Manufacturing

Forging Press Operator

AI is poised to impact Forging Press Operators through advancements in robotics and computer vision. Automated systems can handle repetitive material handling and basic quality checks, while AI-powered monitoring systems can optimize press parameters. However, tasks requiring complex problem-solving and real-time adjustments based on unforeseen circumstances will likely remain human-dependent for the foreseeable future.

Top risks:

Position stock or workpiece against stops or dies.60%
Set up, operate, or tend forging machines, such as forging presses or hammers, to hot-forge metal parts.40%
Examine forged parts for defects, dimensional accuracy, or surface condition.70%

Lower Risk

Manufacturing

Winding Machine Operator

AI is likely to impact winding machine operators through automation of routine tasks such as monitoring machine performance and making simple adjustments. Computer vision systems can detect defects and robotics can handle material loading and unloading. LLMs are less directly applicable but could assist in generating reports and troubleshooting guides.

Top risks:

Start machines and monitor their operation to detect malfunctions and ensure quality of product60%
Adjust machine settings to maintain product quality and production speed40%
Load and unload materials, such as spools of yarn or wire, onto machines70%

Side-by-Side Metrics

Metric	Forging Press Operator	Winding Machine Operator
Risk Score	73%	71%
Risk Level	Critical Risk	Critical Risk
Timeline	5-10 years	5-10 years
Category	Manufacturing	Manufacturing
Tasks at Risk	7 tasks	6 tasks
Skills at Risk	4 skills	4 skills
Safe Skills	4 skills	3 skills

Risk Comparison

Forging Press Operator73%

Winding Machine Operator71%

Winding Machine Operator has 2 percentage points lower risk than Forging Press Operator.

Tasks at Risk

Forging Press Operator Tasks at Risk

Position stock or workpiece against stops or dies.60%

5-10 years

Set up, operate, or tend forging machines, such as forging presses or hammers, to hot-forge metal parts.40%

10+ years

Examine forged parts for defects, dimensional accuracy, or surface condition.70%

5-10 years

Adjust machine settings to maintain product quality or production volume.30%

10+ years

Read blueprints or job orders to determine product specifications or tooling instructions.80%

2-5 years

Winding Machine Operator Tasks at Risk

Start machines and monitor their operation to detect malfunctions and ensure quality of product60%

5-10 years

Adjust machine settings to maintain product quality and production speed40%

5-10 years

Load and unload materials, such as spools of yarn or wire, onto machines70%

2-5 years

Inspect finished products for defects and ensure they meet quality standards75%

2-5 years

Record production data, such as quantity produced and downtime80%

2-5 years

Skills Comparison

Forging Press Operator -- Safe Skills

Problem SolvingCritical ThinkingAdaptabilityTroubleshooting

Forging Press Operator -- Skills at Risk

Machine OperationQuality Control AnalysisBlueprint ReadingData Entry

Winding Machine Operator -- Safe Skills

Troubleshooting complex malfunctionsPerforming non-routine maintenanceAdapting to unexpected production changes

Winding Machine Operator -- Skills at Risk

Machine operationQuality controlData entryMaterial handling

Shared Vulnerable Skills(at risk in both careers)

Machine OperationData Entry

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