[Core] Read work orders or examine parts to determine parts or sections of products to be produced.
  DWAs: Read work orders or other instructions to determine product specifications or materials requirements.

[Core] Trim or remove excess material, using scrapers, knives, or band saws.
  DWAs: Trim excess material from workpieces.

[Supplemental] Brush or spray mold surfaces with parting agents or insert paper into molds to ensure smoothness and prevent sticking or seepage.
  DWAs: Apply parting agents or other solutions to molds.

[Supplemental] Engrave or stamp identifying symbols, letters, or numbers on products.
  DWAs: Engrave designs, text, or other markings onto materials, workpieces, or products.

[Supplemental] Assemble, insert, and adjust wires, tubes, cores, fittings, rods, or patterns into molds, using hand tools and depth gauges.
  DWAs: Build production molds.

[Supplemental] Clean, finish, and lubricate molds and mold parts.
  DWAs: Clean workpieces or finished products. | Apply lubricants or coolants to workpieces.

[Supplemental] Separate models or patterns from molds and examine products for accuracy.
  DWAs: Remove workpieces from molds.

[Supplemental] Set the proper operating temperature for each casting.
  DWAs: Adjust temperature controls of ovens or other heating equipment.

[Supplemental] Load or stack filled molds in ovens, dryers, or curing boxes, or on storage racks or carts.
  DWAs: Stack finished items for further processing or shipment. | Load items into ovens or furnaces.

[Supplemental] Align and assemble parts to produce completed products, using gauges and hand tools.
  DWAs: Assemble metal or plastic parts or products. | Align parts or workpieces to ensure proper assembly.

[Supplemental] Operate and adjust controls of heating equipment to melt material or to cure, dry, or bake filled molds.
  DWAs: Adjust temperature controls of ovens or other heating equipment. | Operate heating or drying equipment.

[Supplemental] Select sizes and types of molds according to instructions.
  DWAs: Select production equipment according to product specifications.

[Supplemental] Patch broken edges or fractures, using clay or plaster.
  DWAs: Fill cracks, imperfections, or holes in products or workpieces.

[Supplemental] Withdraw cores or other loose mold members after castings solidify.
  DWAs: Remove workpieces from molds.

[Supplemental] Repair mold defects, such as cracks or broken edges, using patterns, mold boxes, or hand tools.
  DWAs: Repair templates, patterns, or molds.

[Supplemental] Measure and cut products to specified dimensions, using measuring and cutting instruments.
  DWAs: Measure materials to mark reference points, cutting lines, or other indicators. | Cut industrial materials in preparation for fabrication or processing.

[Supplemental] Smooth surfaces of molds, using scraping tools or sandpaper.
  DWAs: Smooth metal surfaces or edges.

[Supplemental] Measure ingredients and mix molding, casting material, or sealing compounds to prescribed consistencies, according to formulas.
  DWAs: Measure ingredients or substances to be used in production processes. | Mix substances to create chemical solutions.

[Supplemental] Remove excess materials and level and smooth wet mold mixtures.
  DWAs: Trim excess material from workpieces.

[Supplemental] Verify dimensions of products, using measuring instruments, such as calipers, vernier gauges, or protractors.
  DWAs: Measure dimensions of completed products or workpieces to verify conformance to specifications.

[Supplemental] Bore holes or cut grates, risers, or pouring spouts in molds, using power tools.
  DWAs: Cut industrial materials in preparation for fabrication or processing. | Drill holes in parts, equipment, or materials.

[Supplemental] Tap or tilt molds to ensure uniform distribution of materials.
  DWAs: Adjust position of molds during processing.

[None] Construct or form molds for use in casting clay or plaster objects, using plaster, fiberglass, rubber, casting machines, patterns, or flasks.
  DWAs: Build production molds.

[None] Pour, pack, spread, or press plaster, concrete, or other materials into or around models or molds.
  DWAs: Place materials into molds.

