ISCO-08 8181
Glass and ceramics plant operators
9.1%
ADI · 365th of 433 · 95% interval 4.3–14.2
An AI agent can at least partly carry out 9.1% of the task time of glass and ceramics plant operators, and finish 0.0% alone. The barrier that holds most of the rest back is access to the systems the work runs on.
ADI · partial or full9.1%
365th of 433 · interval 4.3–14.2
ADI3 · full delegation0.0%
201st of 433 · interval 0.0–0.0
ADIs · share of time15.8%
349th of 433 · interval 12.9–18.7
Evidence180
task statements rated by two models and weighted by importance and frequency. World employment: 1.5 million.
Task weight by level
How the tasks rate
L0No meaningful role · 60.2%L1Augmentation · 30.7%L2Partial delegation · 9.1%L3Full delegation · 0.0%
Barriers
What stops the agent
Share of task weight flagged by each barrier; a task can carry several.
180 task statements, heaviest first
| Task statement (O*NET occupation) | Weight | Level | Sonnet · Haiku | Share | Human time | Barriers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Observe machine operations, control boards, and gauges to detect malfunctions such as clogged bushings and defective binder applicators.Extruding and Forming Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Synthetic and Glass Fibers | 2.3% | L1 | L1L1 | 28% | 25 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Load materials into extruding and forming machines, using hand tools, and adjust feed mechanisms to set feed rates.Extruding and Forming Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Synthetic and Glass Fibers | 2.3% | L0 | L0L0 | 5% | 25 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Set up, operate, or tend machines that extrude and form filaments from synthetic materials such as rayon, fiberglass, or liquid polymers.Extruding and Forming Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Synthetic and Glass Fibers | 2.2% | L0 | L0L1 | 12% | 4.5 h | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Observe flow of finish across finish rollers, and turn valves to adjust flow to specifications.Extruding and Forming Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Synthetic and Glass Fibers · supplemental task | 2.2% | L0 | L0L0 | 5% | 15 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Notify other workers of defects, and direct them to adjust extruding and forming machines.Extruding and Forming Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Synthetic and Glass Fibers | 2.1% | L1 | L1L2 | 30% | 12 min | Physical presence, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Remove polymer deposits from spinnerettes and equipment, using silicone spray, brass chisels, and bronze-wool pads.Extruding and Forming Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Synthetic and Glass Fibers · supplemental task | 2.0% | L0 | L0L1 | 6% | 1.0 h | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Record operational data on tags, and attach tags to machines.Extruding and Forming Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Synthetic and Glass Fibers · supplemental task | 2.0% | L1 | L1L1 | 22% | 8 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Move controls to activate and adjust extruding and forming machines.Extruding and Forming Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Synthetic and Glass Fibers | 2.0% | L1 | L1L1 | 12% | 12 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Press metering-pump buttons and turn valves to stop flow of polymers.Extruding and Forming Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Synthetic and Glass Fibers · supplemental task | 1.9% | L0 | L0L0 | 2% | 3 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Press buttons to stop machines when processes are complete or when malfunctions are detected.Extruding and Forming Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Synthetic and Glass Fibers | 1.9% | L0 | L1L0 | 10% | 2 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Record details of machine malfunctions.Extruding and Forming Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Synthetic and Glass Fibers | 1.9% | L2 | L2L2 | 55% | 12 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Start metering pumps and observe operation of machines and equipment to ensure continuous flow of filaments extruded through spinnerettes and to detect processing defects.Extruding and Forming Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Synthetic and Glass Fibers · supplemental task | 1.9% | L1 | L1L2 | 28% | 38 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Remove excess, entangled, or completed filaments from machines, using hand tools.Extruding and Forming Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Synthetic and Glass Fibers · supplemental task | 1.9% | L0 | L0L0 | 2% | 10 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Wipe finish rollers with cloths and wash finish trays with water when necessary.Extruding and Forming Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Synthetic and Glass Fibers · supplemental task | 1.8% | L0 | L0L0 | 0% | 12 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Open cabinet doors to cut multifilament threadlines away from guides, using scissors.Extruding and Forming Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Synthetic and Glass Fibers · supplemental task | 1.7% | L0 | L0L0 | 0% | 4 min | Physical presence |
Show the other 165 tasks
