Automation index
How much of a Lathe operator’s job can AI already do?
A CNC run and a pass come earlier. Setting up, measuring and not scrapping the part do not.
This percentage does not predict how many people will lose their jobs.
Task comparison
IS WORK OVER?
Lathe operator
26%
AI can already do 26% of this job.
#214 / 623
View rankingLathe operator
Where the time goes
Task weights are our estimates based on O*NET frequency data, not time shares published by O*NET.
The time saving for each task is estimated separately.
| Task | Share | AI | Points |
|---|---|---|---|
Read the drawing, tolerances and the route card.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 40% | +6.4 |
Set up, clamp, pick the tool and the origin.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 18% | 18% | +3.2 |
Turn, face, thread and finish the part.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 18% | 28% | +5 |
Measure, tweak offsets and not scrap the batch.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 36% | +5.8 |
Lathe care, swarf and safety.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 22% | +3.5 |
Grades, times and liability for the dimension.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 14% | +2.2 |
| Total | 100% | 26% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills and activities
- turn parts
- set up the lathe
- measure dimensions
- cut threads
- adjust offsets
- read mechanical drawings
- avoid scrap
- pick tools
Sources for this job· O*NET 51-4034.00· ESCO/ISCO 7223
IS WORK OVER?
Air cargo agent
27%
#129 / 623
View rankingAir cargo agent
Where the time goes
Task weights are our estimates based on O*NET frequency data, not time shares published by O*NET.
The time saving for each task is estimated separately.
| Task | Share | AI | Points |
|---|---|---|---|
AWB, weight and the flight.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 18% | 48% | +8.6 |
Acceptance, screening and what cannot fly.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 22% | +3.5 |
ULD, build-up and the cut-off.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 36% | +5.8 |
Customs, transits and the one that misses the flight.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 28% | +4.5 |
The client, the urgent and not overbooking the hold.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 18% | 14% | +2.5 |
Board on time, and not leaving it on the ramp.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 12% | +1.9 |
| Total | 100% | 27% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills and activities
- AWB
- cargo screening
- ULD
- cut-off
- build-up
- air transits
- weight and volume
- the hold
Sources for this job· O*NET 43-5011.00· ESCO/ISCO 3331