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 / 633
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?
Bank teller
28%
#85 / 633
View rankingBank teller
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Deposits, withdrawals, transfers and cashing up.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 18% | 48% | +8.6 |
Serve the window, identify the customer and manage queues.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 18% | 22% | +4 |
Sell simple products and update records.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 40% | +6.4 |
Spot irregularities, notes and doubtful operations.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 28% | +4.5 |
Balance the till, audits and hand over to treasury.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 18% | +2.9 |
Rules, cash and liability for the window.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 12% | +1.9 |
| Total | 100% | 28% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills and activities
- count cash
- serve the teller window
- take deposits
- balance the till
- identify customers
- spot fake notes
- sell bank products
- cash audit
Sources for this job· O*NET 43-3071.00· ESCO/ISCO 4211