| Task statement (O*NET occupation) | Weight | Level | Sonnet · Haiku | Share | Human time | Barriers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clean and maintain extruding and forming machines, using hand tools.Extruding and Forming Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Synthetic and Glass Fibers | 1.7% | L0 | L0L0 | 4% | 1.5 h | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Lower pans inside cabinets to catch molten filaments until flow of polymer through packs has stopped.Extruding and Forming Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Synthetic and Glass Fibers · supplemental task | 1.4% | L0 | L0L0 | 2% | 8 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Weigh or measure materials, ingredients, or products to ensure conformance to requirements.Mixing and Blending Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders | 0.9% | L1 | L1L1 | 18% | 10 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Mix or blend ingredients by starting machines and mixing for specified times.Mixing and Blending Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders | 0.9% | L1 | L1L1 | 15% | 30 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Observe production or monitor equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation.Mixing and Blending Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders | 0.9% | L1 | L1L2 | 30% | 4.5 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Read work orders to determine production specifications or information.Mixing and Blending Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders | 0.9% | L2 | L2L3 | 78% | 8 min | Access to systems |
| Compound or process ingredients or dyes, according to formulas.Mixing and Blending Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders | 0.9% | L1 | L1L1 | 15% | 52 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Record operational or production data on specified forms.Mixing and Blending Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders | 0.9% | L2 | L2L2 | 50% | 15 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Stop mixing or blending machines when specified product qualities are obtained and open valves and start pumps to transfer mixtures.Mixing and Blending Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders | 0.9% | L1 | L1L1 | 22% | 10 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Operate or tend machines to mix or blend any of a wide variety of materials, such as spices, dough batter, tobacco, fruit juices, chemicals, livestock feed, food products, color pigments, or explosive ingredients.Mixing and Blending Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders | 0.9% | L1 | L1L1 | 15% | 4.4 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Examine materials, ingredients, or products visually or with hands to ensure conformance to established standards.Mixing and Blending Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders | 0.9% | L1 | L1L1 | 18% | 10 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Collect samples of materials or products for laboratory testing.Mixing and Blending Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders | 0.9% | L0 | L0L1 | 10% | 18 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Dump or pour specified amounts of materials into machinery or equipment.Mixing and Blending Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders | 0.8% | L0 | L0L0 | 5% | 10 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Monitor equipment operation, gauges, and panel lights to detect deviations from standards.Furnace, Kiln, Oven, Drier, and Kettle Operators and Tenders | 0.8% | L2 | L2L2 | 55% | 4.2 h | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Test samples of materials or products to ensure compliance with specifications, using test equipment.Mixing and Blending Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders · supplemental task | 0.8% | L1 | L1L1 | 20% | 38 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Unload mixtures into containers or onto conveyors for further processing.Mixing and Blending Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders | 0.8% | L0 | L0L1 | 10% | 18 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Transfer materials, supplies, or products between work areas, using moving equipment or hand tools.Mixing and Blending Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders | 0.8% | L0 | L0L0 | 6% | 22 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Add or mix chemicals or ingredients for processing, using hand tools or other devices.Mixing and Blending Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders | 0.8% | L0 | L0L1 | 8% | 25 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Tend accessory equipment, such as pumps or conveyors, to move materials or ingredients through production processes.Mixing and Blending Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders | 0.8% | L0 | L0L1 | 12% | 25 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Clean work areas.Mixing and Blending Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders | 0.8% | L0 | L0L0 | 4% | 30 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Press and adjust controls to activate, set, and regulate equipment according to specifications.Furnace, Kiln, Oven, Drier, and Kettle Operators and Tenders | 0.8% | L1 | L1L2 | 28% | 15 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Open valves to drain slurry from mixers into storage tanks.Mixing and Blending Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders · supplemental task | 0.8% | L0 | L1L0 | 10% | 10 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Melt or refine metal before casting, calculating required temperatures, and observe metal color, adjusting controls as necessary to maintain required temperatures.Furnace, Kiln, Oven, Drier, and Kettle Operators and Tenders · supplemental task | 0.7% | L1 | L1L2 | 22% | 1.3 h | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Remove products from equipment, manually or using hoists, and prepare them for storage, shipment, or additional processing.Furnace, Kiln, Oven, Drier, and Kettle Operators and Tenders · supplemental task | 0.7% | L0 | L0L0 | 4% | 25 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Clean and maintain equipment, using hand tools.Mixing and Blending Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders | 0.7% | L0 | L0L0 | 6% | 52 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Record gauge readings, test results, and shift production in log books.Furnace, Kiln, Oven, Drier, and Kettle Operators and Tenders | 0.7% | L2 | L2L2 | 48% | 25 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Calculate amounts of materials to be loaded into furnaces, adjusting amounts as necessary for specific conditions.Furnace, Kiln, Oven, Drier, and Kettle Operators and Tenders · supplemental task | 0.7% | L2 | L2L2 | 68% | 20 min | Access to systems |
