking Creatively (imp:2.20 lvl:2.20) — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, syste
  Providing Consultation and Advice to Others (imp:2.08 lvl:1.31) — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical,
  Performing Administrative Activities (imp:2.07 lvl:1.50) — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files
  Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (imp:1.97 lvl:1.22) — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, 
  Selling or Influencing Others (imp:1.73) — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or
  Monitoring and Controlling Resources (imp:1.57 lvl:0.99) — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
  Staffing Organizational Units (imp:1.56) — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organ
  Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (imp:1.49 lvl:0.75) — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to t
  Communicating with People Outside the Organization (imp:1.31) — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organizatio
  Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (imp:1.13) — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving

--- WORK STYLES ---
  Attention to Detail (imp:2.16) — 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
  Dependability (imp:2.00) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Cautiousness (imp:1.56) — 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:0.82) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Achievement Orientation (imp:0.75) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Integrity (imp:0.56) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Self-Confidence (imp:0.43) — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Cooperation (imp:0.43) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Self-Control (imp:0.39) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Adaptability (imp:0.34) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Initiative (imp:0.25) — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Perseverance (imp:0.22) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Sincerity (imp:0.10) — 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:-0.11) — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Empathy (imp:-0.13) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Social Orientation (imp:-0.23) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Humility (imp:-0.25) — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Intellectual Curiosity (imp:-0.29) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Innovation (imp:-0.50) — 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:-0.71) — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.

--- TRANSFERABLE SKILLS ---
  Operation and Control (imp:3.88 lvl:3.75) — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
  Operations Monitoring (imp:3.75 lvl:4.00) — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working pr
  Quality Control Analysis (imp:3.12 lvl:3.50) — 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.
  Troubleshooting (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
  Repairing (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
  Time Management (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
  Social Perceptiveness (imp:2.88 lvl:2.38) — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
  Equipment Maintenance (imp:2.88 lvl:3.12) — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind o
  Complex Problem Solving (imp:2.75 lvl:2.50) — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and ev
  Systems Analysis (imp:2.75 lvl:2.62) — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, 
  Judgment and Decision Making (imp:2.62 lvl:2.50) — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the m
  Instructing (imp:2.25 lvl:2.38) — Teaching others how to do something.
  Service Orientation (imp:2.25 lvl:2.00) — Actively looking for ways to help people.
  Equipment Selection (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
  Systems Evaluation (imp:2.12 lvl:1.88) — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed 
  Persuasion (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
  Negotiation (imp:1.88 lvl:1.62) — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
  Management of Personnel Resources (imp:1.88 lvl:1.75) — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best 
  Operations Analysis (imp:1.75 lvl:0.75) — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
  Management of Financial Resources (imp:1.75 lvl:0.75) — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for the
  Management of Material Resources (imp:1.75 lvl:1.25) — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materi
  Programming (imp:1.62 lvl:0.62) — Writing computer programs for various purposes.
  Technology Design (imp:1.25 lvl:0.25) — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
  Installation (imp:1.12 lvl:0.12) — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.

--- NATIONAL WAGES ---
  total_employment : 11,500
  annual_median    : $46,460
  annual_pct10     : $31,460
  annual_pct25     : $37,220
  annual_pct75     : $53,610
  annual_pct90     : $60,810
  annual_mean      : $46,850
  hourly_median    : $22.34

--- GEOGRAPHIC DISPERSION ---
  highest_state    : Utah ($65,500)
  lowest_state     : Mississippi ($31,250)
  dispersion_ratio : 2.096x

--- TOP STATES BY WAGE (36 total) ---
  Manufacturing                            emp:   10,620  median: $  47,360
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:      510  median: $  37,210
  Wholesale Trade                          emp:      150  median: $  40,560
  Transportation and Warehousing           emp:       70  median: $  46,760

--- TOP INDUSTRIES BY EMPLOYMENT (4 total) ---
  Manufacturing                            emp:   10,620  median: $  47,360
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:      510  median: $  37,210
  Wholesale Trade                          emp:      150  median: $  40,560
  Transportation and Warehousing           emp:       70  median: $  46,760

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--- SEMANTIC NEIGHBORS (5) ---

  Title: Pere Marquette 1225 (similarity: 0.2154)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pere_Marquette_1225
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  QID: Q156878
  Extract: The Heinkel He 162 Volksjäger is a German single-engine, jet-powered fighter aircraft fielded by the Luftwaffe late in World War II. Developed under the Emergency Fighter Program, it was designed and built quickly and made primarily of wood as metals were in very short supply and prioritised for oth

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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 task descriptions, work activities, and clear industry concentration in manufacturing with specific wage data from BLS OEWS May 2025.
inferred_at          : 2026-06-04T02:36:51.111331+00:00
tokens_input         : 4,917
tokens_output        : 4,509
cost_usd             : $0.048937
wikipedia_used       : False
wikipedia_title      : None
wikipedia_note       : No relevant Wikipedia match found, as semantic neighbors relate to locomotives and aircraft rather than manufacturing equipment. This specialized manufacturing occupation lacks comprehensive Wikipedia coverage.

