[Core] [115% incumbents] Inspect materials and products for defects, and to ensure conformance to specifications.
  DWAs: Inspect work to ensure standards are met. | Inspect items for damage or defects.

[Core] [115% incumbents] Record production and operational data, such as amount of materials processed.
  DWAs: Record operational or production data.

[Core] [115% incumbents] Push dual control buttons and move controls to start, stop, or adjust machinery and equipment.
  DWAs: Operate conveyors or other industrial material moving equipment.

[Core] [115% incumbents] Weigh or measure materials or products to ensure conformance to specifications.
  DWAs: Measure product or material dimensions. | Weigh materials to ensure compliance with specifications.

[Core] [115% incumbents] Clean and maintain machinery, equipment, and work areas to ensure proper functioning and safe working conditions.
  DWAs: Clean facilities or work areas. | Clean machinery or equipment.

[Core] [115% incumbents] Load materials and products into machines and equipment, or onto conveyors, using hand tools and moving devices.
  DWAs: Load materials into equipment for processing.

[Core] [115% incumbents] Fasten, package, or stack materials and products, using hand tools and fastening equipment.
  DWAs: Package materials or products.

[Supplemental] [115% incumbents] Remove materials and products from machines and equipment, and place them in boxes, trucks or conveyors, using hand tools and moving devices.
  DWAs: Package materials or products.

[Supplemental] [115% incumbents] Shovel or scoop materials into containers, machines, or equipment for processing, storage, or transport.
  DWAs: Shovel materials.

[Core] [114% incumbents] Identify and mark materials, products, and samples, following instructions.
  DWAs: Mark materials or objects for identification.

[Core] [114% incumbents] Transfer materials and products to and from machinery and equipment, using industrial trucks or hand trucks.
  DWAs: Move materials, equipment, or supplies.

[Supplemental] [114% incumbents] Open and close gates of belt and pneumatic conveyors on machines that are fed directly from preceding machines.
  DWAs: Operate conveyors or other industrial material moving equipment.

[Supplemental] [113% incumbents] Add chemicals, solutions, or ingredients to machines or equipment as required by the manufacturing process.
  DWAs: Load materials into equipment for processing.

--- SKILLS ---
  Monitoring (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organization
  Reading Comprehension (imp:2.75 lvl:2.88) — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
  Active Listening (imp:2.75 lvl:2.62) — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand
  Speaking (imp:2.75 lvl:2.62) — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
  Critical Thinking (imp:2.50 lvl:2.62) — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternativ
  Writing (imp:2.38 lvl:2.00) — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audienc
  Mathematics (imp:2.12 lvl:1.62) — Using mathematics to solve problems.
  Active Learning (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future pr
  Learning Strategies (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate fo
  Science (imp:1.25 lvl:0.38) — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.

--- KNOWLEDGE ---
  Production and Processing (imp:3.44 lvl:3.43) — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and ot
  Mechanical (imp:3.10 lvl:3.18) — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and main
  Mathematics (imp:3.02 lvl:2.94) — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their appl
  English Language (imp:2.90 lvl:2.58) — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the mea
  Public Safety and Security (imp:2.73 lvl:2.63) — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote
  Education and Training (imp:2.69 lvl:2.89) — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching
  Administrative (imp:2.57 lvl:2.27) — Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word proce
  Administration and Management (imp:2.51 lvl:2.38) — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, 
  Computers and Electronics (imp:2.39 lvl:2.24) — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and comput
  Personnel and Human Resources (imp:2.28 lvl:1.51) — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, tra
  Transportation (imp:2.27 lvl:1.91) — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea
  Customer and Personal Service (imp:2.22 lvl:1.75) — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal servic
  Engineering and Technology (imp:2.19 lvl:1.89) — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Th
  Design (imp:2.12 lvl:1.81) — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of 
  Economics and Accounting (imp:2.02 lvl:1.23) — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial mar
  Communications and Media (imp:1.96 lvl:1.51) — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and m
  Law and Government (imp:1.87 lvl:1.53) — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulat
  Sales and Marketing (imp:1.73 lvl:1.09) — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products
  Psychology (imp:1.71 lvl:1.13) — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, 
  Chemistry (imp:1.69 lvl:1.48) — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances a
  Food Production (imp:1.68 lvl:1.05) — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food
  Telecommunications (imp:1.67 lvl:1.07) — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of te
  Physics (imp:1.53 lvl:1.11) — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships,
  Building and Construction (imp:1.51 lvl:0.87) — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or r
  Medicine and Dentistry (imp:1.48 lvl:0.75) — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human i
  Philosophy and Theology (imp:1.45 lvl:0.82) — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their 
  Sociology and Anthropology (imp:1.43 lvl:0.86) — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human 
  Geography (imp:1.43 lvl:0.80) — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, an
  Therapy and Counseling (imp:1.42 lvl:0.70) — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and r
  Foreign Language (imp:1.31 lvl:0.40) — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language inclu
  Biology (imp:1.26 lvl:0.41) — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interd
  History and Archeology (imp:1.19 lvl:0.43) — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civi
  Fine Arts (imp:1.18) — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform

--- ABILITIES ---
  Arm-Hand Steadiness (imp:3.75 lvl:3.25) — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while hold
  Control Precision (imp:3.50 lvl:3.75) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehi
  Rate Control (imp:3.25 lvl:3.00) — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in an
  Reaction Time (imp:3.25 lvl:3.25) — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sou
  Oral Expression (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will unde
  Near Vision (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
  Oral Comprehension (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through 
  Problem Sensitivity (imp:3.00 lvl:2.75) — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does no
  Information Ordering (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according
  Manual Dexterity (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your
  Static Strength (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
  Category Flexibility (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping
  Flexibility of Closure (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or so
  Perceptual Speed (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among
  Selective Attention (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distrac
  Finger Dexterity (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or bot
  Multilimb Coordination (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or
  Trunk Strength (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the 
  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:2.75) — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
  Written Expression (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will under
  Wrist-Finger Speed (imp:2.75 lvl:2.25) — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and 
  Far Vision (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — The ability to see details at a distance.
  Auditory Attention (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distra
  Written Comprehension (imp:2.62 lvl:3.00) — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
  Deductive Reasoning (imp:2.62 lvl:2.75) — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that 
  Inductive Reasoning (imp:2.62 lvl:2.75) — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusion
  Time Sharing (imp:2.62 lvl:2.50) — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of
  Visualization (imp:2.50 lvl:2.62) — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when 
  Extent Flexibility (imp:2.50 lvl:2.75) — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
  Visual Color Discrimination (imp:2.50 lvl:2.12) — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of c
  Depth Perception (imp:2.50 lvl:2.62) — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you
  Hearing Sensitivity (imp:2.50 lvl:2.50) — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch 
  Dynamic Strength (imp:2.38 lvl:2.12) — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This inv
  Mathematical Reasoning (imp:2.25 lvl:1.75) — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a prob
  Number Facility (imp:2.25 lvl:2.00) — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
  Speed of Limb Movement (imp:2.25 lvl:1.62) — The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
  Stamina (imp:2.25 lvl:2.00) — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getti
  Memorization (imp:2.12 lvl:1.75) — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and proced
  Response Orientation (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two o
  Gross Body Coordination (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together wh
  Fluency of Ideas (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas
  Originality (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situa
  Speed of Closure (imp:2.00 lvl:1.50) — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into mea
  Gross Body Equilibrium (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unsta
  Explosive Strength (imp:1.62 lvl:1.12) — The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping
  Spatial Orientation (imp:1.38 lvl:0.50) — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know wher
  Night Vision (imp:1.38 lvl:0.38) — The ability to see under low-light conditions.
  Peripheral Vision (imp:1.38 lvl:0.38) — The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes ar
  Glare Sensitivity (imp:1.38 lvl:0.38) — The ability to see objects in the presence of a glare or bright lighting.
  Sound Localization (imp:1.38 lvl:0.38) — The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.
  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:4.03 lvl:5.39) — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials,
  Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:3.87 lvl:4.44) — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines 