| Stop equipment and clear blockages or jams, using fingers, wire, or hand tools.Furnace, Kiln, Oven, Drier, and Kettle Operators and Tenders · supplemental task | 0.7% | L0 | L0L0 | 4% | 18 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Examine or test samples of processed substances, or collect samples for laboratory testing, to ensure conformance to specifications.Furnace, Kiln, Oven, Drier, and Kettle Operators and Tenders | 0.7% | L1 | L1L2 | 25% | 22 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Transport materials and products to and from work areas, manually or using carts, handtrucks, or hoists.Furnace, Kiln, Oven, Drier, and Kettle Operators and Tenders | 0.7% | L0 | L0L0 | 4% | 18 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Read and interpret work orders and instructions to determine work assignments, process specifications, and production schedules.Furnace, Kiln, Oven, Drier, and Kettle Operators and Tenders | 0.7% | L2 | L2L2 | 65% | 15 min | Access to systems |
| Load equipment receptacles or conveyors with material to be processed, by hand or using hoists.Furnace, Kiln, Oven, Drier, and Kettle Operators and Tenders · supplemental task | 0.7% | L0 | L0L0 | 4% | 25 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Confer with supervisors or other equipment operators to report equipment malfunctions or to resolve production problems.Furnace, Kiln, Oven, Drier, and Kettle Operators and Tenders | 0.6% | L1 | L1L2 | 30% | 12 min | Physical presence, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Direct crane operators and crew members to load vessels with materials to be processed.Furnace, Kiln, Oven, Drier, and Kettle Operators and Tenders · supplemental task | 0.6% | L1 | L1L1 | 12% | 18 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Weigh or measure specified amounts of ingredients or materials for processing, using devices such as scales and calipers.Furnace, Kiln, Oven, Drier, and Kettle Operators and Tenders · supplemental task | 0.6% | L1 | L1L1 | 12% | 12 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Observe operation of equipment to ensure continuity of flow, safety, and efficient operation, and to detect malfunctions.Crushing, Grinding, and Polishing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders | 0.6% | L1 | L1L1 | 20% | 4.3 h | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Dislodge and clear jammed materials or other items from machinery or equipment, using hand tools.Mixing and Blending Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders | 0.6% | L0 | L0L0 | 4% | 18 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Feed fuel, such as coal and coke, into fireboxes or onto conveyors, and remove ashes from furnaces, using shovels and buckets.Furnace, Kiln, Oven, Drier, and Kettle Operators and Tenders · supplemental task | 0.5% | L0 | L0L0 | 2% | 1.2 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Move controls to start, stop, or adjust machinery and equipment that crushes, grinds, polishes, or blends materials.Crushing, Grinding, and Polishing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders | 0.5% | L0 | L1L0 | 8% | 12 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Tend accessory equipment, such as pumps and conveyors, to move materials or ingredients through production processes.Crushing, Grinding, and Polishing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders | 0.5% | L0 | L0L1 | 12% | 38 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Clean, lubricate, and adjust equipment, using scrapers, solvents, air hoses, oil, and hand tools.Furnace, Kiln, Oven, Drier, and Kettle Operators and Tenders · supplemental task | 0.5% | L0 | L0L0 | 4% | 52 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Clean, adjust, and maintain equipment, using hand tools.Crushing, Grinding, and Polishing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders | 0.5% | L0 | L0L0 | 4% | 45 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Place glass into dies or molds of presses and control presses to form products, such as glassware components or optical blanks.Glass Blowers, Molders, Benders, and Finishers · supplemental task | 0.5% | L0 | L0L0 | 4% | 10 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Verify depths and dimensions of cuts or carvings to ensure adherence to specifications, blueprints, or models, using measuring instruments.Stone Cutters and Carvers, Manufacturing | 0.5% | L0 | L0L1 | 15% | 15 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Spray or swab molds with oil solutions to prevent adhesion of glass.Glass Blowers, Molders, Benders, and Finishers · supplemental task | 0.4% | L0 | L0L0 | 2% | 5 min | Physical presence |