--- PROSE FIELDS ---

ROLE SUMMARY:
Adhesive Bonding Machine Operators and Tenders operate specialized machinery that uses adhesives to join materials for manufacturing processes or finished products. They work with diverse materials including veneer sheets for plywood, paper products, rubber and fabric components, plastics, and simulated leather. These operators ensure precise alignment, monitor adhesive application, and maintain quality standards throughout the bonding process.

DAY IN THE LIFE:
Operators begin by loading materials such as paper, plastic, wood, or rubber into feeding mechanisms of bonding machines. They fill machines with appropriate adhesives, cement, or glue, then adjust components according to specifications for material width, length, thickness, and adhesive amounts. Throughout production runs, they monitor gauges, meters, and control panels to track equipment temperatures, pressures, and operational speed. They continuously inspect completed materials using measuring devices to verify conformance to specifications, remove and stack finished products, and maintain detailed production records of quantities and dimensions processed.

WHO THRIVES:
Successful adhesive bonding operators possess strong attention to detail and dependability, as quality control is critical in manufacturing processes. They have steady hands and good manual dexterity for precise material alignment and machine adjustments. These workers are mechanically inclined with realistic interests, comfortable working with equipment and following systematic procedures. They demonstrate problem sensitivity to identify issues early and have the physical capabilities for handling materials and maintaining control precision during operations.

CAREER ENTRY:
Most positions require a high school diploma or equivalent, with 72.6% of workers having this education level according to O*NET data. Some employers prefer post-secondary certificates in manufacturing or mechanical fields, representing 16.7% of the workforce. On-the-job training is typically provided to learn specific machine operations, adhesive properties, and quality control procedures. Entry-level workers often start as machine feeders or general production workers before advancing to operator roles.

CAREER TRAJECTORY:
Experienced operators can advance to machine setter positions, taking on responsibilities for equipment setup and initial adjustments. Career progression may lead to production supervisor roles, quality control specialist positions, or maintenance technician roles. Some operators transition to related manufacturing occupations such as packaging machine operations, woodworking machine operations, or specialized roles in paper goods or textile production.

MARKET INTELLIGENCE:
The occupation employs 11,500 workers nationally with a median annual wage of $46,460 according to BLS OEWS May 2025 data, ranging from $31,460 to $60,810. Manufacturing accounts for 92% of employment (10,620 positions), with additional opportunities in administrative support services and wholesale trade. Geographic wage variation is significant, with Utah offering the highest wages at $65,500 compared to Mississippi's $31,250, reflecting regional manufacturing concentrations. The small employment base suggests specialized demand concentrated in specific manufacturing sectors.

AUTOMATION OUTLOOK:
Automation risk is moderate as the role requires physical dexterity for material handling and machine monitoring that current technology cannot fully replicate. While some adhesive application processes may become more automated, operators will likely remain essential for quality inspection, material loading, and troubleshooting equipment issues that require human judgment and manual intervention.

--- REASONED EDGES ---
  [task_similarity] Paper Goods Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders (51-9196.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles involve machine operation for material processing with shared work activities of controlling machines and handling materials at similar skill levels.
    data: Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:4.6)
    data: Handling and Moving Objects (imp:4.4)
    data: O*NET Primary-Short relationship
  [skill_overlap] Cutting and Slicing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders (51-9032.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Shared emphasis on Operation and Control (imp:3.9) and Operations Monitoring (imp:3.8) transferable skills with similar precision requirements.
    data: Operation and Control transferable skill
    data: Operations Monitoring transferable skill
    data: O*NET Primary-Short relationship
  [career_pathway] Machine Feeders and Offbearers (53-7063.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Machine Feeders serve as entry-level positions leading to adhesive bonding operator roles, sharing material handling and basic machine operation tasks.
    data: Job Zone 2 preparation level
    data: Handling and Moving Objects work activity
    data: Material loading tasks
  [riasec_cluster] Extruding, Forming, Pressing, and Compacting Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders (51-9041.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both occupations show dominant Realistic orientation (R:6.49) with secondary Conventional traits, indicating similar work environment preferences for systematic, hands-on manufacturing tasks.
    data: Realistic RIASEC code
    data: Manufacturing industry concentration
    data: Machine operation focus
  [knowledge_overlap] Rolling Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic (51-4023.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Shared high-importance Production and Processing knowledge (imp:4.0) and Mechanical knowledge (imp:3.7) essential for manufacturing equipment operation.
    data: Production and Processing knowledge
    data: Mechanical knowledge
    data: Control Precision ability
  [transferable_skill] Packaging and Filling Machine Operators and Tenders (51-9111.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Quality Control Analysis (imp:3.1) and Troubleshooting (imp:3.0) skills transfer directly between packaging and adhesive bonding operations.
    data: Quality Control Analysis transferable skill
    data: Troubleshooting transferable skill
    data: O*NET Primary-Long relationship