  Getting Information (imp:3.48 lvl:2.86) — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sour
  Performing General Physical Activities (imp:3.43 lvl:3.32) — Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require co
  Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (imp:3.34 lvl:2.75) — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors o
  Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (imp:3.30 lvl:3.07) — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or 
  Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (imp:3.26 lvl:2.89) — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone,
  Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (imp:3.22 lvl:2.79) — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment,
  Documenting/Recording Information (imp:2.99 lvl:2.66) — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in writte
  Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (imp:2.96 lvl:2.50) — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events o
  Making Decisions and Solving Problems (imp:2.91 lvl:2.88) — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and sol
  Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (imp:2.90 lvl:2.30) — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resourc
  Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (imp:2.90 lvl:3.31) — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and m
  Processing Information (imp:2.73 lvl:2.68) — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying
  Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People (imp:2.71 lvl:2.33) — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
  Training and Teaching Others (imp:2.61 lvl:2.08) — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or tr
  Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (imp:2.57 lvl:2.63) — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, an
  Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (imp:2.46 lvl:2.39) — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your
  Assisting and Caring for Others (imp:2.44 lvl:2.35) — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other pe
  Developing and Building Teams (imp:2.43 lvl:1.74) — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team membe
  Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (imp:2.39 lvl:2.41) — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
  Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (imp:2.36 lvl:1.86) — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, s
  Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (imp:2.31 lvl:2.09) — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
  Coaching and Developing Others (imp:2.31 lvl:1.93) — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherw
  Working with Computers (imp:2.30 lvl:1.83) — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to progra
  Analyzing Data or Information (imp:2.11 lvl:1.85) — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by break
  Providing Consultation and Advice to Others (imp:2.11 lvl:1.79) — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical,
  Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (imp:2.10 lvl:1.67) — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
  Scheduling Work and Activities (imp:2.05 lvl:1.85) — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
  Thinking Creatively (imp:2.03 lvl:1.63) — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, syste
  Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (imp:1.99 lvl:1.73) — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, 
  Performing Administrative Activities (imp:1.92 lvl:1.23) — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files
  Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (imp:1.84 lvl:1.15) — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance 
  Developing Objectives and Strategies (imp:1.82 lvl:1.38) — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to 
  Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (imp:1.76 lvl:1.35) — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines,
  Monitoring and Controlling Resources (imp:1.76 lvl:1.15) — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
  Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (imp:1.60 lvl:0.86) — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to t
  Communicating with People Outside the Organization (imp:1.47 lvl:0.73) — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organizatio
  Staffing Organizational Units (imp:1.43 lvl:0.72) — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organ
  Selling or Influencing Others (imp:1.39 lvl:0.61) — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or
  Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (imp:1.34 lvl:0.56) — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving

--- WORK STYLES ---
  Dependability (imp:1.98) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Attention to Detail (imp:1.81) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Cautiousness (imp:1.50) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Dependability (imp:1.00) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Integrity (imp:0.66) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Stress Tolerance (imp:0.55) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Cooperation (imp:0.45) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Achievement Orientation (imp:0.42) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Perseverance (imp:0.35) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Self-Control (imp:0.28) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Self-Confidence (imp:0.05) — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  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
  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
  Adaptability (imp:-0.04) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Initiative (imp:-0.12) — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Optimism (imp:-0.13) — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Empathy (imp:-0.17) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Humility (imp:-0.27) — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Social Orientation (imp:-0.27) — 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 
  Tolerance for Ambiguity (imp:-0.63) — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Innovation (imp:-0.71) — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Leadership Orientation (imp:-0.71) — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.

--- TRANSFERABLE SKILLS ---
  Operations Monitoring (imp:3.38 lvl:3.38) — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working pr
  Troubleshooting (imp:2.75 lvl:2.00) — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
  Quality Control Analysis (imp:2.75 lvl:2.50) — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate
  Operation and Control (imp:2.62 lvl:2.50) — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
  Social Perceptiveness (imp:2.50 lvl:2.12) — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
  Coordination (imp:2.50 lvl:2.00) — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
  Judgment and Decision Making (imp:2.50 lvl:2.25) — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the m
  Time Management (imp:2.50 lvl:2.50) — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
  Persuasion (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
  Instructing (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — Teaching others how to do something.
  Service Orientation (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — Actively looking for ways to help people.
  Complex Problem Solving (imp:2.00 lvl:2.12) — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and ev
  Systems Evaluation (imp:2.00 lvl:1.38) — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed 
  Negotiation (imp:1.88 lvl:1.62) — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
  Equipment Maintenance (imp:1.88 lvl:1.25) — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind o
  Management of Material Resources (imp:1.88 lvl:0.88) — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materi
  Management of Personnel Resources (imp:1.88 lvl:1.38) — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best 
  Repairing (imp:1.75 lvl:1.25) — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
  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
  Equipment Selection (imp:1.62 lvl:0.88) — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
  Systems Analysis (imp:1.62 lvl:0.88) — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, 
  Operations Analysis (imp:1.25 lvl:0.38) — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
  Technology Design (imp:1.00) — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
  Installation (imp:1.00) — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.
  Programming (imp:1.00) — Writing computer programs for various purposes.

--- NATIONAL WAGES ---
  total_employment : 42,330
  annual_median    : $41,220
  annual_pct10     : $32,220
  annual_pct25     : $36,420
  annual_pct75     : $48,480
  annual_pct90     : $58,160
  annual_mean      : $43,660
  hourly_median    : $19.82

--- GEOGRAPHIC DISPERSION ---
  highest_state    : Wisconsin ($55,120)
  lowest_state     : Puerto Rico ($22,400)
  dispersion_ratio : 2.461x

--- TOP STATES BY WAGE (44 total) ---
  Manufacturing                            emp:   29,140  median: $  40,780
  Transportation and Warehousing           emp:    6,360  median: $  49,500
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:    3,190  median: $  35,780
  Other Services (except Public Administration) emp:    1,650  median: $  33,930
  Wholesale Trade                          emp:      970  median: $  43,270
  Information                              emp:      270  median: $  39,160
  Retail Trade                             emp:      230  median: $  49,200
  Mining, Quarrying, and Oil and Gas Extraction emp:      220  median: $  40,810
  Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting emp:      160  median: $  37,440
  Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services emp:       70  median: $  45,590

--- TOP INDUSTRIES BY EMPLOYMENT (12 total) ---
  Manufacturing                            emp:   29,140  median: $  40,780
  Transportation and Warehousing           emp:    6,360  median: $  49,500
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:    3,190  median: $  35,780
  Other Services (except Public Administration) emp:    1,650  median: $  33,930
  Wholesale Trade                          emp:      970  median: $  43,270
  Information                              emp:      270  median: $  39,160
  Retail Trade                             emp:      230  median: $  49,200
  Mining, Quarrying, and Oil and Gas Extraction emp:      220  median: $  40,810
  Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting emp:      160  median: $  37,440
  Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services emp:       70  median: $  45,590

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fetched_at         : 2026-06-02T23:39:25.435527Z

--- SEMANTIC NEIGHBORS (5) ---

  Title: Women in the United States (similarity: 0.3214)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Women_in_the_United_States
  QID: Q17514041
  Extract: The legal status of women in the United States has advanced significantly over the past two centuries, but not yet equal to that of men in comparison to other high-income democracies.

  Title: Cotton swab (similarity: 0.0976)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cotton_swab
  QID: Q12201
  Extract: Cotton swabs or cotton buds, also Q-tips, are wads of cotton wrapped around a short rod made of wood, rolled paper, or plastic. They are most commonly used for ear cleaning, although this is not recommended by physicians. Other uses for cotton swabs include first aid, cosmetics application, cleaning

  Title: Leo Gerstenzang (similarity: 0.3111)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Leo_Gerstenzang
  QID: Q6523768
  Extract: Leo Gerstenzang was a Polish-American inventor who, in 1923, created the first contemporary cotton swab or Q-Tips. His product, which he named "Baby Gays," went on to become one of the most widely sold brand names. There are many anecdotes about how Gerstenzang came to create this invention. One is:

  Title: Fearne Cotton (similarity: 0.2326)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fearne_Cotton
  QID: Q542860
  Extract: Fearne Cotton is an English broadcaster and author. She began her career in the late 1990s as a children’s television presenter for GMTV, CITV and CBBC. She went on to present various television shows, including Top of the Pops (2004–2020), Love Island (2006), The Xtra Factor (2007), and Interior De

  Title: Cheek (similarity: 0.2286)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cheek
  QID: Q47038
  Extract: The cheeks constitute the area of the face below the eyes and between the nose and the left or right ear. Buccal means relating to the cheek. In humans, the region is innervated by the buccal nerve. The area between the inside of the cheek and the teeth and gums is called the vestibule or buccal pou

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 tasks, skills, and work activities. BLS wage data provides reliable market intelligence, though automation outlook requires some speculation based on work activity patterns.
inferred_at          : 2026-06-04T03:32:12.401883+00:00
tokens_input         : 4,814
tokens_output        : 4,211
cost_usd             : $0.045005
wikipedia_used       : False
wikipedia_title      : None
wikipedia_note       : No exact Wikipedia match found for this specific manufacturing occupation. The role represents a specialized industrial position that may not have dedicated encyclopedic coverage.

--- PROSE FIELDS ---

ROLE SUMMARY:
Machine Feeders and Offbearers support automated manufacturing and production operations by loading materials into machines and removing finished products. They monitor equipment operation, inspect materials for quality compliance, and maintain clean, safe work environments. This entry-level production role requires physical dexterity and attention to safety protocols rather than advanced technical skills.

DAY IN THE LIFE:
Machine feeders start their shift by inspecting materials and loading them into automated equipment using hand tools and moving devices. They monitor machine operations, pushing control buttons to start, stop, or adjust equipment as needed throughout production runs. Workers remove finished products from machines, placing them in containers or onto conveyors for further processing. They weigh and measure materials to ensure specifications are met, recording production data such as quantities processed. The workday includes cleaning machinery and work areas, packaging finished products, and marking materials for identification according to company procedures.

WHO THRIVES:
Individuals who excel in this role demonstrate strong arm-hand steadiness and control precision, as the work requires careful handling of materials and operation of equipment controls. Successful machine feeders are highly dependable and detail-oriented, consistently following safety protocols and quality standards. They work well in structured environments with clear procedures, showing cautiousness around machinery and maintaining integrity in quality control processes. Physical stamina is essential as the role involves continuous standing, lifting, and material handling throughout shifts.

CAREER ENTRY:
Most machine feeders enter with a high school diploma (73.0% of workers) or less (20.7%), with only 4.0% holding post-secondary certificates. Employers typically provide on-the-job training covering specific equipment operation, safety procedures, and quality standards. No prior experience is required as this is classified as Job Zone 2, requiring very little to some preparation.

CAREER TRAJECTORY:
Machine feeders can advance to machine operator or setter positions with additional training and experience. Career progression may lead to roles such as production supervisor, quality control inspector, or specialized machine technician positions. Some workers transition into maintenance roles or pursue additional education for manufacturing engineering or production management positions.

MARKET INTELLIGENCE:
According to BLS OEWS May 2025 data, 42,330 machine feeders are employed nationwide with a median annual wage of $41,220, ranging from $32,220 to $58,160. Geographic wage variation is significant, with Wisconsin offering the highest wages at $55,120 compared to Puerto Rico's $22,400, reflecting a 2.46x ratio difference. Manufacturing employs 29,140 workers (69% of the occupation), followed by Transportation and Warehousing with 6,360 positions. The concentration in manufacturing indicates steady demand tied to production volume and automation trends.

AUTOMATION OUTLOOK:
The role faces moderate automation risk as handling and moving objects (importance 4.0) and controlling machines and processes (importance 3.9) are core activities increasingly performed by robotic systems. However, the inspection and quality control aspects requiring human judgment may provide some protection against complete automation in the near term.

--- REASONED EDGES ---
  [task_similarity] Packers and Packagers, Hand (53-7064.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles involve handling materials, packaging products, and recording production data with similar physical requirements.
    data: Both have packaging and material handling as primary tasks
    data: Similar Job Zone 2 classification
    data: Overlapping work activities in handling and moving objects
  [skill_overlap] Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand (53-7062.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Shared emphasis on arm-hand steadiness, monitoring, and material handling activities in similar work environments.
    data: Both require arm-hand steadiness ability (importance 3.8)
    data: Monitoring skill important in both roles
    data: Physical material handling is core to both
  [career_pathway] Cutting and Slicing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders (51-9032.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Natural progression from feeding machines to operating and setting them with additional training and experience.
    data: Both involve machine operation and control
    data: Similar production and processing knowledge requirements
    data: Logical skill advancement pathway
  [knowledge_overlap] Extruding, Forming, Pressing, and Compacting Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders (51-9041.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both require production and processing knowledge (importance 3.4) and mechanical knowledge for equipment operation.
    data: Production and processing knowledge critical in both
    data: Mechanical knowledge overlap
    data: Similar manufacturing environment focus
  [riasec_cluster] Grinding, Lapping, Polishing, and Buffing Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic (51-4033.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both occupations fall within the Realistic RIASEC cluster with emphasis on hands-on mechanical work and equipment operation.
    data: High Realistic RIASEC scores for both roles
    data: Similar work with industrial equipment
    data: Comparable physical and mechanical skill requirements

--- NORMALIZER SIGNALS ---
  match_keywords   : ['machine feeder', 'offbearer', 'material handler', 'production feeder', 'equipment feeder', 'machine tender helper', 'production assistant', 'manufacturing feeder']
  exclude_keywords : ['machine operator', 'machine setter', 'supervisor', 'technician', 'engineer']
  title_patterns   : ['*feeder*', '*offbearer*', '*material*handler*', '*production*feeder*', '*equipment*feeder*']
  common_variations: ['machine feeders', 'equipment offbearers', 'production feeders', 'material feeders', 'machine tenders', 'production helpers', 'manufacturing feeders', 'equipment helpers']

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

TERM                    COUNT     FREQ  DOMINANT SOURCE      SOURCE BREAKDOWN
──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────
equipment                  42  0.01581  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:55%  onet_tasks:19%  dwas:14%
tendency                   42  0.01581  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
others                     38  0.01431  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
materials                  33  0.01243  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:30%  onet_tasks:27%  dwas:24%
control                    18  0.00678  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:67%  inference:28%  onet_tasks:6%
products                   17  0.00640  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:41%  onet_dimensions:29%  inference:18%
production                 17  0.00640  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:47%  inference:41%  onet_tasks:6%
machines                   16  0.00602  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:44%  onet_tasks:38%  inference:19%
principles                 16  0.00602  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
objects                    14  0.00527  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:86%  dwas:7%  inference:7%
hand                       13  0.00490  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:54%  onet_tasks:31%  inference:15%
moving                     13  0.00490  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:54%  onet_tasks:15%  dwas:15%
includes                   13  0.00490  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:92%  inference:8%
quality                    12  0.00452  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:50%  inference:50%
procedures                 11  0.00414  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:73%  inference:27%
standards                  11  0.00414  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:73%  inference:18%  dwas:9%
machine                    11  0.00414  inference            inference:82%  onet_dimensions:18%
ideas                      11  0.00414  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
techniques                 10  0.00377  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
activities                 10  0.00377  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:90%  inference:10%
body                       10  0.00377  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
tools                       9  0.00339  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:56%  onet_tasks:33%  inference:11%
problems                    9  0.00339  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
resources                   9  0.00339  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
quickly                     9  0.00339  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
orientation                 9  0.00339  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
cotton                      9  0.00339  wikipedia            wikipedia:100%
devices                     8  0.00301  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:62%  onet_tasks:25%  inference:12%
processing                  8  0.00301  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:50%  dwas:25%  onet_tasks:12%
monitoring                  8  0.00301  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
needs                       8  0.00301  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
rules                       8  0.00301  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
operations                  8  0.00301  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:75%  inference:25%
management                  8  0.00301  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  inference:12%
human                       8  0.00301  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  inference:12%
handling                    8  0.00301  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:62%  inference:38%
physical                    8  0.00301  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:75%  inference:25%
needed                      8  0.00301  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  inference:12%
events                      8  0.00301  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
actions                     8  0.00301  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%