| Move fingers over surfaces of carvings to ensure smoothness of finish.Stone Cutters and Carvers, Manufacturing | 0.4% | L0 | L0L0 | 2% | 10 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Weigh or measure materials, ingredients, or products at specified intervals to ensure conformance to requirements.Crushing, Grinding, and Polishing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders | 0.4% | L1 | L1L1 | 15% | 8 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Heat glass to pliable stage, using gas flames or ovens and rotating glass to heat it uniformly.Glass Blowers, Molders, Benders, and Finishers | 0.4% | L0 | L0L0 | 2% | 18 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Inspect, weigh, and measure products to verify conformance to specifications, using instruments such as micrometers, calipers, magnifiers, or rulers.Glass Blowers, Molders, Benders, and Finishers | 0.4% | L0 | L0L0 | 5% | 8 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Transfer materials, supplies, and products between work areas, using moving equipment and hand tools.Crushing, Grinding, and Polishing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders · supplemental task | 0.4% | L0 | L0L0 | 4% | 25 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Blow tubing into specified shapes to prevent glass from collapsing, using compressed air or own breath, or blow and rotate gathers in molds or on boards to obtain final shapes.Glass Blowers, Molders, Benders, and Finishers · supplemental task | 0.4% | L0 | L0L0 | 2% | 18 min | Physical presence |
| Cut, shape, and finish rough blocks of building or monumental stone, according to diagrams or patterns.Stone Cutters and Carvers, Manufacturing | 0.4% | L0 | L0L1 | 6% | 6.0 h | Physical presence |
| Clean work areas.Crushing, Grinding, and Polishing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders | 0.4% | L0 | L0L0 | 4% | 25 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Test samples of materials or products to ensure compliance with specifications, using test equipment.Crushing, Grinding, and Polishing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders · supplemental task | 0.4% | L1 | L1L1 | 20% | 30 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Examine materials, ingredients, or products, visually or with hands, to ensure conformance to established standards.Crushing, Grinding, and Polishing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders | 0.4% | L1 | L1L1 | 12% | 8 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Shape, trim, or touch up roughed-out designs with appropriate tools to finish carvings.Stone Cutters and Carvers, Manufacturing | 0.4% | L0 | L0L0 | 4% | 1.5 h | Physical presence |
| Adjust wheel speeds according to the feel of the clay as pieces enlarge and walls become thinner.Potters, Manufacturing | 0.4% | L0 | L0L0 | 2% | 15 min | Physical presence |
| Position balls of clay in centers of potters' wheels, and start motors or pump treadles with feet to revolve wheels.Potters, Manufacturing | 0.4% | L0 | L0L0 | 0% | 2 min | Physical presence |
| Mark bins as to types of mixtures stored.Crushing, Grinding, and Polishing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders · supplemental task | 0.4% | L0 | L0L1 | 9% | 5 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Record and maintain production data, such as meter readings, and quantities, types, and dimensions of materials produced.Extruding, Forming, Pressing, and Compacting Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders | 0.4% | L2 | L2L2 | 50% | 15 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Monitor machine operations and observe lights and gauges to detect malfunctions.Extruding, Forming, Pressing, and Compacting Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders | 0.4% | L1 | L1L2 | 35% | 4.1 h | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Press control buttons to activate machinery and equipment.Extruding, Forming, Pressing, and Compacting Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders | 0.4% | L0 | L0L0 | 2% | 1 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Examine, measure, and weigh materials or products to verify conformance to standards, using measuring devices such as templates, micrometers, or scales.Extruding, Forming, Pressing, and Compacting Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders | 0.4% | L1 | L1L1 | 15% | 10 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Adjust machine components to regulate speeds, pressures, and temperatures, and amounts, dimensions, and flow of materials or ingredients.Extruding, Forming, Pressing, and Compacting Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders | 0.4% | L1 | L1L1 | 20% | 25 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Inspect chains, belts, or scrolls for signs of wear.Crushing, Grinding, and Polishing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders | 0.4% | L0 | L0L1 | 10% | 15 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Study artistic objects or graphic materials, such as models, sketches, or blueprints, to plan carving or cutting techniques.Stone Cutters and Carvers, Manufacturing · supplemental task | 0.4% | L1 | L1L2 | 42% | 1.1 h | Physical presence |
| Shape, bend, or join sections of glass, using paddles, pressing and flattening hand tools, or cork.Glass Blowers, Molders, Benders, and Finishers · supplemental task | 0.4% | L0 | L0L0 | 2% | 25 min | Physical presence |
| Carve designs or figures in full or bas relief on stone, employing knowledge of stone carving techniques and sense of artistry to produce carvings consistent with designers' plans.Stone Cutters and Carvers, Manufacturing · supplemental task | 0.4% | L0 | L0L1 | 9% | 6.5 h | Physical presence |
| Lay out designs or dimensions from sketches or blueprints on stone surfaces, freehand or by transferring them from tracing paper, using scribes or chalk and measuring instruments.Stone Cutters and Carvers, Manufacturing | 0.4% | L1 | L1L1 | 12% | 38 min | Physical presence |
| Turn controls to adjust machine functions, such as regulating air pressure, creating vacuums, and adjusting coolant flow.Extruding, Forming, Pressing, and Compacting Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders | 0.4% | L0 | L0L1 | 10% | 10 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Notify supervisors of needed repairs.Crushing, Grinding, and Polishing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders | 0.4% | L1 | L1L2 | 42% | 8 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Record manufacturing information, such as quantities, sizes, or types of goods produced.Glass Blowers, Molders, Benders, and Finishers | 0.4% | L1 | L1L2 | 50% | 10 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Set mill gauges to specified fineness of grind.Crushing, Grinding, and Polishing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders · supplemental task | 0.4% | L1 | L1L1 | 15% | 20 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Raise and shape clay into wares, such as vases and pitchers, on revolving wheels, using hands, fingers, and thumbs.Potters, Manufacturing | 0.4% | L0 | L0L0 | 2% | 20 min | Physical presence |
| Replace worn or defective equipment parts, using hand tools.Furnace, Kiln, Oven, Drier, and Kettle Operators and Tenders · supplemental task | 0.4% | L0 | L0L1 | 10% | 1.3 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Record data from operations, testing, and production on specified forms.Crushing, Grinding, and Polishing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders | 0.4% | L2 | L2L2 | 50% | 20 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Drill holes and cut or carve moldings and grooves in stone, according to diagrams and patterns.Stone Cutters and Carvers, Manufacturing | 0.4% | L0 | L0L1 | 10% | 1.8 h | Physical presence |
| Turn valves to regulate the moisture contents of materials.Crushing, Grinding, and Polishing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders · supplemental task | 0.4% | L0 | L0L1 | 10% | 8 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Activate machines to shape or form products, such as candy bars, light bulbs, balloons, or insulation panels.Extruding, Forming, Pressing, and Compacting Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders · supplemental task | 0.4% | L0 | L0L1 | 10% | 25 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Review work orders, specifications, or instructions to determine materials, ingredients, procedures, components, settings, and adjustments for extruding, forming, pressing, or compacting machines.Extruding, Forming, Pressing, and Compacting Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders | 0.3% | L2 | L2L2 | 62% | 20 min | Accountability, Access to systems |
| Collect samples of materials or products for laboratory testing.Crushing, Grinding, and Polishing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders · supplemental task | 0.3% | L0 | L0L1 | 10% | 15 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Move pieces from wheels so that they can dry.Potters, Manufacturing | 0.3% | L0 | L0L0 | 1% | 2 min | Physical presence |
| Set up and adjust machine press stroke lengths and pressures and regulate oven temperatures, according to glass types to be processed.Glass Blowers, Molders, Benders, and Finishers · supplemental task | 0.3% | L1 | L1L1 | 18% | 38 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Determine types and quantities of glass required to fabricate products.Glass Blowers, Molders, Benders, and Finishers · supplemental task | 0.3% | L2 | L2L2 | 60% | 38 min | Access to systems |
| Press thumbs into centers of revolving clay to form hollows, and press on the inside and outside of emerging clay cylinders with hands and fingers, gradually raising and shaping clay to desired forms and sizes.Potters, Manufacturing | 0.3% | L0 | L0L0 | 0% | 15 min | Physical presence |
| Design and create glass objects, using blowpipes and artisans' hand tools and equipment.Glass Blowers, Molders, Benders, and Finishers · supplemental task | 0.3% | L0 | L0L1 | 8% | 2.8 h | Physical presence |
| Read work orders to determine production specifications and information.Crushing, Grinding, and Polishing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders | 0.3% | L2 | L2L3 | 78% | 10 min | Access to systems |
| Operate and maintain finishing machines to grind, drill, sand, bevel, decorate, wash, or polish glass or glass products.Glass Blowers, Molders, Benders, and Finishers · supplemental task | 0.3% | L0 | L0L1 | 6% | 2.5 h | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Reject defective products and readjust equipment to eliminate problems.Crushing, Grinding, and Polishing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders | 0.3% | L1 | L1L2 | 22% | 18 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Load materials into machinery and equipment, using hand tools.Crushing, Grinding, and Polishing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders · supplemental task | 0.3% | L0 | L0L0 | 4% | 12 min | Physical presence |
| Select chisels, pneumatic or surfacing tools, or sandblasting nozzles, and determine sequence of use.Stone Cutters and Carvers, Manufacturing | 0.3% | L1 | L1L2 | 32% | 22 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Clear jams, and remove defective or substandard materials or products.Extruding, Forming, Pressing, and Compacting Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders | 0.3% | L0 | L0L1 | 6% | 12 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Carve rough designs freehand or by chipping along marks on stone, using mallets and chisels or pneumatic tools.Stone Cutters and Carvers, Manufacturing · supplemental task | 0.3% | L0 | L0L0 | 4% | 2.0 h | Physical presence |
| Add or mix chemicals and ingredients for processing, using hand tools or other devices.Crushing, Grinding, and Polishing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders · supplemental task | 0.3% | L0 | L0L1 | 12% | 20 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Send product samples to laboratories for analysis.Extruding, Forming, Pressing, and Compacting Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders · supplemental task | 0.3% | L1 | L1L2 | 32% | 30 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Smooth surfaces of carvings, using rubbing stones.Stone Cutters and Carvers, Manufacturing · supplemental task | 0.3% | L0 | L0L0 | 0% | 1.4 h | Physical presence |
| Select and install machine components, such as dies, molds, and cutters, according to specifications, using hand tools and measuring devices.Extruding, Forming, Pressing, and Compacting Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders · supplemental task | 0.3% | L0 | L0L1 | 12% | 1.0 h | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Synchronize speeds of sections of machines when producing products involving several steps or processes.Extruding, Forming, Pressing, and Compacting Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders | 0.3% | L1 | L1L1 | 18% | 25 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Remove materials or products from molds or from extruding, forming, pressing, or compacting machines, and stack or store them for additional processing.Extruding, Forming, Pressing, and Compacting Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders · supplemental task | 0.3% | L0 | L0L0 | 4% | 6 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Notify supervisors when extruded filaments fail to meet standards.Extruding, Forming, Pressing, and Compacting Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders | 0.3% | L1 | L1L3 | 50% | 8 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Couple air and gas lines to machines to maintain plasticity of material and to regulate solidification of final products.Extruding, Forming, Pressing, and Compacting Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders · supplemental task | 0.3% | L0 | L0L0 | 4% | 18 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Dislodge and clear jammed materials or other items from machinery and equipment, using hand tools.Crushing, Grinding, and Polishing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders | 0.3% | L0 | L0L0 | 4% | 18 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Clean dies, arbors, compression chambers, and molds, using swabs, sponges, or air hoses.Extruding, Forming, Pressing, and Compacting Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders | 0.3% | L0 | L0L0 | 2% | 18 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Measure, mix, cut, shape, soften, and join materials and ingredients, such as powder, cornmeal, or rubber to prepare them for machine processing.Extruding, Forming, Pressing, and Compacting Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders · supplemental task | 0.3% | L0 | L0L0 | 4% | 30 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Pull wires through bases of articles and wheels to separate finished pieces.Potters, Manufacturing | 0.3% | L0 | L0L0 | 0% | 10 min | Physical presence |
| Smooth surfaces of finished pieces, using rubber scrapers and wet sponges.Potters, Manufacturing | 0.3% | L0 | L0L1 | 2% | 15 min | Physical presence |
| Complete work tickets, and place them with products.Extruding, Forming, Pressing, and Compacting Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders · supplemental task | 0.3% | L1 | L1L2 | 35% | 8 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Swab molds with solutions to prevent products from sticking.Extruding, Forming, Pressing, and Compacting Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders · supplemental task | 0.3% | L0 | L0L0 | 2% | 5 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Feed products into machines by hand or conveyor.Extruding, Forming, Pressing, and Compacting Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders · supplemental task | 0.3% | L0 | L0L0 | 4% | 12 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Move materials, supplies, components, and finished products between storage and work areas, using work aids such as racks, hoists, and handtrucks.Extruding, Forming, Pressing, and Compacting Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders | 0.3% | L0 | L0L0 | 4% | 18 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Guide nozzles over stone, following stencil outlines, or chip along marks to create designs or to work surfaces down to specified finishes.Stone Cutters and Carvers, Manufacturing · supplemental task | 0.3% | L0 | L0L0 | 2% | 1.5 h | Physical presence |
| Pour, scoop, or dump specified ingredients, metal assemblies, or mixtures into sections of machine prior to starting machines.Extruding, Forming, Pressing, and Compacting Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders · supplemental task | 0.3% | L0 | L0L0 | 4% | 12 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Brush or spray mold surfaces with parting agents or insert paper into molds to ensure smoothness and prevent sticking or seepage.Molders, Shapers, and Casters, Except Metal and Plastic · supplemental task | 0.3% | L0 | L0L0 | 2% | 10 min | Physical presence |
| Measure arbors and dies to verify sizes specified on work tickets.Extruding, Forming, Pressing, and Compacting Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders · supplemental task | 0.3% | L0 | L0L0 | 5% | 12 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Develop sketches of glass products into blueprint specifications, applying knowledge of glass technology and glass blowing.Glass Blowers, Molders, Benders, and Finishers · supplemental task | 0.3% | L2 | L2L2 | 60% | 2.5 h | – |