--- SKILLS ---
  Reading Comprehension (imp:2.88 lvl:2.62) — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
  Active Listening (imp:2.88 lvl:2.62) — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand
  Speaking (imp:2.75 lvl:2.38) — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
  Monitoring (imp:2.75 lvl:2.50) — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organization
  Writing (imp:2.62 lvl:2.50) — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audienc
  Critical Thinking (imp:2.62 lvl:2.62) — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternativ
  Active Learning (imp:2.25 lvl:2.38) — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future pr
  Learning Strategies (imp:2.12 lvl:1.75) — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate fo
  Mathematics (imp:2.00 lvl:1.50) — Using mathematics to solve problems.
  Science (imp:1.00) — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.

--- KNOWLEDGE ---
  Production and Processing (imp:3.27 lvl:3.00) — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and ot
  Mechanical (imp:3.02 lvl:2.98) — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and main
  Administration and Management (imp:2.89 lvl:2.57) — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, 
  English Language (imp:2.65 lvl:2.67) — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the mea
  Mathematics (imp:2.62 lvl:2.28) — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their appl
  Engineering and Technology (imp:2.55 lvl:2.52) — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Th
  Education and Training (imp:2.44 lvl:2.68) — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching
  Customer and Personal Service (imp:2.37 lvl:2.02) — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal servic
  Public Safety and Security (imp:2.36 lvl:2.39) — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote
  Transportation (imp:2.25 lvl:1.95) — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea
  Administrative (imp:2.19 lvl:2.21) — Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word proce
  Design (imp:2.17 lvl:1.78) — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of 
  Physics (imp:2.14 lvl:1.69) — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships,
  Chemistry (imp:2.05 lvl:1.66) — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances a
  Personnel and Human Resources (imp:2.03 lvl:1.64) — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, tra
  Computers and Electronics (imp:2.00 lvl:1.72) — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and comput
  Economics and Accounting (imp:1.95 lvl:1.41) — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial mar
  Sales and Marketing (imp:1.95 lvl:1.47) — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products
  Building and Construction (imp:1.80 lvl:1.36) — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or r
  Sociology and Anthropology (imp:1.62) — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human 
  Communications and Media (imp:1.61 lvl:0.82) — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and m
  Psychology (imp:1.46) — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, 
  Law and Government (imp:1.40 lvl:0.59) — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulat
  Telecommunications (imp:1.40) — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of te
  Philosophy and Theology (imp:1.35) — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their 
  Medicine and Dentistry (imp:1.31 lvl:0.41) — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human i
  Geography (imp:1.22) — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, an
  Food Production (imp:1.20 lvl:0.23) — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food
  Fine Arts (imp:1.19) — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform
  Foreign Language (imp:1.15) — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language inclu
  Therapy and Counseling (imp:1.14) — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and r
  History and Archeology (imp:1.03) — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civi
  Biology (imp:1.00) — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interd

