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?

33%

AI or a robot can already do 33% of this job.

#23 / 103

Warehouse operator

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. Estimate No 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. Estimate No 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. Estimate No 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. Estimate No public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method.	15%	28%	+4.2
Sort cargo before loading and unloading. Estimate No 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. Estimate No 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. Estimate No 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

IS WORK OVER?

28%

#53 / 103

Waiter

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
Collect payments from customers. Estimate No public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method.	6%	28%	+1.7
Check with customers to ensure that they are enjoying their meals, and take action to correct any problems. Estimate No public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method.	6%	28%	+1.7
Remove dishes and glasses from tables or counters, and take them to kitchen for cleaning. Estimate No public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method.	5%	28%	+1.4
Prepare checks that itemize and total meal costs and sales taxes. Estimate No public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method.	5%	28%	+1.4
Clean tables or counters after patrons have finished dining. Estimate No public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method.	5%	28%	+1.4
Take orders from patrons for food or beverages. Estimate No public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method.	5%	28%	+1.4
Write patrons' food orders on order slips, memorize orders, or enter orders into computers for transmittal to kitchen staff. Estimate No public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method.	5%	28%	+1.4
Inform customers of daily specials. Estimate No public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method.	5%	28%	+1.4
Other less frequent tasks (weight estimated from frequency). Estimate No public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method.	58%	28%	+16.2
Total	100%		28%

Modelled week 100% · Public evidence 0% · Estimate 100% · Confidence: Low