[Core] [91% incumbents] Remove products, machine attachments, or waste material from machines.
  DWAs: Remove products or workpieces from production equipment.

[Supplemental] [91% incumbents] Signal coworkers to direct them to move products during the production process.
  DWAs: Signal others to coordinate work activities.

[Supplemental] [91% incumbents] Wash work areas, machines, equipment, vehicles, or products.
  DWAs: Clean work areas. | Clean production equipment. | Clean workpieces or finished products.

[Core] [90% incumbents] Place products in equipment or on work surfaces for further processing, inspecting, or wrapping.
  DWAs: Load materials into production equipment.

[Core] [90% incumbents] Transfer finished products, raw materials, tools, or equipment between storage and work areas of plants and warehouses, by hand or using hand trucks or powered lift trucks.
  DWAs: Move products, materials, or equipment between work areas.

[Core] [90% incumbents] Pack and store materials and products.
  DWAs: Package products for storage or shipment.

[Core] [90% incumbents] Help production workers by performing duties of lesser skill, such as supplying or holding materials or tools, or cleaning work areas and equipment.
  DWAs: Clean work areas. | Clean production equipment.

[Supplemental] [90% incumbents] Tie products in bundles for further processing or shipment, following prescribed procedures.
  DWAs: Package products for storage or shipment.

[Supplemental] [90% incumbents] Record information, such as the number of products tested, meter readings, or dates and times of product production.
  DWAs: Record operational or production data.

[Supplemental] [90% incumbents] Clean and lubricate equipment.
  DWAs: Clean production equipment. | Lubricate production equipment.

[Core] [89% incumbents] Load and unload items from machines, conveyors, and conveyances.
  DWAs: Load materials into production equipment. | Remove products or workpieces from production equipment.

[Core] [89% incumbents] Examine products to verify conformance to quality standards.
  DWAs: Inspect work to ensure standards are met.

[Core] [89% incumbents] Observe equipment operations so that malfunctions can be detected, and notify operators of any malfunctions.
  DWAs: Watch operating equipment to detect malfunctions. | Notify others of equipment repair or maintenance needs.

[Supplemental] [89% incumbents] Separate products according to weight, grade, size, or composition of materials used to produce them.
  DWAs: Sort materials or products for processing, storing, shipping, or grading.

[Supplemental] [89% incumbents] Mark or tag identification on parts.
  DWAs: Mark products, workpieces, or equipment with identifying information.

[Supplemental] [89% incumbents] Read gauges or charts, and record data obtained.
  DWAs: Record operational or production data.

[Supplemental] [89% incumbents] Unclamp and hoist full reels from braiding, winding, or other fabricating machines, using power hoists.
  DWAs: Remove products or workpieces from production equipment. | Lift materials or workpieces using cranes or other lifting equipment.

[Supplemental] [89% incumbents] Prepare raw materials for processing.
  DWAs: Prepare materials for processing.

[Core] [88% incumbents] Operate machinery used in the production process, or assist machine operators.
  DWAs: Operate industrial equipment.

[Core] [88% incumbents] Start machines or equipment to begin production processes.
  DWAs: Operate industrial equipment.

[Core] [88% incumbents] Lift raw materials, finished products, and packed items, manually or using hoists.
  DWAs: Lift materials or workpieces using cranes or other lifting equipment.

[Supplemental] [88% incumbents] Count finished products to determine if product orders are complete.
  DWAs: Count finished products or workpieces.

[Supplemental] [88% incumbents] Measure amounts of products, lengths of extruded articles, or weights of filled containers to ensure conformance to specifications.
  DWAs: Weigh finished products.

[Supplemental] [88% incumbents] Mix ingredients according to specified procedures or formulas.
  DWAs: Mix substances to create chemical solutions.

[Supplemental] [88% incumbents] Perform minor repairs to machines, such as replacing damaged or worn parts.
  DWAs: Replace worn equipment components. | Repair production equipment or tools.

[Supplemental] [88% incumbents] Position spouts or chutes of storage bins so that containers can be filled.
  DWAs: Mount attachments or tools onto production equipment.

[Supplemental] [88% incumbents] Cut or break flashing from materials or products.
  DWAs: Trim excess material from workpieces.

[Supplemental] [87% incumbents] Turn valves to regulate flow of liquids or air, to reverse machines, to start pumps, or to regulate equipment.
  DWAs: Adjust equipment controls to regulate flow of water, cleaning solutions, or other liquids.

[Supplemental] [87% incumbents] Attach slings, ropes, or cables to objects such as pipes, hoses, or bundles.
  DWAs: Lift materials or workpieces using cranes or other lifting equipment.

[Supplemental] [87% incumbents] Break up defective products for reprocessing.
  DWAs: Prepare materials for processing.

--- SKILLS ---
  Active Listening (imp:2.88 lvl:2.00) — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand
  Monitoring (imp:2.88 lvl:2.38) — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organization
  Speaking (imp:2.75 lvl:2.12) — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
  Critical Thinking (imp:2.75 lvl:2.25) — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternativ
  Reading Comprehension (imp:2.62 lvl:2.25) — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
  Mathematics (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — Using mathematics to solve problems.
  Active Learning (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future pr
  Learning Strategies (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate fo
  Writing (imp:1.88 lvl:1.62) — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audienc
  Science (imp:1.25 lvl:0.25) — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.

--- KNOWLEDGE ---
  Mechanical (imp:3.05 lvl:2.64) — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and main
  Production and Processing (imp:2.74 lvl:2.74) — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and ot
  Mathematics (imp:2.74 lvl:2.52) — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their appl
  English Language (imp:2.69 lvl:2.43) — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the mea
  Public Safety and Security (imp:2.58 lvl:1.85) — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote
  Education and Training (imp:2.35 lvl:2.17) — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching
  Administration and Management (imp:2.14 lvl:1.38) — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, 
  Computers and Electronics (imp:2.02 lvl:1.61) — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and comput
  Transportation (imp:1.98 lvl:1.27) — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea
  Customer and Personal Service (imp:1.92 lvl:1.21) — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal servic
  Engineering and Technology (imp:1.92 lvl:1.65) — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Th
  Design (imp:1.88 lvl:1.27) — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of 
  Building and Construction (imp:1.85 lvl:1.33) — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or r
  Chemistry (imp:1.80 lvl:1.54) — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances a
  Communications and Media (imp:1.79 lvl:1.15) — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and m
  Personnel and Human Resources (imp:1.76 lvl:1.03) — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, tra
  Law and Government (imp:1.73 lvl:1.00) — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulat
  Psychology (imp:1.70 lvl:1.21) — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, 
  Physics (imp:1.60 lvl:0.90) — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships,
  Sales and Marketing (imp:1.59 lvl:0.71) — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products
  Telecommunications (imp:1.59 lvl:0.89) — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of te
  Food Production (imp:1.54 lvl:0.79) — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food
  Administrative (imp:1.52 lvl:0.71) — Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word proce
  Medicine and Dentistry (imp:1.52 lvl:0.60) — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human i
  Sociology and Anthropology (imp:1.45) — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human 
  Therapy and Counseling (imp:1.42 lvl:0.55) — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and r
  Foreign Language (imp:1.36 lvl:0.47) — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language inclu
  Economics and Accounting (imp:1.35) — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial mar
  History and Archeology (imp:1.29) — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civi
  Geography (imp:1.28) — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, an
  Philosophy and Theology (imp:1.23) — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their 
  Fine Arts (imp:1.22) — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform
  Biology (imp:1.21) — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interd