--- ABILITIES ---
  Arm-Hand Steadiness (imp:3.50 lvl:3.00) — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while hold
  Manual Dexterity (imp:3.38 lvl:2.88) — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your
  Finger Dexterity (imp:3.38 lvl:3.12) — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or bot
  Control Precision (imp:3.25 lvl:3.12) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehi
  Near Vision (imp:3.25 lvl:3.50) — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
  Oral Comprehension (imp:3.12 lvl:3.25) — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through 
  Selective Attention (imp:3.12 lvl:2.75) — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distrac
  Multilimb Coordination (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or
  Deductive Reasoning (imp:3.00 lvl:2.62) — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that 
  Inductive Reasoning (imp:3.00 lvl:2.75) — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusion
  Information Ordering (imp:3.00 lvl:3.38) — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according
  Extent Flexibility (imp:3.00 lvl:2.75) — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
  Written Comprehension (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
  Oral Expression (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will unde
  Problem Sensitivity (imp:2.88 lvl:2.62) — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does no
  Category Flexibility (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping
  Visualization (imp:2.88 lvl:3.12) — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when 
  Rate Control (imp:2.88 lvl:2.62) — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in an
  Reaction Time (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sou
  Trunk Strength (imp:2.88 lvl:3.12) — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the 
  Far Vision (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — The ability to see details at a distance.
  Speech Recognition (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
  Speech Clarity (imp:2.88 lvl:2.62) — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
  Perceptual Speed (imp:2.75 lvl:2.88) — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among
  Static Strength (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
  Visual Color Discrimination (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of c
  Written Expression (imp:2.62 lvl:2.62) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will under
  Flexibility of Closure (imp:2.62 lvl:2.75) — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or so
  Time Sharing (imp:2.62 lvl:2.50) — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of
  Stamina (imp:2.62 lvl:2.25) — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getti
  Fluency of Ideas (imp:2.50 lvl:2.12) — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas
  Response Orientation (imp:2.50 lvl:2.00) — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two o
  Auditory Attention (imp:2.50 lvl:2.25) — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distra
  Originality (imp:2.38 lvl:2.00) — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situa
  Wrist-Finger Speed (imp:2.38 lvl:2.12) — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and 
  Explosive Strength (imp:2.38 lvl:2.00) — The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping
  Dynamic Strength (imp:2.38 lvl:2.25) — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This inv
  Gross Body Equilibrium (imp:2.25 lvl:2.12) — The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unsta
  Depth Perception (imp:2.25 lvl:1.75) — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you
  Hearing Sensitivity (imp:2.25 lvl:2.25) — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch 
  Number Facility (imp:2.12 lvl:1.75) — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
  Speed of Closure (imp:2.12 lvl:1.88) — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into mea
  Spatial Orientation (imp:2.12 lvl:1.50) — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know wher
  Gross Body Coordination (imp:2.12 lvl:2.25) — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together wh
  Memorization (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and proced
  Glare Sensitivity (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — The ability to see objects in the presence of a glare or bright lighting.
  Mathematical Reasoning (imp:1.88 lvl:1.50) — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a prob
  Night Vision (imp:1.88 lvl:1.25) — The ability to see under low-light conditions.
  Peripheral Vision (imp:1.88 lvl:1.25) — The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes ar
  Sound Localization (imp:1.75 lvl:1.25) — The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.
  Speed of Limb Movement (imp:1.62 lvl:0.88) — The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
  Dynamic Flexibility (imp:1.25 lvl:0.38) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with yo

--- WORK ACTIVITIES ---
  Handling and Moving Objects (imp:4.10 lvl:6.02) — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials,
  Performing General Physical Activities (imp:4.09 lvl:4.62) — Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require co
  Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (imp:3.81 lvl:3.80) — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone,
  Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (imp:3.68 lvl:3.53) — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors o
  Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:3.66 lvl:4.13) — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines 
  Getting Information (imp:3.62 lvl:2.80) — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sour
  Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (imp:3.40 lvl:3.19) — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events o
  Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (imp:3.38 lvl:3.44) — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment,
  Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (imp:3.36 lvl:2.96) — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or 
  Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (imp:3.34 lvl:3.59) — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your
  Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (imp:3.21 lvl:3.42) — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
  Documenting/Recording Information (imp:3.21 lvl:2.61) — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in writte
  Making Decisions and Solving Problems (imp:3.19 lvl:3.07) — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and sol
  Processing Information (imp:3.15 lvl:3.25) — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying
  Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People (imp:3.11 lvl:3.30) — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
  Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (imp:3.06 lvl:3.50) — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and m
  Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (imp:2.96 lvl:2.28) — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
  Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (imp:2.89 lvl:2.72) — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resourc
  Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (imp:2.86 lvl:2.20) — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, s
  Training and Teaching Others (imp:2.82 lvl:2.40) — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or tr
  Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (imp:2.78 lvl:3.27) — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, an
  Analyzing Data or Information (imp:2.72 lvl:2.45) — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by break
  Thinking Creatively (imp:2.64 lvl:2.64) — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, syste
  Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (imp:2.59 lvl:2.44) — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines,
  Assisting and Caring for Others (imp:2.57 lvl:2.47) — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other pe
  Scheduling Work and Activities (imp:2.54 lvl:2.32) — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
  Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (imp:2.46 lvl:2.13) — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, 
  Coaching and Developing Others (imp:2.45 lvl:2.05) — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherw
  Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (imp:2.44 lvl:2.09) — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
  Developing and Building Teams (imp:2.43 lvl:1.88) — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team membe
  Working with Computers (imp:2.39 lvl:1.93) — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to progra
  Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (imp:2.38 lvl:2.31) — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to t
  Developing Objectives and Strategies (imp:2.36 lvl:1.93) — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to 
  Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (imp:2.29 lvl:1.78) — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance 
  Performing Administrative Activities (imp:2.29 lvl:1.69) — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files
  Providing Consultation and Advice to Others (imp:2.21 lvl:1.76) — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical,
  Selling or Influencing Others (imp:2.03 lvl:1.42) — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or
  Monitoring and Controlling Resources (imp:2.01 lvl:1.91) — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
  Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (imp:1.88 lvl:1.36) — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving
  Communicating with People Outside the Organization (imp:1.82 lvl:1.21) — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organizatio
  Staffing Organizational Units (imp:1.53 lvl:0.86) — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organ