| Verify accuracy of shapes and sizes of objects, using calipers and templates.Potters, Manufacturing | 0.3% | L0 | L0L1 | 12% | 10 min | Physical presence |
| Load sandblasting equipment with abrasives, attach nozzles to hoses, and turn valves to admit compressed air and activate jets.Stone Cutters and Carvers, Manufacturing · supplemental task | 0.3% | L0 | L0L0 | 2% | 15 min | Physical presence |
| Remove or add stencils during blasting to create differing cut depths, intricate designs, or rough, pitted finishes.Stone Cutters and Carvers, Manufacturing · supplemental task | 0.3% | L0 | L0L1 | 9% | 38 min | Physical presence |
| Align and assemble parts to produce completed products, using gauges and hand tools.Molders, Shapers, and Casters, Except Metal and Plastic · supplemental task | 0.3% | L0 | L0L0 | 4% | 30 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Copy drawings on rough clay or plaster models.Stone Cutters and Carvers, Manufacturing · supplemental task | 0.3% | L0 | L0L0 | 4% | 1.8 h | Physical presence |
| Superimpose bent tubing on asbestos patterns to ensure accuracy.Glass Blowers, Molders, Benders, and Finishers · supplemental task | 0.3% | L0 | L0L0 | 4% | 9 min | Physical presence |
| Load or stack filled molds in ovens, dryers, or curing boxes, or on storage racks or carts.Molders, Shapers, and Casters, Except Metal and Plastic · supplemental task | 0.3% | L0 | L0L0 | 4% | 22 min | Physical presence |
| Clean, finish, and lubricate molds and mold parts.Molders, Shapers, and Casters, Except Metal and Plastic · supplemental task | 0.3% | L0 | L0L0 | 4% | 38 min | Physical presence |
| Attach handles to pottery pieces.Potters, Manufacturing | 0.3% | L0 | L0L0 | 4% | 9 min | Physical presence |
| Cut lengths of tubing to specified sizes, using files or cutting wheels.Glass Blowers, Molders, Benders, and Finishers · supplemental task | 0.3% | L0 | L0L0 | 4% | 8 min | Physical presence |
| Disassemble equipment to repair it or to replace parts, such as nozzles, punches, and filters.Extruding, Forming, Pressing, and Compacting Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders · supplemental task | 0.3% | L1 | L1L1 | 12% | 1.3 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Read work orders or examine parts to determine parts or sections of products to be produced.Molders, Shapers, and Casters, Except Metal and Plastic | 0.3% | L1 | L1L2 | 45% | 12 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Separate models or patterns from molds and examine products for accuracy.Molders, Shapers, and Casters, Except Metal and Plastic · supplemental task | 0.3% | L0 | L0L1 | 6% | 18 min | Physical presence |
| Trim or remove excess material, using scrapers, knives, or band saws.Molders, Shapers, and Casters, Except Metal and Plastic | 0.3% | L0 | L0L0 | 2% | 18 min | Physical presence |
| Dress stone surfaces, using bushhammers.Stone Cutters and Carvers, Manufacturing · supplemental task | 0.3% | L0 | L0L0 | 2% | 1.4 h | Physical presence |
| Assemble, insert, and adjust wires, tubes, cores, fittings, rods, or patterns into molds, using hand tools and depth gauges.Molders, Shapers, and Casters, Except Metal and Plastic · supplemental task | 0.2% | L0 | L0L0 | 4% | 25 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Operate and adjust controls of heating equipment to melt material or to cure, dry, or bake filled molds.Molders, Shapers, and Casters, Except Metal and Plastic · supplemental task | 0.2% | L0 | L0L1 | 10% | 40 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Select sizes and types of molds according to instructions.Molders, Shapers, and Casters, Except Metal and Plastic · supplemental task | 0.2% | L1 | L1L2 | 42% | 20 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Engrave or stamp identifying symbols, letters, or numbers on products.Molders, Shapers, and Casters, Except Metal and Plastic · supplemental task | 0.2% | L0 | L0L2 | 15% | 12 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Remove molds, mold components, and feeder tubes from machinery after production is complete.Extruding, Forming, Pressing, and Compacting Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders · supplemental task | 0.2% | L0 | L0L0 | 4% | 52 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Remove excess materials and level and smooth wet mold mixtures.Molders, Shapers, and Casters, Except Metal and Plastic · supplemental task | 0.2% | L0 | L0L0 | 4% | 18 min | Physical presence |
| Start machine units and conveyors and observe lights and gauges on panel board to verify operational efficiency.Potters, Manufacturing · supplemental task | 0.2% | L0 | L1L0 | 10% | 15 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Set the proper operating temperature for each casting.Molders, Shapers, and Casters, Except Metal and Plastic · supplemental task | 0.2% | L1 | L1L2 | 32% | 18 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Withdraw cores or other loose mold members after castings solidify.Molders, Shapers, and Casters, Except Metal and Plastic · supplemental task | 0.2% | L0 | L0L0 | 2% | 15 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Place rubber hoses on ends of tubing and charge tubing with gas.Glass Blowers, Molders, Benders, and Finishers · supplemental task | 0.2% | L0 | L0L0 | 2% | 12 min | Physical presence |
| Prepare work for sale or exhibition, and maintain relationships with retail, pottery, art, and resource networks that can facilitate sale or exhibition of work.Potters, Manufacturing | 0.2% | L2 | L2L2 | 42% | 2.5 h | Physical presence, Trust and care |
| Operate drying chambers to dry or finish molded ceramic ware.Potters, Manufacturing · supplemental task | 0.2% | L0 | L0L2 | 20% | 52 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Repair broken scrolls by replacing them with new sections of tubing.Glass Blowers, Molders, Benders, and Finishers · supplemental task | 0.2% | L0 | L0L0 | 4% | 1.1 h | Physical presence |
