Process control technicians not elsewhere classified
An AI agent can at least partly carry out 91.1% of the task time of process control technicians not elsewhere classified, and finish 0.0% alone. The barrier that holds most of the rest back is access to the systems the work runs on.
56th of 433 · interval 76.3–100.0
201st of 433 · interval 0.0–0.0
69th of 433 · interval 50.0–63.8
task statements rated by two models and weighted by importance and frequency. World employment: 0.1 million.
How the tasks rate
What stops the agent
Share of task weight flagged by each barrier; a task can carry several.
| Task statement (O*NET occupation) | Sonnet · Haiku | Barriers | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Determine the sequence of machine operations, and select the proper cutting tools needed to machine workpieces into the desired shapes.Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Programmers | 8.5% | L2 | L2L2 | 62% | 1.5 h | Access to systems |
| Analyze job orders, drawings, blueprints, specifications, printed circuit board pattern films, and design data to calculate dimensions, tool selection, machine speeds, and feed rates.Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Programmers | 8.1% | L2 | L2L2 | 65% | 1.4 h | Access to systems |
| Write programs in the language of a machine's controller and store programs on media, such as punch tapes, magnetic tapes, or disks.Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Programmers | 7.8% | L2 | L2L2 | 65% | 2.0 h | Access to systems |
| Determine reference points, machine cutting paths, or hole locations, and compute angular and linear dimensions, radii, and curvatures.Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Programmers | 7.5% | L2 | L2L2 | 70% | 52 min | Access to systems |
| Enter computer commands to store or retrieve parts patterns, graphic displays, or programs that transfer data to other media.Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Programmers | 7.3% | L2 | L3L2 | 75% | 18 min | Access to systems |
| Observe machines on trial runs or conduct computer simulations to ensure that programs and machinery will function properly and produce items that meet specifications.Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Programmers | 7.1% | L2 | L2L2 | 48% | 2.3 h | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Revise programs or tapes to eliminate errors, and retest programs to check that problems have been solved.Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Programmers | 6.7% | L2 | L2L2 | 55% | 1.6 h | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Modify existing programs to enhance efficiency.Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Programmers | 6.5% | L2 | L2L2 | 58% | 2.3 h | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Enter coordinates of hole locations into program memories by depressing pedals or buttons of programmers.Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Programmers | 6.1% | L2 | L2L2 | 48% | 32 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Compare encoded tapes or computer printouts with original part specifications and blueprints to verify accuracy of instructions.Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Programmers | 6.0% | L2 | L2L2 | 65% | 52 min | Access to systems |
| Prepare geometric layouts from graphic displays, using computer-assisted drafting software or drafting instruments and graph paper.Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Programmers | 5.8% | L2 | L2L3 | 68% | 1.5 h | Access to systems |
| Sort shop orders into groups to maximize materials utilization and minimize machine setup time.Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Programmers | 5.4% | L2 | L2L2 | 65% | 1.5 h | Access to systems |
| Write instruction sheets and cutter lists for a machine's controller to guide setup and encode numerical control tapes.Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Programmers · supplemental task | 5.0% | L2 | L2L2 | 65% | 1.8 h | Access to systems |
| Align and secure pattern film on reference tables of optical programmers, and observe enlarger scope views of printed circuit boards.Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Programmers · supplemental task | 4.5% | L0 | L0L0 | 4% | 30 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Perform preventative maintenance or minor repairs on machines.Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Programmers | 4.4% | L1 | L1L2 | 22% | 1.0 h | Physical presence, Access to systems |
Show the other 1 tasks
| Task statement (O*NET occupation) | Sonnet · Haiku | Barriers | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Order tooling for jobs.Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Programmers | 3.3% | L2 | L2L2 | 65% | 45 min | Access to systems |
Level: consensus of the two models (the lower level when they disagree). Share: part of the task’s working time an agent could take over. Human time: minutes a competent person needs for one instance, as estimated by the models.
Exposure is not delegation
| Measure | Value | Percentile | Pct |
|---|---|---|---|
| ADI (this index) | 91.1% | 87 | |
| Eloundou et al. (2024), GPT exposure β | 0.835 | 98 | |
| Felten et al. (2021), AI occupational exposure | -0.446 | 42 | |
| Webb (2020), AI patent exposure | 78 | 71 | |
| Eisfeldt et al. (2026), generative AI exposure | 0.398 | 78 | |
| Anthropic Economic Index, observed use | 0.121 | 75 |
Earlier indices measure whether AI can touch a task; ADI measures how much of it an agent can carry out from a goal. – : the source does not cover this occupation.
Neighbouring occupations
| Occupation | ADI | % |
|---|---|---|
| Draughtspersons 3118 | 82.3 | |
| Mining supervisors 3121 | 71.6 | |
| Construction supervisors 3123 | 71.6 | |
| Chemical and physical science technicians 3111 | 69.7 | |
| Electronics engineering technicians 3114 | 60.2 | |
| Civil engineering technicians 3112 | 57.6 | |
| Manufacturing supervisors 3122 | 56.5 | |
| Air traffic safety electronics technicians 3155 | 54.7 | |
| Mining and metallurgical technicians 3117 | 51.5 | |
| Physical and engineering science technicians not elsewhere classified 3119 | 51.1 | |
| Mechanical engineering technicians 3115 | 50.0 | |
| Power production plant operators 3131 | 48.7 |
Dashed line: process control technicians not elsewhere classified (91.1%).
Espinal Maya, Cristian, and Santiago Jiménez Londoño. 2026. ADI v2026.1: Agent Delegability Index data, code and MCP server. Zenodo. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.23552918. Record: Process control technicians not elsewhere classified (ISCO-08 3139), https://balamlabs.org/adi/occupations/3139
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author = {Espinal Maya, Cristian and Jim{\'e}nez Londo{\~n}o, Santiago},
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