--- WORK STYLES ---
  Attention to Detail (imp:1.92) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Dependability (imp:1.83) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Cautiousness (imp:1.20) — 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:0.71) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Integrity (imp:0.70) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Achievement Orientation (imp:0.65) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Stress Tolerance (imp:0.40) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Self-Confidence (imp:0.34) — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Self-Control (imp:0.33) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Adaptability (imp:0.16) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Initiative (imp:0.11) — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Cooperation (imp:0.06) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Sincerity (imp:0.04) — 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
  Dependability () — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Integrity () — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Stress Tolerance () — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Self-Control () — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Intellectual Curiosity (imp:-0.07) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Optimism (imp:-0.07) — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Empathy (imp:-0.14) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Innovation (imp:-0.20) — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Social Orientation (imp:-0.23) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Humility (imp:-0.38) — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Leadership Orientation (imp:-0.45) — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Tolerance for Ambiguity (imp:-0.57) — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.

--- TRANSFERABLE SKILLS ---
  Operation and Control (imp:3.00 lvl:2.62) — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
  Operations Monitoring (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working pr
  Quality Control Analysis (imp:2.75 lvl:2.38) — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate
  Social Perceptiveness (imp:2.62 lvl:2.38) — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
  Coordination (imp:2.62 lvl:2.38) — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
  Time Management (imp:2.62 lvl:2.62) — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
  Complex Problem Solving (imp:2.50 lvl:2.12) — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and ev
  Management of Personnel Resources (imp:2.50 lvl:2.00) — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best 
  Judgment and Decision Making (imp:2.38 lvl:2.38) — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the m
  Instructing (imp:2.25 lvl:2.12) — Teaching others how to do something.
  Service Orientation (imp:2.25 lvl:2.00) — Actively looking for ways to help people.
  Equipment Selection (imp:2.25 lvl:1.88) — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
  Troubleshooting (imp:2.25 lvl:2.12) — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
  Negotiation (imp:2.12 lvl:1.88) — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
  Equipment Maintenance (imp:2.12) — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind o
  Repairing (imp:2.12 lvl:1.88) — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
  Persuasion (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
  Systems Analysis (imp:1.88 lvl:1.38) — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, 
  Systems Evaluation (imp:1.88 lvl:1.38) — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed 
  Management of Material Resources (imp:1.88 lvl:1.00) — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materi
  Technology Design (imp:1.62 lvl:0.88) — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
  Management of Financial Resources (imp:1.62 lvl:0.75) — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for the
  Operations Analysis (imp:1.38 lvl:0.75) — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
  Installation (imp:1.12 lvl:0.25) — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.
  Programming (imp:1.00) — Writing computer programs for various purposes.

--- NATIONAL WAGES ---
  total_employment : 33,190
  annual_median    : $46,170
  annual_pct10     : $35,850
  annual_pct25     : $39,280
  annual_pct75     : $53,000
  annual_pct90     : $61,530
  annual_mean      : $47,500
  hourly_median    : $22.20

--- GEOGRAPHIC DISPERSION ---
  highest_state    : Montana ($57,860)
  lowest_state     : Arkansas ($35,620)
  dispersion_ratio : 1.624x

--- TOP STATES BY WAGE (48 total) ---
  Manufacturing                            emp:   27,390  median: $  45,990
  Construction                             emp:    3,110  median: $  49,840
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:    1,020  median: $  36,290
  Retail Trade                             emp:      770  median: $  46,290
  Wholesale Trade                          emp:      390  median: $  48,100
  Mining, Quarrying, and Oil and Gas Extraction emp:      100  median: $  52,720
  Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation      emp:       80  median: $  45,110
  Other Services (except Public Administration) emp:       80  median: $  49,530
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:       60  median: $  60,940

--- TOP INDUSTRIES BY EMPLOYMENT (9 total) ---
  Manufacturing                            emp:   27,390  median: $  45,990
  Construction                             emp:    3,110  median: $  49,840
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:    1,020  median: $  36,290
  Retail Trade                             emp:      770  median: $  46,290
  Wholesale Trade                          emp:      390  median: $  48,100
  Mining, Quarrying, and Oil and Gas Extraction emp:      100  median: $  52,720
  Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation      emp:       80  median: $  45,110
  Other Services (except Public Administration) emp:       80  median: $  49,530
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:       60  median: $  60,940

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         : 2026-06-02T23:27:02.963948Z

--- SEMANTIC NEIGHBORS (5) ---

  Title: Thick bed mortar (similarity: 0.1408)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Thick_bed_mortar
  QID: Q7783928
  Extract: A traditional method for the installation of tile and stone which involves setting the tile or stone into a mortar bed which has been packed over a surface.

  Title: Ling Cage (similarity: 0.1875)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ling_Cage
  QID: Q65555305
  Extract: Ling Cage is an original sci-fi action animation series produced by YHKT Entertainment. Created and directed by Dong Xiangbo, Season 1 was released on July 13, 2019 on Bilibili. Season 2 was released on the same platform on May 23, 2025. Across its two seasons, Ling Cage explores power, identity, an

  Title: Everybody Hates Chris (similarity: 0.2632)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Everybody_Hates_Chris
  QID: Q33323
  Extract: Everybody Hates Chris is an American semi-autobiographical sitcom created by Chris Rock and Ali LeRoi that originally aired on UPN from 2005 to 2006, and then on The CW until 2009. The series is based loosely on Rock's personal experiences as a teenager living in Bedford–Stuyvesant, Brooklyn, New Yo

  Title: Richard Speck (similarity: 0.1765)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Richard_Speck
  QID: Q944350
  Extract: Richard Benjamin Speck was an American mass murderer who killed eight student nurses in their South Deering, Chicago, residence by stabbing, strangling, slashing their throats, or a combination of the three on the night of July 13–14, 1966. Speck also raped one victim before killing her. A ninth pot

  Title: Steel Magnolias (similarity: 0.2857)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Steel_Magnolias
  QID: Q762140
  Extract: Steel Magnolias is a 1989 American comedy drama film directed by Herbert Ross and starring Sally Field, Dolly Parton, Shirley MacLaine, Daryl Hannah, Olympia Dukakis, and Julia Roberts. The screenplay by Robert Harling is based on his 1987 play of the same name about the bond a group of women share 

model_pass1          : claude-sonnet-4-20250514
model_pass2          : claude-haiku-4-5-20251001
inference_confidence : high
confidence_notes     : Strong O*NET data with detailed work activities, skills, and abilities. Clear SOC definition and comprehensive BLS wage data provide solid foundation for analysis.
inferred_at          : 2026-06-04T02:40:45.319265+00:00
tokens_input         : 4,644
tokens_output        : 4,313
cost_usd             : $0.045814
wikipedia_used       : False
wikipedia_title      : None
wikipedia_note       : No relevant Wikipedia match found for this specific manufacturing occupation. The semantic neighbors showed low relevance to molding and casting work.

--- PROSE FIELDS ---

ROLE SUMMARY:
Molders, Shapers, and Casters work with non-metal, non-plastic materials like clay, glass, plaster, concrete, and stone to create products ranging from decorative figurines to functional tiles and pipes. These skilled craftspeople combine traditional hand-shaping techniques with modern molding processes to produce items for construction, food processing, artistic, and industrial applications. The role requires precise manual dexterity and attention to detail to ensure products meet quality specifications.

DAY IN THE LIFE:
Workers begin by reading work orders to understand product specifications and material requirements for items like candles, tiles, or decorative objects. They prepare molds by cleaning surfaces, applying parting agents, and inserting cores or patterns using hand tools and gauges. Throughout the production process, they monitor temperatures, load filled molds into ovens or curing equipment, and carefully handle materials to prevent defects. Quality control involves trimming excess material with scrapers or band saws, inspecting finished products for accuracy, and engraving identifying marks when required. They communicate regularly with supervisors about production schedules and maintain their equipment to ensure consistent output.

WHO THRIVES:
This role suits individuals with exceptional hand-eye coordination and finger dexterity who enjoy working with their hands to create tangible products. Successful workers demonstrate high attention to detail and cautiousness, as small errors can ruin entire batches of products. Those who thrive typically have a realistic work orientation, preferring concrete tasks over abstract concepts, and show persistence when perfecting techniques. The work appeals to people who take pride in craftsmanship and can maintain focus during repetitive tasks while adapting to different materials and product specifications.

CAREER ENTRY:
Most positions require a high school diploma or equivalent with on-the-job training ranging from several weeks to a few months depending on product complexity. Some workers enter through apprenticeships in specialized areas like pottery, glassworking, or concrete products manufacturing. Prior experience in manufacturing, construction, or arts and crafts can be advantageous but is not typically required.

CAREER TRAJECTORY:
Entry-level molders can advance to lead positions overseeing production teams or specialize in complex products requiring advanced techniques. Some workers transition into related roles like machine operators for automated molding equipment, quality control inspectors, or production supervisors. Others may start their own small businesses creating custom products or teaching their craft skills.

MARKET INTELLIGENCE:
With 33,190 workers employed nationally, this occupation offers moderate employment opportunities primarily concentrated in manufacturing (27,390 positions) and construction (3,110 positions) according to BLS OEWS May 2025 data. The median annual wage of $46,170 varies significantly by location, from $35,620 in Arkansas to $57,860 in Montana, representing a 1.62x geographic wage differential. Employment tends to be stable in regions with strong manufacturing bases, particularly in construction materials, food processing, and specialty products manufacturing. Economic cycles affecting construction and consumer goods can impact demand for these workers.

AUTOMATION OUTLOOK:
The highly tactile nature of handling and moving objects combined with the need for control precision and manual dexterity provides some protection against automation. While some molding processes have become mechanized, custom work and quality inspection still require human judgment and skill, particularly for complex shapes and artistic products.

