Job prospects Hardener - Optical Instruments Manufacturing near Edmonton (AB)

Over the past few years (2021-2023), there was a large labour surplus for Other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities near Edmonton (AB). There were far more workers available than job openings in this occupation.

Source Labour Market Information | Recent Trends Assessment Methodology

The employment outlook will be limited for Other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities (NOC 95109) in the Edmonton region for the 2023-2025 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to a few 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 Other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities in the Edmonton region:

• Approximately 2,260 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 12%
  • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 12%
  • Construction (NAICS 23): 8%
  • Miscellaneous manufacturing (NAICS 339): 6%
  • Machinery manufacturing (NAICS 333): 6%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology