Even In The Robot Age, Manufacturers Need The Human Touch

A robotic arm works on the production line at Volvo's factory in Ridgeville, S.C. But other essential jobs, including major portions of final assembly, are still left to people. A robotic arm works on the production line at Volvo's factory in Ridgeville, S.C. But other essential jobs, including major portions of final assembly, are still left to people. Robots have revolutionized auto manufacturing, making plants safer and products more reliable -- and reducing the number of people involved in the process.