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?
Urban planner
24%
#285 / 633
View rankingUrban 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Draft reports, sheets and a first zoning plan.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 22% | 40% | +8.8 |
Analyse population, mobility and land data.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 18% | 35% | +6.3 |
Review objections and legal compatibility.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 22% | +3.5 |
Tables with residents, councillors and city staff.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 15% | +2.4 |
Field visits and reading the site.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 12% | +1.9 |
Political negotiation and defending the plan.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 12% | 8% | +1 |
| Total | 100% | 24% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills and activities
- Analyse population, mobility and land data
- Review objections and legal compatibility
- Field visits and reading the site
- urbanista
- urban planner
- planeamiento
- ordenacion del territorio
Sources for this job· O*NET 19-3051.00· ESCO/ISCO 2164