--- NORMALIZER SIGNALS ---
  match_keywords   : ['adhesive bonding', 'bonding machine operator', 'glue machine operator', 'adhesive machine', 'laminating operator', 'bonding equipment', 'cementing machine', 'adhesive application']
  exclude_keywords : ['supervisor', 'manager', 'engineer', 'technician', 'maintenance']
  title_patterns   : ['*Bonding*Operator*', '*Adhesive*Machine*', '*Glue*Operator*', '*Laminator*', '*Bonder*']
  common_variations: ['Adhesive Laminator', 'Bonding Machine Operator', 'Glue Machine Operator', 'Automatic Gluing Machine Operator', 'Bonder', 'Bindery Operator', 'Laminating Operator', 'Cementing Machine Operator']

total_terms    : 40
top_words      : ['equipment', 'tendency', 'others', 'materials', 'production', 'control', 'products', 'principles', 'machines', 'machine', 'operations', 'includes', 'objects', 'quality', 'ideas', 'specifications', 'standards', 'problems', 'procedures', 'techniques']
source_layers  : onet_tasks | onet_dimensions | dwas | wikipedia | inference

TERM                    COUNT     FREQ  DOMINANT SOURCE      SOURCE BREAKDOWN
──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────
equipment                  45  0.01589  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:51%  dwas:33%  inference:11%
tendency                   42  0.01484  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
others                     40  0.01413  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:95%  dwas:2%  wikipedia:2%
materials                  31  0.01095  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:32%  onet_tasks:29%  dwas:23%
production                 27  0.00954  dwas                 dwas:44%  onet_dimensions:30%  inference:19%
control                    18  0.00636  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:67%  inference:28%  onet_tasks:6%
products                   17  0.00600  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:29%  dwas:29%  onet_tasks:24%
principles                 16  0.00565  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
machines                   14  0.00494  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:50%  onet_tasks:36%  inference:14%
machine                    13  0.00459  inference            inference:62%  onet_tasks:23%  onet_dimensions:15%
operations                 12  0.00424  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:50%  inference:33%  onet_tasks:17%
includes                   12  0.00424  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
objects                    12  0.00424  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
quality                    11  0.00389  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:55%  inference:45%
ideas                      11  0.00389  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
specifications             10  0.00353  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:40%  onet_dimensions:20%  dwas:20%
standards                  10  0.00353  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:80%  onet_tasks:10%  inference:10%
problems                   10  0.00353  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:90%  onet_tasks:10%
procedures                 10  0.00353  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:80%  inference:20%
techniques                 10  0.00353  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
quickly                    10  0.00353  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:90%  wikipedia:10%
body                       10  0.00353  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
monitoring                  9  0.00318  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  inference:11%
needs                       9  0.00318  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  dwas:11%
design                      9  0.00318  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:67%  wikipedia:33%
resources                   9  0.00318  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
activities                  9  0.00318  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
orientation                 9  0.00318  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
manufacturing               9  0.00318  inference            inference:100%
adhesive                    8  0.00283  inference            inference:75%  onet_tasks:25%
speed                       8  0.00283  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:75%  onet_tasks:12%  inference:12%
material                    8  0.00283  inference            inference:50%  onet_dimensions:38%  onet_tasks:12%
problem                     8  0.00283  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  inference:12%
rules                       8  0.00283  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
human                       8  0.00283  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  inference:12%
physical                    8  0.00283  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:75%  inference:25%
events                      8  0.00283  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
performing                  8  0.00283  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
actions                     8  0.00283  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
identifying                 8  0.00283  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%