Automation index
How much of a Parts clerk’s job can AI already do?
An OEM code comes earlier. Giving the part that fits, not the lookalike, do not.
This percentage does not predict how many people will lose their jobs.
Task comparison
IS WORK OVER?
Parts clerk
28%
AI can already do 28% of this job.
#114 / 623
View rankingParts clerk
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Catalogue, equivalents and the code.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 18% | 52% | +9.4 |
Counter, the waiting shop and the doubt.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 22% | +3.5 |
Stock, urgent orders and the one that is late.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 36% | +5.8 |
Returns, warranties and the wrong part.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 28% | +4.5 |
The mechanic, the blurry photo and not selling blind.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 18% | 14% | +2.5 |
The one that fits, not the lookalike.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
- parts catalogue
- OEM equivalents
- shop counter
- urgent orders
- returns
- part warranties
- parts stock
- part codes
Sources for this job· O*NET 41-2022.00· ESCO/ISCO 4321
IS WORK OVER?
Lathe operator
26%
#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