--- ABILITIES ---
  Near Vision (imp:3.50 lvl:3.25) — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
  Manual Dexterity (imp:3.25 lvl:3.12) — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your
  Control Precision (imp:3.25 lvl:3.38) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehi
  Static Strength (imp:3.25 lvl:3.25) — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
  Trunk Strength (imp:3.25 lvl:3.38) — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the 
  Problem Sensitivity (imp:3.12 lvl:2.75) — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does no
  Information Ordering (imp:3.12 lvl:2.62) — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according
  Arm-Hand Steadiness (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while hold
  Finger Dexterity (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or bot
  Multilimb Coordination (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or
  Oral Comprehension (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through 
  Oral Expression (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will unde
  Perceptual Speed (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among
  Stamina (imp:3.00 lvl:2.75) — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getti
  Extent Flexibility (imp:3.00 lvl:3.12) — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
  Written Comprehension (imp:2.88 lvl:2.25) — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
  Deductive Reasoning (imp:2.88 lvl:2.62) — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that 
  Category Flexibility (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping
  Selective Attention (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distrac
  Far Vision (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — The ability to see details at a distance.
  Depth Perception (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you
  Speech Recognition (imp:2.88 lvl:2.25) — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
  Inductive Reasoning (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusion
  Visualization (imp:2.75 lvl:2.62) — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when 
  Reaction Time (imp:2.75 lvl:3.00) — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sou
  Auditory Attention (imp:2.75 lvl:2.88) — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distra
  Dynamic Strength (imp:2.62 lvl:2.12) — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This inv
  Speech Clarity (imp:2.62 lvl:2.12) — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
  Visual Color Discrimination (imp:2.50 lvl:2.38) — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of c
  Hearing Sensitivity (imp:2.50 lvl:2.12) — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch 
  Flexibility of Closure (imp:2.25 lvl:2.12) — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or so
  Time Sharing (imp:2.25 lvl:2.00) — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of
  Rate Control (imp:2.25 lvl:2.25) — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in an
  Gross Body Coordination (imp:2.25 lvl:2.00) — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together wh
  Speed of Closure (imp:2.12 lvl:1.75) — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into mea
  Response Orientation (imp:2.12 lvl:2.25) — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two o
  Wrist-Finger Speed (imp:2.12 lvl:1.88) — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and 
  Written Expression (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will under
  Mathematical Reasoning (imp:2.00 lvl:1.62) — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a prob
  Number Facility (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
  Memorization (imp:2.00 lvl:1.12) — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and proced
  Speed of Limb Movement (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
  Gross Body Equilibrium (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unsta
  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
  Fluency of Ideas (imp:1.88 lvl:1.62) — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas
  Originality (imp:1.88 lvl:1.62) — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situa
  Spatial Orientation (imp:1.88 lvl:1.00) — 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
  Night Vision (imp:1.75 lvl:0.88) — The ability to see under low-light conditions.
  Glare Sensitivity (imp:1.75 lvl:0.88) — The ability to see objects in the presence of a glare or bright lighting.
  Sound Localization (imp:1.75 lvl:0.75) — The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.
  Dynamic Flexibility (imp:1.38 lvl:0.38) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with yo

--- WORK ACTIVITIES ---
  Handling and Moving Objects (imp:4.16 lvl:5.95) — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials,
  Performing General Physical Activities (imp:4.03 lvl:4.67) — Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require co
  Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:3.98 lvl:4.54) — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines 
  Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (imp:3.70 lvl:3.44) — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or 
  Getting Information (imp:3.63 lvl:2.87) — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sour
  Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (imp:3.52 lvl:3.12) — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors o
  Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (imp:3.51 lvl:3.63) — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone,
  Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (imp:3.48 lvl:3.15) — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment,
  Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (imp:3.32 lvl:3.51) — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, an
  Processing Information (imp:3.28 lvl:2.94) — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying
  Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People (imp:3.27 lvl:2.96) — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
  Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (imp:3.15 lvl:2.82) — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events o
  Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (imp:3.10 lvl:2.72) — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, s
  Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (imp:3.06 lvl:3.25) — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and m
  Making Decisions and Solving Problems (imp:3.03 lvl:3.14) — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and sol
  Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (imp:2.99 lvl:3.26) — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
  Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (imp:2.92 lvl:3.04) — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your
  Assisting and Caring for Others (imp:2.77 lvl:2.60) — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other pe
  Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (imp:2.76 lvl:2.44) — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
  Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (imp:2.73 lvl:2.44) — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resourc
  Analyzing Data or Information (imp:2.71 lvl:2.44) — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by break
  Documenting/Recording Information (imp:2.71 lvl:2.41) — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in writte
  Working with Computers (imp:2.62 lvl:2.55) — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to progra
  Training and Teaching Others (imp:2.59 lvl:2.25) — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or tr
  Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (imp:2.56 lvl:2.16) — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to t
  Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (imp:2.53 lvl:2.22) — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines,
  Developing and Building Teams (imp:2.53 lvl:2.27) — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team membe
  Developing Objectives and Strategies (imp:2.45 lvl:1.96) — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to 
  Coaching and Developing Others (imp:2.45 lvl:1.95) — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherw
  Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (imp:2.39 lvl:2.14) — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
  Scheduling Work and Activities (imp:2.37 lvl:1.98) — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
  Thinking Creatively (imp:2.33 lvl:2.21) — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, syste
  Staffing Organizational Units (imp:2.33 lvl:1.81) — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organ
  Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (imp:2.32 lvl:2.04) — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, 
  Monitoring and Controlling Resources (imp:2.28 lvl:2.00) — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
  Communicating with People Outside the Organization (imp:2.27 lvl:1.79) — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organizatio
  Providing Consultation and Advice to Others (imp:2.25 lvl:1.64) — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical,
  Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (imp:2.23 lvl:1.82) — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance 
  Performing Administrative Activities (imp:2.16 lvl:1.42) — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files
  Selling or Influencing Others (imp:2.12 lvl:1.69) — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or
  Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (imp:2.10 lvl:1.49) — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving

--- WORK STYLES ---
  Dependability (imp:2.01) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Cooperation (imp:1.38) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Attention to Detail (imp:1.19) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Dependability (imp:1.00) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Cautiousness (imp:0.95) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Integrity (imp:0.64) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Self-Control (imp:0.42) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Perseverance (imp:0.40) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Stress Tolerance (imp:0.40) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Achievement Orientation (imp:0.35) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Optimism (imp:0.32) — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Humility (imp:0.27) — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Adaptability (imp:0.18) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Sincerity (imp:0.14) — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Self-Confidence (imp:0.07) — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Initiative (imp:0.03) — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  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
  Attention to Detail () — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Integrity () — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Stress Tolerance () — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Self-Control () — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Empathy (imp:-0.03) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Social Orientation (imp:-0.07) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Intellectual Curiosity (imp:-0.32) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Leadership Orientation (imp:-0.50) — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Tolerance for Ambiguity (imp:-0.61) — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Innovation (imp:-0.63) — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 

--- TRANSFERABLE SKILLS ---
  Operations Monitoring (imp:2.75 lvl:2.50) — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working pr
  Social Perceptiveness (imp:2.62 lvl:2.00) — 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.
  Operation and Control (imp:2.62 lvl:2.50) — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
  Quality Control Analysis (imp:2.62 lvl:2.25) — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate
  Complex Problem Solving (imp:2.25 lvl:2.00) — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and ev
  Judgment and Decision Making (imp:2.25 lvl:1.88) — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the m
  Time Management (imp:2.25 lvl:1.88) — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
  Service Orientation (imp:2.12 lvl:1.50) — Actively looking for ways to help people.
  Equipment Maintenance (imp:2.12 lvl:1.75) — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind o
  Troubleshooting (imp:2.12 lvl:1.88) — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
  Repairing (imp:2.12 lvl:1.75) — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
  Instructing (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — Teaching others how to do something.
  Equipment Selection (imp:2.00 lvl:1.50) — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
  Systems Analysis (imp:2.00 lvl:1.12) — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, 
  Persuasion (imp:1.88 lvl:1.38) — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
  Negotiation (imp:1.88 lvl:1.00) — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
  Systems Evaluation (imp:1.88 lvl:1.12) — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed 
  Management of Personnel Resources (imp:1.88 lvl:1.62) — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best 
  Management of Material Resources (imp:1.75 lvl:0.75) — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materi
  Operations Analysis (imp:1.62 lvl:0.62) — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
  Management of Financial Resources (imp:1.62 lvl:0.62) — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for the
  Technology Design (imp:1.25 lvl:0.25) — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
  Programming (imp:1.25 lvl:0.25) — Writing computer programs for various purposes.
  Installation (imp:1.00) — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.

--- NATIONAL WAGES ---
  total_employment : 165,700
  annual_median    : $39,070
  annual_pct10     : $31,140
  annual_pct25     : $35,220
  annual_pct75     : $45,990
  annual_pct90     : $53,410
  annual_mean      : $41,120
  hourly_median    : $18.78

--- GEOGRAPHIC DISPERSION ---
  highest_state    : North Dakota ($46,170)
  lowest_state     : Puerto Rico ($22,780)
  dispersion_ratio : 2.027x

--- TOP STATES BY WAGE (51 total) ---
  Manufacturing                            emp:  117,470  median: $  39,340
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:   18,090  median: $  34,990
  Other Services (except Public Administration) emp:    5,730  median: $  43,540
  Retail Trade                             emp:    5,350  median: $  42,990
  Wholesale Trade                          emp:    5,060  median: $  39,060
  Construction                             emp:    4,930  median: $  40,000
  Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services emp:    2,770  median: $  38,270
  Transportation and Warehousing           emp:    1,830  median: $  48,690
  Mining, Quarrying, and Oil and Gas Extraction emp:    1,110  median: $  39,690
  Information                              emp:    1,090  median: $  46,330

--- TOP INDUSTRIES BY EMPLOYMENT (19 total) ---
  Manufacturing                            emp:  117,470  median: $  39,340
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:   18,090  median: $  34,990
  Other Services (except Public Administration) emp:    5,730  median: $  43,540
  Retail Trade                             emp:    5,350  median: $  42,990
  Wholesale Trade                          emp:    5,060  median: $  39,060
  Construction                             emp:    4,930  median: $  40,000
  Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services emp:    2,770  median: $  38,270
  Transportation and Warehousing           emp:    1,830  median: $  48,690
  Mining, Quarrying, and Oil and Gas Extraction emp:    1,110  median: $  39,690
  Information                              emp:    1,090  median: $  46,330

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         : 2026-06-02T23:28:23.346527Z

--- SEMANTIC NEIGHBORS (5) ---

  Title: Foreign domestic helpers in Hong Kong (similarity: 0.3750)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Foreign_domestic_helpers_in_Hong_Kong
  QID: Q986309
  Extract: Foreign domestic helpers in Hong Kong are domestic workers employed by Hongkongers, typically families. They comprise five percent of Hong Kong's population, and about 98.5% of them are women. In 2019, there were 400,000 foreign domestic helpers in the territory. Required by law to live in their emp

  Title: Send Help (similarity: 0.2222)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Send_Help
  QID: Q132200341
  Extract: Send Help is a 2026 American survival horror thriller film directed and co-produced by Sam Raimi and written by Damian Shannon and Mark Swift. The film stars Rachel McAdams and Dylan O'Brien as an employee and her boss, respectively, who become stranded on a desert island after a plane crash and att

  Title: List of labor unions in the United States (similarity: 0.2647)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_labor_unions_in_the_United_States
  QID: Q6643858
  Extract: Unions exist to represent the interests of workers, who form the membership. Under US labor law, the National Labor Relations Act 1935 is the primary statute which gives US unions rights. The rights of members are governed by the Labor Management Reporting and Disclosure Act of 1959. List Below

  Title: Blue-collar worker (similarity: 0.4444)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Blue-collar_worker
  QID: Q1191714
  Extract: A blue-collar worker is a person who performs manual labor or skilled trades. Originating and used most frequently in the United States, the term 'Blue-collar work' may involve skilled or unskilled labor. The type of work may involve manufacturing, warehousing, mining, carpentry, electrical work, cu

  Title: Mass production (similarity: 0.5238)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mass_production
  QID: Q215768
  Extract: Mass production, also known as series production, series manufacture, or continuous production, is the production of substantial amounts of standardized products in a constant flow, including and especially on assembly lines. Together with job production and batch production, it is one of the three 

model_pass1          : claude-sonnet-4-20250514
model_pass2          : claude-haiku-4-5-20251001
inference_confidence : medium
confidence_notes     : Strong O*NET data provides detailed task and skill profiles, but limited Wikipedia context reduces confidence in broader occupational understanding. BLS wage data is current and comprehensive, supporting market intelligence reliability.
inferred_at          : 2026-06-04T02:46:38.976424+00:00
tokens_input         : 4,695
tokens_output        : 4,229
cost_usd             : $0.046313
wikipedia_used       : False
wikipedia_title      : None
wikipedia_note       : No exact Wikipedia match found for this specific occupation. The closest semantic match was 'Blue-collar worker' with 0.444 similarity, which provides general context for manual labor roles but lacks specificity for production helper duties.

--- PROSE FIELDS ---

ROLE SUMMARY:
Helpers--Production Workers assist skilled production workers by performing entry-level support tasks including material handling, equipment cleaning, and basic quality monitoring. They work in manufacturing environments performing duties that require less skill than primary production roles, such as supplying tools, moving materials, and maintaining clean work areas. This role serves as a critical support function that keeps production lines running efficiently.

DAY IN THE LIFE:
Production helpers start by cleaning work areas and equipment before production begins, ensuring machines are properly lubricated and ready for operation. Throughout the day, they remove finished products from machines, load raw materials onto work surfaces, and transfer items between storage and production areas. They signal coworkers to coordinate material movement during production processes, monitor basic quality indicators, and record production data such as meter readings and batch numbers. The role involves significant physical activity including handling objects weighing up to moderate amounts, maintaining precise control when operating basic equipment, and performing repetitive motions with manual dexterity.

WHO THRIVES:
Individuals who succeed in this role are highly dependable with strong attention to detail, as production environments require consistent reliability and careful monitoring. They possess good manual dexterity and physical strength, particularly trunk and static strength for material handling activities. Successful helpers demonstrate strong cooperation skills and social perceptiveness to work effectively with production teams, following instructions precisely while maintaining safety awareness. Those with realistic personality traits who prefer hands-on work with tangible outcomes, combined with conventional tendencies for structured, organized approaches to tasks, align well with the predictable yet varied nature of production support work.

CAREER ENTRY:
Most production helpers enter with a high school diploma (49.3%) or less than high school education (32.2%), with some obtaining post-secondary certificates in relevant technical fields (17.6%). No extensive previous experience is required, as this is classified as Job Zone 2 requiring very little to some preparation. Entry-level candidates benefit from basic mathematical skills, ability to follow written and verbal instructions, and physical capability to perform manual labor in manufacturing environments.

CAREER TRAJECTORY:
Production helpers typically advance to skilled production worker positions, machine operators, or specialized manufacturing roles after gaining experience and additional training. Career progression often leads to maintenance worker positions, quality control roles, or supervisory positions within production environments. Some helpers pursue additional certifications or apprenticeships to become skilled trades workers in installation, maintenance, and repair occupations.

MARKET INTELLIGENCE:
With 165,700 workers employed nationally, production helpers earn a median annual wage of $39,070 according to BLS OEWS May 2025, with wages ranging from $31,140 to $53,410 across the 10th to 90th percentiles. Geographic variation is significant, with North Dakota offering the highest wages at $46,170 compared to Puerto Rico's $22,780, representing a 2.03x ratio difference. Employment is heavily concentrated in manufacturing (117,470 workers) with additional opportunities in administrative and support services (18,090) and other services sectors (5,730). The role shows steady demand driven by continued manufacturing activity and the need for production support functions.

AUTOMATION OUTLOOK:
The role faces moderate automation pressure as handling and moving objects (importance 4.2) and general physical activities (importance 4.0) could be partially automated through robotic systems and conveyor technologies. However, tasks requiring problem sensitivity, social perceptiveness for team coordination, and adaptability to varied production environments provide protection against full automation in the near term.

--- REASONED EDGES ---
  [task_similarity] Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand (53-7062.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles share primary work activities of handling and moving objects (4.2 importance) and performing general physical activities (4.0 importance) with similar manual dexterity requirements.
    data: TOP WORK ACTIVITIES: Handling and Moving Objects (imp:4.2, lvl:6.0)
    data: Related occupation listed as Primary-Long
  [skill_overlap] Packers and Packagers, Hand (53-7064.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles require manual dexterity (3.2 importance), near vision (3.5 importance), and involve packaging products for storage or shipment as core work activities.
    data: TOP ABILITIES: Manual Dexterity (imp:3.2, lvl:3.1)
    data: TOP TASKS: Pack and store materials and products
  [career_pathway] Maintenance Workers, Machinery (49-9043.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Production helpers advance to maintenance roles by building on equipment cleaning and lubrication tasks, mechanical knowledge (3.0 importance), and equipment inspection experience.
    data: TOP KNOWLEDGE: Mechanical (imp:3.0, lvl:2.6)
    data: TOP TASKS: Clean and lubricate equipment
  [wage_band] Adhesive Bonding Machine Operators and Tenders (51-9191.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both occupations fall within similar entry-level manufacturing wage ranges and share job zone classifications requiring minimal preparation.
    data: JOB ZONE: 2
    data: WAGES: Median annual: $39,070
  [riasec_cluster] Helpers--Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers (49-9098.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both helper roles share realistic personality orientation (R:6.54) with conventional secondary traits, requiring dependability and cooperation in support functions.
    data: RIASEC: R:6.54, C:4.40
    data: TOP WORK STYLES: Dependability (imp:2.0), Cooperation (imp:1.4)

