Job prospects Packaging Machine Operator - Food Processing in the Northern Region

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We were not able to determine labour market conditions for Process control and machine operators, food and beverage processing in the Northern Region over the past few years (2021-2023) because of low employment levels in this occupation.

Source Labour Market Information | Recent Trends Assessment Methodology

The employment outlook will be moderate for Process control and machine operators, food and beverage processing (NOC 94140) in the Northern region for the 2023-2025 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
• Several positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
• High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.

Here are some key facts about Process control and machine operators, food and beverage processing in the Northern region:

• Process control and machine operators, food and beverage processing mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 51%
  • Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 10%
  • Machinery manufacturing (NAICS 333): 10%
  • Construction (NAICS 23): 9%
  • Agriculture (NAICS ultur): 8%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology