Automation index
How much of a Tool and die maker’s job can AI already do?
A CAD file and an electrode come earlier. Fitting the die so the run comes out do not.
This percentage does not predict how many people will lose their jobs.
Task comparison
IS WORK OVER?
Tool and die maker
25%
AI can already do 25% of this job.
#244 / 633
View rankingTool and die maker
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 die, clearances and the 3D drawing.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 40% | +6.4 |
Machine, fit and try the tooling.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 18% | 18% | +3.2 |
Mount in the press, shoot and correct.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 18% | 22% | +4 |
EDM, polish and cavity finish.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 32% | +5.1 |
Die maintenance and changeovers.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 28% | +4.5 |
Die life and liability for the part.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
- make dies
- fit tooling
- run EDM
- try out tooling
- polish cavities
- mount in the press
- maintain moulds
- correct clearances
Sources for this job· O*NET 51-4111.00· ESCO/ISCO 7222
IS WORK OVER?
Furniture assembler
19%
#513 / 633
View rankingFurniture assembler
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Manual, fittings and the parts count.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 32% | +5.1 |
Assemble, plumb and the wrong screw.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 22% | 8% | +1.8 |
Up the stairs without marking the wall.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 22% | +3.5 |
Adjust doors, drawers and the client watching.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 28% | +4.5 |
The small flat and the piece that will not fit whole.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 18% | +2.9 |
That it does not wobble, and not leaving a fitting out.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 14% | 12% | +1.7 |
| Total | 100% | 19% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills and activities
- assemble furniture
- fittings
- plumb wardrobes
- adjust doors
- drawers
- up the stairs
- parts count
- screws
Sources for this job· O*NET 51-2092.00· ESCO/ISCO 8219