Supervisors, Assembly and Fabrication
What they do?
Supervisors, Assembly and Fabrication:
A. Direct, co-ordinate, and schedule worker activities
B. Establish methods to meet schedules, and co-ordinate work with other departments
C. Ensure that systems/equipment operate efficiently
D. Resolve problems and recommend measures to improve productivity/product quality
E. Requisition materials/supplies
F. Train staff in job duties, safety procedures, and company policies
G. Prepare production and other reports
Where they find work?
1. Motor vehicle parts manufacturing - 11.0%
2. Furniture and related product manufacturing - 11.0%
3. Fabricated metal product manufacturing - 9.0%
4. Computer and electronic product manufacturing - 8.0%
5. Clothing manufacturing - 7.0%
6. Motor vehicle manufacturing - 7.0%
7. Machinery manufacturing - 7.0%
What education do I need?
1. You usually need some secondary school education, and you may need a high school diploma.
2. You usually need several years' experience as an assembler, fabricator, machine operator, tester, lead hand or inspector, or have performed other work in the same company or industry.
3. To become a supervisor in electronics manufacturing, you need a two-year college program in electronics or a related program.
4. To become a supervisor in the other manufacturing areas, you may need post-secondary education in a related field.
5. Most recent entrants have a community college diploma.
High School Subject that will help:
1. Math
2. English
3. Mechanics / Industrial Arts
What can you expect to make:
The average hourly wages for Supervisors, Assembly and Fabrication is $20.97/HR, which is above average for occupations in the processing, manufacturing and utilities sector and are close to the average for all technical, professional, and skilled occupations. These wages grew at an average rate from 2002 to 2004.
Average Wage
Expected Wage by Age
Unemployment:
2% of Supervisors, Assembly and Fabrication are unemployed. This rate is below the average for technical, professional, and skilled occupations.
Unemployment
Trends in Unemployment
Current Job Outlook:
The job outlook for Supervisors, Assembly and Fabrication is considered Average because:
1. Employment grew at a below-average rate.
2. The retirement rate is above average, and the number of retiring workers contributes to job openings.
3. Hourly wages ($20.97) are close to the average ($18.07),and the rate of wage growth is close to the average.
4. The unemployment rate (2%) is close to the 2004 average (7%).
Future Job Prospects:
Your job outlook will continue to be Average because:
1. The employment growth rate will likely be above average.
2. The retirement rate will likely be above average and the number of retiring workers should contribute to job openings.
3. The number of job openings will likely exceed the number of job seekers. This will not be significant enough to have an impact on the work prospects.
Highest Concetration:
The highest concentrations (per 10,000 people) of Supervisors, Assembly and Fabrication are found in Quebec and Ontario while the lowest concentrations are in Saskatchewan and Newfoundland.
Unionization Rate:
The unionization rate (18%) is close to the average (32%) for all occupations.
Useful Experience:
1. Leadership
2. Safety procedures
3. Staff training
Age Demographics
Age Demographics:
The relatively low percentage of younger workers suggests few entry-level job openings, and could point to a greater need for workers with experience or a number of years of training. The retirement rate to 2009 will likely be above average because of a tendency to retire at an earlier-than-average age (58).