--- NORMALIZER SIGNALS ---
  match_keywords   : ['production helper', 'manufacturing helper', 'assembly helper', 'factory helper', 'production assistant', 'manufacturing assistant', 'production support', 'helper production']
  exclude_keywords : ['supervisor', 'operator', 'manager', 'specialist', 'technician']
  title_patterns   : ['Helper*Production', 'Production*Helper', '*Helper', 'Helper*Manufacturing', '*Assistant Production']
  common_variations: ['production workers helper', 'manufacturing helper', 'assembly line helper', 'factory helper', 'production line assistant', 'manufacturing assistant', 'production support worker', 'industrial helper']

total_terms    : 40
top_words      : ['equipment', 'production', 'tendency', 'others', 'products', 'materials', 'machines', 'principles', 'objects', 'control', 'performing', 'includes', 'activities', 'processing', 'physical', 'ideas', 'tools', 'procedures', 'quality', 'standards']
source_layers  : onet_tasks | onet_dimensions | dwas | wikipedia | inference

TERM                    COUNT     FREQ  DOMINANT SOURCE      SOURCE BREAKDOWN
──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────
equipment                  56  0.01948  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:41%  dwas:39%  onet_tasks:14%
production                 53  0.01844  inference            inference:38%  dwas:25%  onet_dimensions:15%
tendency                   42  0.01461  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
others                     40  0.01392  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:95%  dwas:5%
products                   33  0.01148  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:45%  dwas:33%  onet_dimensions:15%
materials                  28  0.00974  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:36%  dwas:32%  onet_tasks:25%
machines                   16  0.00557  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:44%  onet_dimensions:44%  inference:12%
principles                 16  0.00557  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
objects                    15  0.00522  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:80%  inference:13%  onet_tasks:7%
control                    14  0.00487  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:86%  inference:14%
performing                 12  0.00417  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:67%  inference:25%  onet_tasks:8%
includes                   12  0.00417  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
activities                 12  0.00417  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:75%  inference:17%  dwas:8%
processing                 11  0.00383  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:36%  onet_tasks:27%  dwas:27%
physical                   11  0.00383  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:55%  inference:36%  wikipedia:9%
ideas                      11  0.00383  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
tools                      10  0.00348  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:50%  onet_tasks:20%  dwas:20%
procedures                 10  0.00348  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:80%  onet_tasks:20%
quality                    10  0.00348  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:60%  inference:30%  onet_tasks:10%
standards                  10  0.00348  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:80%  onet_tasks:10%  dwas:10%
monitoring                 10  0.00348  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:80%  inference:20%
techniques                 10  0.00348  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
body                       10  0.00348  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
workpieces                 10  0.00348  dwas                 dwas:100%
hand                        9  0.00313  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:78%  onet_tasks:22%
problems                    9  0.00313  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
needs                       9  0.00313  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  dwas:11%
resources                   9  0.00313  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
moving                      9  0.00313  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:78%  inference:22%
handling                    9  0.00313  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:56%  inference:44%
quickly                     9  0.00313  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
orientation                 9  0.00313  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
identifying                 9  0.00313  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  dwas:11%
maintaining                 9  0.00313  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:67%  inference:33%
helpers                     9  0.00313  inference            inference:78%  wikipedia:22%
material                    8  0.00278  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:38%  inference:38%  onet_tasks:12%
clean                       8  0.00278  dwas                 dwas:75%  onet_tasks:12%  inference:12%
written                     8  0.00278  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:75%  wikipedia:12%  inference:12%
problem                     8  0.00278  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  inference:12%
rules                       8  0.00278  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%