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?
Scaffolder
16%
#607 / 633
View rankingScaffolder
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Drawings, notes and kit.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 28% | +4.5 |
Erect, plumb and tie in.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 24% | 8% | +1.9 |
Heights, harness and weather.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 12% | +1.9 |
Site, trades and striking.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 18% | +2.9 |
Logs, quantities and extras.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 14% | 22% | +3.1 |
Not leaving a loose scaffold.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 14% | 14% | +2 |
| Total | 100% | 16% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills and activities
- Drawings, notes and kit
- Erect, plumb and tie in
- Heights, harness and weather
- Site, trades and striking
- Logs, quantities and extras
- Not leaving a loose scaffold
- montador de andamios
- andamista
- scaffolder
Sources for this job· O*NET 47-2031.00· ESCO/ISCO 7119