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?
Scrum master
25%
#251 / 633
View rankingScrum master
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Facilitate ceremonies, boards and notes.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 20% | 45% | +9 |
Flow metrics and impediment reports.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 38% | +6.1 |
Team coaching and internal conflict.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 18% | 15% | +2.7 |
Protect the sprint from interruptions.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 12% | +1.9 |
Train PO and managers in the method.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 18% | +2.9 |
Change the system, not just the ritual.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 14% | 16% | +2.2 |
| Total | 100% | 25% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills and activities
- Facilitate ceremonies, boards and notes
- Flow metrics and impediment reports
- Team coaching and internal conflict
- Protect the sprint from interruptions
- Train PO and managers in the method
- Change the system, not just the ritual
- scrum master
- agile coach
Sources for this job· O*NET 13-1111.00· ESCO/ISCO 2421