Preparation
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Preparation zone | Zone 2 – Some preparation needed |
| What O*NET says the zone requires | Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is usually needed |
| Broad occupation in O*NET | True (Yes) |
| Skills listed for this occupation | 6 |
| Abilities listed for this occupation | 6 |
| Tasks listed for this occupation | 5 |
| Interest scores given for this occupation | 6 |
Skills
The 6 skills with the highest importance values in this occupation's records.
| Skill | O*NET element | Importance | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operations Monitoring | 2.B.3.g | 4.0 | 08/2021 |
| Quality Control Analysis | 2.B.3.m | 3.38 | 08/2021 |
| Equipment Maintenance | 2.B.3.j | 3.12 | 08/2021 |
| Judgment and Decision Making | 2.B.4.e | 3.12 | 08/2021 |
| Monitoring | 2.A.2.d | 3.12 | 08/2021 |
| Operation and Control | 2.B.3.h | 3.12 | 08/2021 |
The importance value is what each record itself carries on O*NET's importance scale; the date is the date in each record.
Abilities
The 6 abilities with the highest importance values in this occupation's records.
| Ability | O*NET element | Importance | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arm-Hand Steadiness | 1.A.2.a.1 | 3.88 | 08/2021 |
| Control Precision | 1.A.2.b.1 | 3.88 | 08/2021 |
| Near Vision | 1.A.4.a.1 | 3.88 | 08/2021 |
| Manual Dexterity | 1.A.2.a.2 | 3.75 | 08/2021 |
| Problem Sensitivity | 1.A.1.b.3 | 3.62 | 08/2021 |
| Visualization | 1.A.1.f.2 | 3.38 | 08/2021 |
The importance value is what each record itself carries on O*NET's importance scale; the date is the date in each record.
Tasks
The tasks O*NET records for this occupation, with the type, respondent count and date each record carries.
| Task | Type | Incumbents responding | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inspect workpieces for defects, and measure workpieces to determine accuracy of machine operation, using rules, templates, or other measuring instruments. | Core | 51 | 08/2021 |
| Position, adjust, and secure stock material or workpieces against stops, on arbors, or in chucks, fixtures, or automatic feeding mechanisms, manually or using hoists. | Core | 51 | 08/2021 |
| Read blueprints or job orders to determine product specifications and tooling instructions and to plan operational sequences. | Core | 51 | 08/2021 |
| Select, install, and adjust alignment of drills, cutters, dies, guides, and holding devices, using templates, measuring instruments, and hand tools. | Core | 51 | 08/2021 |
| Observe machine operation to detect workpiece defects or machine malfunctions, adjusting machines as necessary. | Core | 51 | 08/2021 |
Work interests
The interest scores O*NET gives this occupation, on the six interest types.
| Interest | Score | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Realistic | 7.0 | 11/2023 |
| Conventional | 4.61 | 11/2023 |
| Investigative | 2.15 | 11/2023 |
| Social | 1.04 | 11/2023 |
| Artistic | 1.0 | 11/2023 |
| Enterprising | 1.0 | 11/2023 |