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Supervisors, electronics and electrical products manufacturing

(NOC 92021)
Annual Earnings
$67,782
Training, Education, Experience and Responsibilities
College Diploma or Apprenticeship, 2 or more years
Job Openings
(2024-2034)
130

Career Overview

Supervisors in electronics manufacturing:

  • Supervise and coordinate the activities of workers who assemble, fabricate, test, repair and inspect electronic parts, components and systems
  • Work in electronics manufacturing plants

Supervisors in electrical products manufacturing:

  • Supervise and coordinate the activities of workers who assemble, make and inspect electrical components, appliances, motors and industrial equipment
  • Work in companies that manufacture electrical products
     

Job Titles

Assembly and test electronic equipment manufacturing supervisor
Assembly and test foreman/woman - electronics manufacturing
Assembly and testing supervisor - electronic equipment manufacturing
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Assembly supervisor - electronic equipment manufacturing
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Communications equipment assembly foreman/woman - electronics manufacturing
Communications equipment assembly supervisor - electronic equipment manufacturing
Communications equipment testing supervisor - electronic equipment manufacturing
Communications equipment testing supervisor - electronics manufacturing
Crystal processing foreman/woman - electronics manufacturing
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Electrical appliance assemblers supervisor
Electrical appliance assembly foreman/woman
Electrical appliance assembly supervisor
Electrical appliance manufacturing supervisor
Electrical dry cell assembly foreman/woman
Electrical equipment manufacturing foreman/woman
Electrical equipment manufacturing supervisor
Electrical motor assembly foreman/woman
Electrical switchgear assembly foreman/woman
Electrical transformer assembly foreman/woman
Electric cable manufacturing foreman/woman
Electric motor and generator assembly foreman/woman
Electric motor testing foreman/woman
Electronic assembly foreman/woman
Electronic assembly supervisor
Electronic equipment fabricating and assembling foreman/woman
Electronic equipment fabricating and assembling supervisor
Electronic inspection foreman/woman - electronics manufacturing
Electronics manufacturing foreman/woman
Electronics manufacturing supervisor
Final assembly and testing foreman/woman - electronic equipment manufacturing
Final assembly and testing supervisor - electronic equipment manufacturing
Foreman/woman - electronic equipment manufacturing
Inspectors and testers foreman/woman - electronic equipment fabrication, assembly, installation and repair
Integrated-circuit-board fabrication supervisor - electronic equipment manufacturing
Integrated circuit (IC) fabrication supervisor - electronic equipment manufacturing
PCB (printed circuit board) fabrication foreman/woman - electronic equipment manufacturing
PCB (printed circuit board) fabrication supervisor - electronic equipment manufacturing
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Printed circuit board (PCB) fabrication supervisor - electronic equipment manufacturing
Production foreman/woman - electronics manufacturing
Production supervisor - electronics manufacturing
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Systems test foreman/woman - electronic equipment manufacturing
Systems testing supervisor - electronic equipment manufacturing
Testing foreman/woman - electronic equipment manufacturing
Test supervisor - electronic equipment manufacturing
Test supervisor - electronics manufacturing

Duties

Electrical manufacturing supervisors perform some of or all the following duties:

  • Supervise, coordinate and schedule the activities of workers who assemble, make, inspect and test electronic and electromechanical assemblies, subassemblies, parts and components
  • Set up methods to meet work schedules and coordinate work activities with other departments
  • Solve work problems and recommend measures to improve productivity and product quality
  • Order materials and supplies
  • Train staff in job duties, safety procedures and company policy
  • Recommend staffing actions such as hiring and promotions
  • Ensure safety rules and regulations are followed
  • Prepare production and other reports
  • May set up machines and equipment
  • Supervise, coordinate and schedule the activities of related helpers and labourers

Electronics and electrical product manufacturing supervisors perform some of or all the following duties:

  • Supervise, coordinate and schedule the activities of workers who assemble, make 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
  • Set up methods to meet work schedules and coordinate work activities with other departments
  • Solve work problems and recommend measures to improve productivity and product quality
  • Order materials and supplies
  • Train staff in job duties, safety procedures and company policy
  • Recommend staffing actions such as hiring and promotions
  • Prepare production and other reports
  • May set up machines and equipment

Earnings

Earnings is income that workers receive in exchange for their labour. Depending on the type of employment, earnings can be in the form of wages (hourly), salaries (fixed monthly or annual) or self-employed earnings.

