Supervisors, printing and related occupations
Career Overview
Supervisors in this group oversee and coordinate the activities of workers who:
- Produce camera work and printing plates and cylinders
- Process film
- Print text and illustrations on paper, metal and other material
- Bind and finish printed products
These workers are employed by:
- Companies that specialize in commercial printing or one of its components, such as binding or colour reproduction
- Combined printing and publishing companies, such as newspapers and magazines
- Various establishments in both the public and private sectors that have in-house printing departments
Job Titles
Duties
Supervisors in this group perform some or all of the following duties:
- Supervise, coordinate and schedule the activities of workers who produce camera work and printing plates and cylinders; process film; and print, bind and finish books, newspapers, business forms and other printed products
- Set up methods to meet work schedules and coordinate work activities with other departments
- Review and approve all job proofs or samples in order to make sure quality of work meets client specifications
- Order materials and supplies
- Solve work problems, provide technical advice and recommend measures to improve productivity and product quality
- Train staff in job duties, safety procedures and company policies
- Recommend staff actions such as hiring and promotions
- Prepare production and other reports
- May set up machines or equipment
Earnings
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Work Environment
# Workers Employed
165% Employed Full Time
73%Key aspects of the work in this occupation:
- Work takes place indoors in a printing press environment
- Workers may be exposed to chemicals that could be a health hazard
Career Pathways
Progression to management positions, such as department, production or plant manager is possible with experience.
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Education, Training and Skills
- Completion of secondary school is required
- Completion of a college program in graphic arts technology may be required
- Several years of experience in the work area supervised is usually required
- Provincial trade certification may be required for some occupations in this unit group
Education programs in B.C.
The following program areas are related to this occupation:
- Graphic Design
Skills
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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.
Managing one’s own time and the time of others.
Motivating, developing and directing people as they work, and identifying the best people for the job.
Talking to others to share information effectively.
Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
Keeping track of and assessing your performance, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
Being aware of others’ reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
Labour Market Statistics
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Employment
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Employment
165Employment by Region
| Region | Employment | % Employment of this Occupation |
|---|---|---|
| Cariboo | 0 | 0.0% |
| Kootenay | 0 | 0.0% |
| Mainland/Southwest | 145 | 87.9% |
| North Coast and Nechako | 0 | 0.0% |
| Northeast | 0 | 0.0% |
| Thompson-Okanagan | 10 | 6.1% |
| Vancouver Island/Coast | 0 | 0.0% |
Labour Market Outlook
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Forecasted Job Openings (2024-2034)
50Forecasted Job Openings
Forecasted Employment Growth Rate
Composition of Job Openings
Job Openings by Region (2024-2034)
| Region | Job Openings | Avg. Annual Employment Growth |
|---|---|---|
| Cariboo | Not available | Not available |
| Kootenay | Not available | Not available |
| Mainland/Southwest | 50 | 1.0% |
| North Coast and Nechako | Not available | Not available |
| Northeast | Not available | Not available |
| Thompson-Okanagan | Not available | Not available |
| Vancouver Island/Coast | Not available | Not available |
Industry Highlights
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Forecasted Job Openings by Industry
| Industry | Job Openings (2024-2034) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturing | 40 |
| Information, Culture and Recreation | 10 |
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