National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2016 Version 1.0

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9 - Occupations in manufacturing and utilities

This category contains supervisory, production and labouring occupations in manufacturing, processing and utilities.

Occupations in this category are characterized by either technical training or internal progression, and on-the-job training. Process control occupations in this category are increasingly technical and post-secondary training is usually required. For many occupations in this category, workers typically start out as labourers and progress to machine operation occupations through experience. Progression to supervisory positions requires experience in the occupations supervised. Mobility in some of these occupations may be limited by seniority provisions of collective agreements, or may require additional training.

92 - Processing, manufacturing and utilities supervisors and central control operators

This major group comprises supervisors and central control operator occupations in processing, manufacturing and utilities which usually require completion of secondary school and several years of experience, and may require a college diploma, some postsecondary education, a licence or certification. This major group includes processing and manufacturing supervisors; assembly and fabrication supervisors; central control and process operators in processing and manufacturing; and utilities equipment operators and controllers.

922 - Supervisors, assembly and fabrication

This minor group includes supervisors in motor vehicle assembling; electronics manufacturing; electrical products manufacturing; furniture and fixtures manufacturing; other mechanical and metal products manufacturing; and other products manufacturing and assembly. They are employed by plants that manufacture automobiles, vans and light trucks; electronics manufacturing plants; furniture and fixtures manufacturing establishments; companies that manufacture electrical products; and a wide variety of other manufacturing companies.

9221 - Supervisors, motor vehicle assembling

Supervisors in this unit group supervise and co-ordinate the activities of workers in motor vehicle production departments. They are employed in plants which manufacture automobiles, vans and light trucks.

  • Illustrative example(s)

    • area co-ordinator - motor vehicle manufacturing
    • assembly foreman/woman - motor vehicle manufacturing
    • assembly supervisor - motor vehicle manufacturing
    • assembly zone supervisor - motor vehicle manufacturing
    • foreman/woman - motor vehicle manufacturing
    • general assembly supervisor - motor vehicle manufacturing

    All examples

  • Exclusion(s)

    • Motor vehicle assemblers, inspectors and testers (See 9522 Motor vehicle assemblers, inspectors and testers)
    • Supervisors of engine assemblers (See 9226 Supervisors, other mechanical and metal products manufacturing)
  • Main duties

    Supervisors in this unit group perform some or all of the following duties:

    • Supervise, co-ordinate and schedule the activities of workers in motor vehicle manufacturing production departments such as body shop, chassis, paint, trim and hardware and final assembly
    • Establish methods to meet work schedules and co-ordinate work activities with other departments
    • Resolve work problems and recommend measures to improve productivity and product quality
    • Train staff in job duties, safety procedures and company policies
    • Requisition materials and supplies
    • Recommend personnel actions such as hirings and promotions
    • Prepare production and other reports.
  • Employment requirements

    • Completion of secondary school is usually required.
    • Post-secondary education in engineering, sciences, business or other related discipline is usually required.
    • Several years of experience as a production worker in motor vehicle manufacturing are required.
  • Additional information

    • Progression to managerial positions is possible with experience.
9222 - Supervisors, electronics manufacturing

Supervisors in this unit group supervise and co-ordinate the activities of workers who assemble, fabricate, test, repair and inspect electronic parts, components and systems. They are employed in electronics manufacturing plants.

  • Illustrative example(s)

    • assembly and testing supervisor - electronic equipment manufacturing
    • communications equipment assembly supervisor - electronic equipment manufacturing
    • electronic assembly foreman/woman
    • final assembly and testing foreman/woman - electronic equipment manufacturing
    • printed circuit board (PCB) fabrication foreman/woman - electronic equipment manufacturing
    • production supervisor - electronics manufacturing
    • systems test foreman/woman - electronic equipment manufacturing

    All examples

  • Exclusion(s)

    • Electrical and electronics engineering technologists and technicians (See 2241 Electrical and electronics engineering technologists and technicians)
    • Electronic service technicians (household and business equipment) (See 2242 Electronic service technicians (household and business equipment))
    • Electronics assemblers, fabricators, inspectors and testers (See 9523 Electronics assemblers, fabricators, inspectors and testers)
    • Supervisors, electrical products manufacturing (See 9223 Supervisors, electrical products manufacturing)
  • Main duties

