Manufacturing Managers
(NOC 0911)
in All ManagementManufacturing managers oversee the operations of a manufacturing company or of a production department within a manufacturing company, under the direction of a general manager or other senior manager. They work for manufacturing companies.
Job Outlook
Average
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Compared to: All Management
Hourly Pay
$22.00
Minimum$36.06
Median$52.88
MaximumAnnual Pay
$24,412
Minimum$66,658
Median$134,148
MaximumCompared to: All Management
Hourly Pay
$22.50
Minimum$43.80
Median$66.20
MaximumAnnual Pay
$10,632
Minimum$55,002
Median$124,014
MaximumAbout the job
Nature of work
Manufacturing managers oversee the operations of a manufacturing company or of a production department within a manufacturing company, under the direction of a general manager or other senior manager. They work for manufacturing companies.
Job duties
Manufacturing managers:
- Manage a manufacturing company or the operations or production department of a manufacturing company.
- Develop and implement plans to efficiently use materials, labour and equipment to meet production targets.
- Plan and manage the departmental budget.
- Develop production schedules and maintain an inventory of raw materials and finished products.
- Plan and implement changes to machinery and equipment, production systems and methods of work.
- Direct quality control inspection system and develop production reporting procedures.
- Develop equipment maintenance schedules and recommend the replacement of machines.
- Hire, supervise and train or oversee training of staff.
Sample job titles
- brewmaster
- dairy plant manager
- distillery manager
- factory superintendent
- foundry manager
- manufacturing manager
- printing plant manager
- production manager
- tire plant manager
- winery master
Skills
- You should have good interpersonal skills as well as effective spoken and written communication skills. Leadership qualities and the ability to motivate others are important. You should also be able to organize projects, solve problems, and make decisions.
Job requirements
- A college or university program in engineering or business administration is usually required.
- Five to ten years of supervisory experience in manufacturing are required.
Other considerations
- Movement to senior management positions is possible with experience. Five to ten years of supervisory experience within the industry are typically required. Most people in these jobs are employed full-time and for the full year. Small-scale manufacturing companies that target specialized markets are expected to create jobs as the manufacturing sector in Nova Scotia continues to become more diversified.
By the numbers
Quick look
employed in 2016
employed full-time
self employed
median age
Compared to: All Management
employed in 2016
employed full-time
self employed
median age
Where will I likely work?
Halifax
$69,872 median annual incomeSouthern
$60,160 median annual incomeNorth Shore
$71,286 median annual incomeAnnapolis Valley
$66,038 median annual incomeCape Breton
$61,640 median annual incomeCompared to: All NS Occupations
Halifax
North Shore
Annapolis Valley
Cape Breton
Southern
Top Industries of Employment
Manufacturing
Wholesale trade
Professional, scientific and technical services
Management of companies and enterprises
Construction
What is the age of Employment?
45-54
35-44
55-64
25-34
65+
15-24
Compared to: All Management
45-54
35-44
55-64
25-34
65+
Top levels of education
College Diploma
$66,812 median annual incomeHigh school
$64,786 median annual incomeBachelor
$76,454 median annual incomeTrade Certification
$59,027 median annual incomeLess than high school
$56,751 median annual incomeCompared to: All Management
Bachelor
$71,875 median annual incomeHigh school
$42,294 median annual incomeCollege Diploma
$50,256 median annual incomeMaster
$93,261 median annual incomeTrade Certification
$44,396 median annual incomeEducation & training
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