Automation index
Can AI do the work of a Warehouse operator?
Today an AI or a robot can barely cover part of a shift. Pace, the physical space, and dealing with people still are the job.
It does not say how many people will end up unemployed.
Task comparison
IS WORK OVER?
Warehouse operator
33%
AI or a robot can already do 33% of this job.
#23 / 103
View rankingWarehouse operator
Where the time goes
Score = Σ (weight × saving). Weight is our estimate from frequency, not a time share published by O*NET. Saving is separate.
Weights are our estimate from O*NET frequency (FT). O*NET does not publish % of the week.
| Task | Share | AI | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
Record numbers of units handled or moved, using daily production sheets or work tickets.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 19% | 55% | +10.5 |
Move freight, stock, or other materials to and from storage or production areas, loading docks, delivery vehicles, ships, or containers, by hand or using trucks, tractors, or other equipment.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 18% | 28% | +5 |
Maintain equipment storage areas to ensure that inventory is protected.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 18% | 28% | +5 |
Read work orders or receive oral instructions to determine work assignments or material or equipment needs.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 15% | 28% | +4.2 |
Sort cargo before loading and unloading.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 14% | 28% | +3.9 |
Attach identifying tags to containers or mark them with identifying information.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 12% | 28% | +3.4 |
Install protective devices, such as bracing, padding, or strapping, to prevent shifting or damage to items being transported.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 4% | 28% | +1.1 |
| Total | 100% | 33% |
Modelled week 100% · Public evidence 0% · Estimate 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills this job uses
- products coding system
- operate warehouse record systems
- sort waste
- clean industrial containers
- maintain physical condition of warehouse
- receive goods
- assist in the movement of heavy loads
- stack goods
- use different communication channels
- monitor stock level
Sources for this job· O*NET 53-7062.00· ESCO/ISCO 9333
IS WORK OVER?
DevOps engineer
37%
#12 / 103
View rankingDevOps engineer
Where the time goes
Score = Σ (weight × saving). Weight is our estimate from frequency, not a time share published by O*NET. Saving is separate.
Weights are our estimate from O*NET frequency (FT). O*NET does not publish % of the week.
| Task | Share | AI | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
Modify existing software to correct errors, adapt it to new hardware, or upgrade interfaces and improve performance.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 11% | 28% | +3.1 |
Design, develop and modify software systems, using scientific analysis and mathematical models to predict and measure outcomes and consequences of design.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 10% | 48% | +4.8 |
Store, retrieve, and manipulate data for analysis of system capabilities and requirements.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 10% | 48% | +4.8 |
Confer with systems analysts, engineers, programmers and others to design systems and to obtain information on project limitations and capabilities, performance requirements and interfaces.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 9% | 48% | +4.3 |
Supervise the work of programmers, technologists and technicians and other engineering and scientific personnel.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 8% | 22% | +1.8 |
Analyze user needs and software requirements to determine feasibility of design within time and cost constraints.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 7% | 48% | +3.4 |
Develop or direct software system testing or validation procedures, programming, or documentation.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 7% | 55% | +3.9 |
Consult with customers or other departments on project status, proposals, or technical issues, such as software system design or maintenance.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 5% | 28% | +1.4 |
Other less frequent tasks (weight estimated from frequency).EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 33% | 28% | +9.2 |
| Total | 100% | 37% |
Modelled week 100% · Public evidence 0% · Estimate 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills this job uses
- write code
- programming
- software development
- coding
- debug code
- implement cloud security and compliance
- systems development life-cycle
- cloud security and compliance
- computer programming
- ICT system integration
Sources for this job· O*NET 15-1252.00· ESCO/ISCO 2512