--- REASONED EDGES ---
  [task_similarity] Foundry Mold and Coremakers (51-4071.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles involve building production molds, applying parting agents, and assembling cores and fittings into molds using hand tools.
    data: Build production molds
    data: Apply parting agents or other solutions to molds
    data: Assemble parts using hand tools and gauges
  [skill_overlap] Grinding and Polishing Workers, Hand (51-9022.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both require high finger dexterity (3.4/3.1 importance), arm-hand steadiness (3.5/3.0), and manual finishing techniques.
    data: Finger Dexterity imp:3.4
    data: Arm-Hand Steadiness imp:3.5
    data: Trim excess material from workpieces
  [knowledge_overlap] Molding, Coremaking, and Casting Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic (51-4072.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both share production and processing knowledge (imp:3.3) and mechanical knowledge (imp:3.0) for operating molding equipment.
    data: Production and Processing imp:3.3
    data: Mechanical imp:3.0
    data: Controlling Machines and Processes imp:3.7
  [riasec_cluster] Stone Cutters and Carvers, Manufacturing (51-9195.03) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both occupations show strong realistic orientation (R:6.64) with conventional secondary interests in detailed, structured work.
    data: RIASEC R:6.64
    data: stone material specialization
    data: manufacturing context
  [career_pathway] Glass Blowers, Molders, Benders, and Finishers (51-9195.04) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Direct specialization pathway within the same SOC family (51-9195) focusing on glass materials and similar shaping techniques.
    data: SOC code 51-9195 family
    data: glass material overlap
    data: molding and shaping tasks

--- NORMALIZER SIGNALS ---
  match_keywords   : ['molder', 'shaper', 'caster', 'molding', 'casting', 'forming', 'clay', 'plaster']
  exclude_keywords : ['metal', 'plastic', 'foundry', 'machinist', 'operator']
  title_patterns   : ['Molder', 'Shaper', 'Caster', 'Clay Worker', 'Product Former']
  common_variations: ['hand molder', 'clay shaper', 'product caster', 'ceramic molder', 'concrete shaper', 'plaster caster', 'tile molder', 'candle maker']

total_terms    : 40
top_words      : ['tendency', 'others', 'equipment', 'products', 'materials', 'molds', 'production', 'principles', 'objects', 'control', 'hand', 'techniques', 'includes', 'tools', 'ideas', 'material', 'identifying', 'processing', 'quality', 'body']
source_layers  : onet_tasks | onet_dimensions | dwas | wikipedia | inference

TERM                    COUNT     FREQ  DOMINANT SOURCE      SOURCE BREAKDOWN
──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────
tendency                   42  0.01464  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
others                     39  0.01360  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:97%  inference:3%
equipment                  32  0.01116  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:72%  dwas:16%  inference:9%
products                   26  0.00907  inference            inference:38%  onet_tasks:23%  onet_dimensions:19%
materials                  24  0.00837  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:42%  dwas:29%  inference:17%
molds                      22  0.00767  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:55%  dwas:36%  inference:9%
production                 16  0.00558  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:50%  dwas:25%  inference:25%
principles                 16  0.00558  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
objects                    15  0.00523  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:80%  inference:13%  onet_tasks:7%
control                    15  0.00523  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:80%  inference:20%
hand                       13  0.00453  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:54%  onet_tasks:23%  inference:23%
techniques                 13  0.00453  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:77%  inference:23%
includes                   12  0.00418  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
tools                      11  0.00383  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:45%  onet_dimensions:45%  inference:9%
ideas                      11  0.00383  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
material                   10  0.00349  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:30%  onet_dimensions:30%  dwas:20%
identifying                10  0.00349  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:80%  onet_tasks:10%  inference:10%
processing                 10  0.00349  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:40%  dwas:40%  inference:20%
quality                    10  0.00349  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:60%  inference:40%
body                       10  0.00349  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
orientation                10  0.00349  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:90%  inference:10%
workpieces                 10  0.00349  dwas                 dwas:100%
patterns                    9  0.00314  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:44%  onet_dimensions:33%  dwas:11%
problems                    9  0.00314  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
resources                   9  0.00314  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
quickly                     9  0.00314  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
activities                  9  0.00314  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
machines                    8  0.00279  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  onet_tasks:12%
attention                   8  0.00279  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:75%  inference:25%
understand                  8  0.00279  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  inference:12%
monitoring                  8  0.00279  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
needs                       8  0.00279  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
procedures                  8  0.00279  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
rules                       8  0.00279  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
human                       8  0.00279  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  inference:12%
standards                   8  0.00279  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
moving                      8  0.00279  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  inference:12%
events                      8  0.00279  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
performing                  8  0.00279  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
actions                     8  0.00279  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%