| Smooth surfaces of molds, using scraping tools or sandpaper.Molders, Shapers, and Casters, Except Metal and Plastic · supplemental task | 0.2% | L0 | L0L1 | 4% | 1.0 h | Physical presence |
| Operate gas or electric kilns to fire pottery pieces.Potters, Manufacturing | 0.2% | L1 | L1L2 | 18% | 2.8 h | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Examine finished ware for defects and measure dimensions, using rule and thickness gauge.Potters, Manufacturing | 0.2% | L0 | L0L1 | 10% | 8 min | Physical presence |
| Measure and cut products to specified dimensions, using measuring and cutting instruments.Molders, Shapers, and Casters, Except Metal and Plastic · supplemental task | 0.2% | L0 | L0L0 | 4% | 15 min | Physical presence |
| Measure ingredients and mix molding, casting material, or sealing compounds to prescribed consistencies, according to formulas.Molders, Shapers, and Casters, Except Metal and Plastic · supplemental task | 0.2% | L0 | L0L1 | 10% | 30 min | Physical presence |
| Adjust pressures, temperatures, and trimming tool settings as required.Potters, Manufacturing · supplemental task | 0.2% | L1 | L1L1 | 12% | 15 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Mix and apply glazes to pottery pieces, using tools, such as spray guns.Potters, Manufacturing | 0.2% | L0 | L0L1 | 9% | 52 min | Physical presence |
| Pour, pack, spread, or press plaster, concrete, or other materials into or around models or molds.Molders, Shapers, and Casters, Except Metal and Plastic · supplemental task | 0.2% | L0 | L0L0 | 4% | 38 min | Physical presence |
| Construct or form molds for use in casting clay or plaster objects, using plaster, fiberglass, rubber, casting machines, patterns, or flasks.Molders, Shapers, and Casters, Except Metal and Plastic · supplemental task | 0.2% | L0 | L0L1 | 10% | 2.5 h | Physical presence |
| Verify dimensions of products, using measuring instruments, such as calipers, vernier gauges, or protractors.Molders, Shapers, and Casters, Except Metal and Plastic · supplemental task | 0.2% | L0 | L0L1 | 10% | 8 min | Physical presence, Accountability |
| Patch broken edges or fractures, using clay or plaster.Molders, Shapers, and Casters, Except Metal and Plastic · supplemental task | 0.2% | L0 | L0L1 | 6% | 38 min | Physical presence |
| Tap or tilt molds to ensure uniform distribution of materials.Molders, Shapers, and Casters, Except Metal and Plastic · supplemental task | 0.2% | L0 | L0L0 | 1% | 5 min | Physical presence |
| Repair mold defects, such as cracks or broken edges, using patterns, mold boxes, or hand tools.Molders, Shapers, and Casters, Except Metal and Plastic · supplemental task | 0.2% | L0 | L0L1 | 6% | 30 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Bore holes or cut grates, risers, or pouring spouts in molds, using power tools.Molders, Shapers, and Casters, Except Metal and Plastic · supplemental task | 0.2% | L0 | L0L0 | 4% | 22 min | Physical presence |
| Pack and ship pottery to stores or galleries for retail sale.Potters, Manufacturing | 0.2% | L1 | L1L2 | 25% | 1.0 h | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Maintain supplies of tools, equipment, and materials, and order additional supplies as needed.Potters, Manufacturing | 0.2% | L2 | L2L2 | 48% | 45 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Operate pug mills to blend and extrude clay.Potters, Manufacturing | 0.2% | L0 | L0L0 | 4% | 38 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Install, align, and adjust neck rings, press plungers, and feeder tubes.Extruding, Forming, Pressing, and Compacting Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders · supplemental task | 0.2% | L0 | L0L1 | 9% | 45 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Design clay forms and molds, and decorations for forms.Potters, Manufacturing · supplemental task | 0.1% | L1 | L1L2 | 32% | 3.5 h | Physical presence |
| Design spaces to display pottery for sale.Potters, Manufacturing | 0.1% | L1 | L1L2 | 42% | 3.5 h | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Perform test-fires of pottery to determine how to achieve specific colors and textures.Potters, Manufacturing | 0.1% | L1 | L1L2 | 28% | 4.8 h | Physical presence |
| Teach pottery classes.Potters, Manufacturing · supplemental task | 0.1% | L1 | L1L1 | 20% | 1.8 h | Physical presence, Trust and care |
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.
Against other measures
Exposure is not delegation
| Measure | Value | Percentile |
|---|---|---|
| ADI (this index) | 9.1% | 16 |
| Eloundou et al. (2024), GPT exposure β | 0.079 | 14 |
| Felten et al. (2021), AI occupational exposure | -0.966 | 23 |
| Webb (2020), AI patent exposure | 52.722 | 43 |
| Eisfeldt et al. (2026), generative AI exposure | 0.075 | 30 |
| Anthropic Economic Index, observed use | 0.004 | 34 |
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.
Same sub-major group (81)
Neighbouring occupations
Dashed line: glass and ceramics plant operators (9.1%).
Cite this record
Text
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: Glass and ceramics plant operators (ISCO-08 8181), https://balamlabs.org/adi/occupations/8181
BibTeX
@misc{espinal2026adidata,
title = {{ADI} v2026.1: Agent Delegability Index data, code and {MCP} server},
author = {Espinal Maya, Cristian and Jim{\'e}nez Londo{\~n}o, Santiago},
year = {2026},
publisher = {Zenodo},
version = {v2026.1},
doi = {10.5281/zenodo.23552918},
url = {https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.23552918},
note = {Record: Glass and ceramics plant operators (ISCO-08 8181)}
}Machine-readable
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