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?
Route planner
28%
#112 / 623
View rankingRoute planner
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Optimise, windows and capacity.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 18% | 52% | +9.4 |
Restrictions, tolls and the right vehicle.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 40% | +6.4 |
The salesperson who promises and the plan that will not.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 22% | +3.5 |
Recalc, incidents and the next day.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 28% | +4.5 |
The warehouse, the cut-off and not leaving the last one.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 18% | 14% | +2.5 |
That it fits, and not blowing the hours.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
- optimise routes
- delivery windows
- tolls
- vehicle capacity
- recalc
- traffic restrictions
- warehouse cut-off
- driving hours
Sources for this job· O*NET 13-1081.00· ESCO/ISCO 4323