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Side-by-Side Comparison

MetricManufacturing Production TechniciansComputer Numerically Controlled Machine Tool Programmers, Metal and Plastic
Risk Score40.5%43.1%
Risk TierMedium RiskMedium Risk
Risk Percentile82th88th
Tasks at Risk (>50%)10 / 1515 / 15
Median Salary$77,390N/A
Employment64KN/A

Skill Comparison

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Sorted by largest difference

Equipment MaintenanceAI-Resistant
Controlling Machines and Processes
Computers and Electronics
Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment
Repairing
Provide Consultation and Advice to Others
Mathematical Reasoning
MathematicsAI-Vulnerable
Engineering and Technology
Information OrderingAI-Vulnerable

Protective Factors

Higher values indicate stronger protection against AI displacement

Manufacturing Production Technicians

30%

total discount

Computer Numerically Controlled Machine Tool Programmers, Metal and Plastic

27%

total discount

Task Risk Comparison

Tasks sorted by AI automation risk — higher means more automatable

Manufacturing Production Technicians

10 of 15 at risk
86%Plan and lay out work to meet production and schedule requirements.
82%Select cleaning materials, tools, or equipment.
78%Adhere to all applicable regulations, policies, and procedures for health, safety, and environmental compliance.
65%Inspect finished products for quality and adherence to customer specifications.
61%Test products or subassemblies for functionality or quality.

Computer Numerically Controlled Machine Tool Programmers, Metal and Plastic

15 of 15 at risk
87%Write instruction sheets and cutter lists for a machine's controller to guide setup and encode numerical control tapes.
87%Enter computer commands to store or retrieve parts patterns, graphic displays, or programs that transfer data to other media.
87%Sort shop orders into groups to maximize materials utilization and minimize machine setup time.
86%Order tooling for jobs.
85%Prepare geometric layouts from graphic displays, using computer-assisted drafting software or drafting instruments and graph paper.

Wage Comparison

Manufacturing Production TechniciansComputer Numerically Controlled Machine Tool Programmers, Metal and Plastic
10th
$47,010N/A
25th
$59,700N/A
Median
$77,390N/A
75th
$97,760N/A
90th
$114,630N/A

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