    Supervisors in this unit group perform some or all of the following duties:

    • Supervise, co-ordinate and schedule the activities of workers who assemble, fabricate, inspect and test electronic and electromechanical assemblies, subassemblies, parts and components
    • Establish methods to meet work schedules and co-ordinate work activities with other departments
    • Resolve work problems and recommend work measures to improve productivity
    • Requisition materials and supplies
    • Train workers in job duties, safety procedures and company policies and recommend personnel actions such as hirings and promotions
    • Ensure safety rules and regulations are followed
    • Prepare production and other reports
    • May set up machines and equipment
    • Supervise, co-ordinate and schedule the activities of related helpers and labourers.
  • Employment requirements

    • Completion of secondary school is required.
    • Several years of experience as an electronics assembler, fabricator, inspector or tester are usually required.
    • Post-secondary education in electronics or a related discipline is required.
9223 - Supervisors, electrical products manufacturing

Supervisors in this unit group supervise and co-ordinate the activities of workers who assemble, fabricate and inspect electrical components, appliances, motors and industrial equipment. They are employed by companies that manufacture electrical products.

  • Illustrative example(s)

    • electrical appliance assembly foreman/woman
    • electrical equipment manufacturing supervisor
    • electrical motor assembly foreman/woman
    • electrical transformer assembly foreman/woman
    • switchgear assembly foreman/woman

    All examples

  • Exclusion(s)

    • Assemblers and inspectors, electrical appliance, apparatus and equipment manufacturing (See 9524 Assemblers and inspectors, electrical appliance, apparatus and equipment manufacturing)
    • Assemblers, fabricators and inspectors, industrial electrical motors and transformers (See 9525 Assemblers, fabricators and inspectors, industrial electrical motors and transformers)
    • Contractors and supervisors, electrical trades and telecommunications occupations (See 7202 Contractors and supervisors, electrical trades and telecommunications occupations)
    • Supervisors, electronics manufacturing (See 9222 Supervisors, electronics manufacturing)
  • Main duties

    Supervisors in this unit group perform some or all of the following duties:

    • Supervise, co-ordinate and schedule the activities of workers who assemble, fabricate and inspect various types of electrical apparatus and equipment such as electrical appliances, batteries, electric motors, transformers and generators and electrical switchgear and control equipment
    • Establish methods to meet work schedules and co-ordinate work activities with other departments
    • Resolve work problems and recommend work measures to improve productivity
    • Requisition materials and supplies
    • Train staff in job duties, safety procedures and company policies
    • Recommend personnel actions such as hirings and promotions
    • Prepare production and other reports
    • May set up machines and equipment.
  • Employment requirements

    • Completion of secondary school is usually required.
    • Post-secondary education in electrical or manufacturing technology or other related discipline may be required for some positions in this group.
    • Several years of experience as an assembler, inspector or lead hand are required.
9224 - Supervisors, furniture and fixtures manufacturing

Supervisors in this unit group supervise and co-ordinate the activities of workers who manufacture furniture and fixtures made of wood or other materials. They are employed in furniture and fixtures manufacturing establishments.

  • Illustrative example(s)

    • desk assembly foreman/woman
    • furniture and fixtures manufacturing supervisor
    • furniture assembly foreman/woman
    • furniture finishers supervisor
    • laminating foreman/woman
    • woodworking machine operator foreman/woman - furniture and fixtures manufacturing
    • woodworking machine operators supervisor - furniture and fixtures manufacturing

    All examples

  • Exclusion(s)

    • Cabinetmakers (See 7272 Cabinetmakers)
    • Contractors and supervisors, carpentry trades (See 7204 Contractors and supervisors, carpentry trades)
    • Furniture and fixture assemblers and inspectors (See 9532 Furniture and fixture assemblers and inspectors)
    • Furniture finishers and refinishers (See 9534 Furniture finishers and refinishers)
    • Supervisors of millwork and wood product manufacturing other than furniture and fixture, and wood machining (See 9227 Supervisors, other products manufacturing and assembly)
    • Woodworking machine operators (See 9437 Woodworking machine operators)
  • Main duties

    Supervisors in this unit group perform some or all of the following duties:

