Takeover Tracker

Side-by-Side Comparison

MetricRolling Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and PlasticSeparating, Filtering, Clarifying, Precipitating, and Still Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders
Risk Score42.2%39.3%
Risk TierMedium RiskMedium Risk
Risk Percentile86th78th
Tasks at Risk (>50%)11 / 158 / 15
Median Salary$48,630$49,500
Employment22K54K

Skill Comparison

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Sorted by largest difference

Controlling Machines and Processes
Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment
Making Decisions and Solving Problems
Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material
Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge
Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment
Handling and Moving Objects
Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment
Documenting/Recording Information
Operation and Control
Control Precision
Quality Control Analysis

Protective Factors

Higher values indicate stronger protection against AI displacement

Rolling Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic

27%

total discount

Separating, Filtering, Clarifying, Precipitating, and Still Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders

25%

total discount

Task Risk Comparison

Tasks sorted by AI automation risk — higher means more automatable

Rolling Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic

11 of 15 at risk
87%Calculate draft space and roll speed for each mill stand to plan rolling sequences and specified dimensions and tempers.
87%Select rolls, dies, roll stands, and chucks from data charts to form specified contours and to fabricate products.
86%Read rolling orders, blueprints, and mill schedules to determine setup specifications, work sequences, product dimensions, and installation procedures.
85%Examine, inspect, and measure raw materials and finished products to verify conformance to specifications.
67%Manipulate controls and observe dial indicators to monitor, adjust, and regulate speeds of machine mechanisms.

Separating, Filtering, Clarifying, Precipitating, and Still Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders

8 of 15 at risk
86%Monitor material flow or instruments such as temperature or pressure gauges, indicators, or meters to ensure optimal processing conditions.
65%Test samples to determine viscosity, acidity, specific gravity, or degree of concentration, using test equipment such as viscometers, pH meters, or hydrometers.
57%Examine samples to verify qualities such as clarity, cleanliness, consistency, dryness, or texture.
57%Inspect machines or equipment for hazards, operating efficiency, malfunctions, wear, or leaks.
53%Set up or adjust machine controls to regulate conditions such as material flow, temperature, or pressure.

Wage Comparison

Separating, Filtering, Clarifying, Precipitating, and Still Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders earns +$870(+2%) vs Rolling Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic
Rolling Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and PlasticSeparating, Filtering, Clarifying, Precipitating, and Still Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders
10th
$37,090$35,810
25th
$41,600$41,830
Median
$48,630$49,500
75th
$57,730$61,350
90th
$67,500$75,860

Premium Head-to-Head Analysis

Displacement Timeline Comparison

Rolling Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic20282035
Separating, Filtering, Clarifying, Precipitating, and Still Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders20282035
20242030203520402045

Separating, Filtering, Clarifying, Precipitating, and Still Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders has a longer runway before significant displacement, projected 0 years later than Rolling Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic.

Risk-Adjusted Salary

Salary weighted by displacement risk: salary × (1 − risk%)

Rolling Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic

$28,132

from $48,630

Separating, Filtering, Clarifying, Precipitating, and Still Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders

$30,051

from $49,500

After adjusting for AI risk, Separating, Filtering, Clarifying, Precipitating, and Still Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders offers $1,919 more in risk-adjusted pay.

Transition Feasibility

1%

Skill Overlap

Low overlap — significant retraining needed for transition

0

Unique to Rolling

0

Unique to Separating,

Combined Protection Strategy

Regardless of which path you choose, focus on these protective factors

Fine Manipulation
Decision Complexity
Regulatory Barriers
Creativity
Rolling Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and PlasticSeparating, Filtering, Clarifying, Precipitating, and Still Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders