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?
Civil engineer
25%
#231 / 623
View rankingCivil engineer
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Structural calcs and code checks.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 22% | 42% | +9.2 |
Drawings, quantities and cost estimate.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 18% | 38% | +6.8 |
Geotech and simplified impact reports.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 22% | +3.5 |
Coordination with contractor, council and suppliers.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 15% | +2.4 |
Site execution and safety control.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 12% | +1.9 |
Site authority and responsible signature.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 12% | 10% | +1.2 |
| Total | 100% | 25% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills and activities
- Structural calcs and code checks
- Drawings, quantities and cost estimate
- Geotech and simplified impact reports
- Site execution and safety control
- Site authority and responsible signature
- ingeniero civil
- civil engineer
- obras publicas
- caminos
Sources for this job· O*NET 17-2051.00· ESCO/ISCO 2142