Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Operators
ProductionAI Impact Assessment
This job is relatively safe from AI automation and may even benefit from AI tools.
Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Operators with an AI automation risk score of 26%. Analysis includes 27 core tasks.
Safer Career Paths
Machinists
19% AI Risk
Human-centered work and decision ownership.
Grinding
0% AI Risk
Human-centered work and decision ownership.
Welding
19% AI Risk
Human-centered work and decision ownership.
Key Tasks
Write simple programs for computer-controlled machine tools.
Confer with supervisors or programmers to resolve machine malfunctions or production errors or to obtain approval to continue production.
Input initial part dimensions into machine control panels.
Calculate machine speed and feed ratios and the size and position of cuts.
Measure dimensions of finished workpieces to ensure conformance to specifications
Set up and operate computer-controlled machines or robots to perform one or more machine functions on metal or plastic workpieces.
Review program specifications or blueprints to determine and set machine operations and sequencing
Upskilling Courses
Data Sources
Analysis based on O*NET data