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.
#230 / 693
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?
Curriculum designer
27%
#152 / 693
View rankingCurriculum designer
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Sequence, criteria and the kit.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 18% | 48% | +8.6 |
Pilot classroom, the teacher and what will not fit.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 40% | +6.4 |
Rubric, the marker and not inflating.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 22% | +3.5 |
Review, inspection and not dressing it.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 28% | +4.5 |
The publisher, the deadline and not swallowing a cut.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 18% | 14% | +2.5 |
That it can be taught, and not dying in the PDF.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
- teaching sequences
- criteria
- rubrics
- pilot classrooms
- curriculum kit
- inspection
- publishers
- dead PDF
Sources for this job· O*NET 25-9031.00· ESCO/ISCO 2351