Annual Earnings

$67,782

Provincial Hourly Rate

High$46.15/hr
Median$32.50/hr
Low$29.00/hr
Source: B.C. Labour Market Information Office, derived from 2024 Job Bank Wage data

Work Environment

# Workers Employed

250

% Employed Full Time

80%
Source: 2021 Census

Work takes place in a regular controlled indoor setting.

Career Pathways

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Occupational Interests

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Education, Training and Skills

  • Completion of secondary school is required
  • Post-secondary education in electronics, electrical or manufacturing technology or a related discipline is usually required for some positions in this group
  • Several years of experience as an electronics or electric assembler, fabricator, inspector, tester or lead hand are usually required for some positions in this group

Education programs in B.C.

The following program areas are related to this occupation:

  • Electrical, Electronic & Communications Engineering
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Skills

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Here, you will find the 10 most relevant workplace skills. Some are more important to achieving success in a certain career than others. These skills may come naturally to you or you may need to gain them through education, training and experience.

See the list of work-related skills below, ranked in order of importance for this career. Check out the list and see if this career matches your skills—take that first step!

Active Listening

Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

72%
Time Management

Managing one’s own time and the time of others.

72%
Management of Personnel Resources

Motivating, developing and directing people as they work, and identifying the best people for the job.

72%
Speaking

Talking to others to share information effectively.

72%
Coordination

Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.

68%
Monitoring

Keeping track of and assessing your performance, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.

68%
Social Perceptiveness

Being aware of others’ reactions and understanding why they react as they do.

68%
Critical Thinking

Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

68%
Judgment and Decision Making

Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.

65%
Reading Comprehension

Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.

62%

Labour Market Statistics

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Employment

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Employment

250
Source: 2021 Census

Employment by Region

Cariboo
Kootenay
Mainland/Southwest
North Coast and Nechako
Northeast
Thompson-Okanagan
Vancouver Island/Coast
Region Employment % Employment of this Occupation
Cariboo 0 0.0%
Kootenay 10 4.1%
Mainland/Southwest 200 81.6%
North Coast and Nechako 0 0.0%
Northeast 0 0.0%
Thompson-Okanagan 0 0.0%
Vancouver Island/Coast 35 14.3%
Source: 2021 Census

Labour Market Outlook

The B.C. Labour Market Outlook is a 10-year forecast of the expected supply and demand for labour in the province. It’s usually updated every year. The purpose is to provide British Columbians with the knowledge to make informed decisions on careers, skills training, education and hiring.

Forecasted Job Openings (2024-2034)

130
Source: B.C. Labour Market Outlook

Forecasted Job Openings

Forecasted Employment Growth Rate

Composition of Job Openings

Source: B.C. Labour Market Outlook

Job Openings by Region (2024-2034)

Cariboo
Kootenay
Mainland/Southwest
North Coast and Nechako
Northeast
Thompson-Okanagan
Vancouver Island/Coast
Region Job Openings Avg. Annual Employment Growth
Cariboo Not available Not available
Kootenay Not available Not available
Mainland/Southwest 120 1.3%
North Coast and Nechako Not available Not available
Northeast Not available Not available
Thompson-Okanagan Not available Not available
Vancouver Island/Coast 10 -1.1%
Source: B.C. Labour Market Outlook

Industry Highlights

Learn about the opportunities in B.C.'s major industries, including employment trends, earning potential, locations of work and more.

Forecasted Job Openings by Industry

IndustryJob Openings (2024-2034)
Manufacturing90
Professional, Scientific and Technical Services10
Retail Trade10
Repair, Personal and Non-Profit Services10
Wholesale Trade10
For additional industry information, visit the Industry Profiles page.
Source: B.C. Labour Market Outlook

Resources

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