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?
Volunteer coordinator
25%
#218 / 633
View rankingVolunteer coordinator
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Recruitment, rotas and the volunteer register.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 44% | +7 |
Train, support and the one who arrives lost.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 18% | 16% | +2.9 |
Insurance, agreements and the volunteering act.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 32% | +5.1 |
Recognise, keep them and the one who burns out.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 28% | +4.5 |
The clash between volunteer and staff.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 18% | 18% | +3.2 |
That they add, and do not replace paid work.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 14% | +2.2 |
| Total | 100% | 25% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills and activities
- recruit volunteers
- make rotas
- train volunteers
- volunteering law
- retain volunteers
- volunteer insurance
- staff conflict
- volunteer register
Sources for this job· O*NET 11-9151.00· ESCO/ISCO 1344