    • Supervise, co-ordinate and schedule the activities of workers who assemble furniture and fixtures of any materials, operate woodworking machines and finish furniture to specified colour or finish
    • Establish methods to meet work schedules and co-ordinate work activities with other departments
    • Resolve work problems and recommend work measures to improve productivity and product quality
    • Requisition materials and supplies
    • Train staff in job duties, safety procedures and company policy
    • Recommend personnel actions such as hirings and promotions
    • Prepare production and other reports.
  • Employment requirements

    • Completion of secondary school is usually required.
    • Experience as a furniture and fixture assembler, woodworking machine operator, cabinetmaker or furniture finisher, is usually required.
9226 - Supervisors, other mechanical and metal products manufacturing

Supervisors in this unit group supervise and co-ordinate the activities of workers who fabricate, assemble and inspect mechanical and metal products, such as aircraft and aircraft parts, heavy trucks, buses, trailers, motor vehicle engines, transmissions, heating equipment, commercial refrigeration and similar metal products. They are employed by a wide variety of manufacturing companies.

  • Illustrative example(s)

    • aircraft assembly foreman/woman
    • engine assembly foreman/woman (except aircraft)
    • helicopter assembly foreman/woman
    • metalworking machine operators foreman/woman
    • mobile home assembly foreman/woman
    • shipyard painter foreman/woman
    • snowmobile assembly supervisor
    • truck trailer assembly foreman/woman

    All examples

  • Exclusion(s)

    • Aircraft engine assembly and machine fitters' supervisors (See 7301 Contractors and supervisors, mechanic trades)
    • Contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations (See 7201 Contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations)
    • Supervisors, electrical products manufacturing (See 9223 Supervisors, electrical products manufacturing)
    • Supervisors, motor vehicle assembling (See 9221 Supervisors, motor vehicle assembling)
  • Main duties

    Supervisors in this unit group perform some or all of the following duties:

    • Supervise, co-ordinate and schedule activities of workers who assemble and inspect products such as aircraft, buses, heavy trucks, transmissions, automobile engines and refrigeration and heating equipment
    • Establish methods to meet work schedules and co-ordinate work activities with other departments
    • Resolve work problems and recommend measures to improve productivity and product quality
    • Requisition materials and supplies
    • Train staff in job duties, safety procedures and company policies
    • Recommend personnel actions such as hirings and promotions
    • Prepare production and other reports
    • May set up machines and equipment.
  • Employment requirements

    • Completion of secondary school is usually required.
    • Post-secondary education may be required for some occupations in this group.
    • Several years of experience as an assembler or inspector in the same company are usually required.
9227 - Supervisors, other products manufacturing and assembly

This unit group includes supervisors, not elsewhere classified, who supervise and co-ordinate the activities of workers who assemble, fabricate and inspect a variety of products, such as jewellery, clocks and watches, millwork, sporting goods, toys and other miscellaneous products. They are employed in a wide variety of manufacturing companies.

  • Illustrative example(s)

    • bicycle assembly foreman/woman
    • clock and watch assembly foreman/woman
    • jewellery manufacturing foreman/woman
    • millwork assembly foreman/woman
    • millwork assembly supervisor
    • silverware manufacturing supervisor
    • sports equipment assembly supervisor
    • toy manufacturing supervisor

    All examples

  • Exclusion(s)

    • Other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities (See 9619 Other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities)
    • Other products assemblers, finishers and inspectors (See 9537 Other products assemblers, finishers and inspectors)
    • Supervisors of woodworking machine operators (See 9224 Supervisors, furniture and fixtures manufacturing)
  • Main duties

    Supervisors in this unit group perform some or all of the following duties:

    • Supervise, co-ordinate and schedule activities of workers who assemble, fabricate and inspect products, such as jewellery, clocks, watches, bicycles, millwork, sporting goods and toys
    • Establish methods to meet work schedules and co-ordinate work activities with other departments
    • Resolve work problems and recommend measures to improve productivity and product quality
    • Requisition materials and supplies
    • Train workers in job duties, safety procedures and company policies
    • Recommend personnel actions such as hirings and promotions
    • Prepare production and other reports
    • May set up machines and equipment.
  • Employment requirements

    • Completion of secondary school may be required.
    • Several years of experience as an assembler or inspector in the same company are usually required.
  • Additional information

    • There is little mobility between different types of supervisors in this unit group.
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