Plastic Products Assemblers, Finishers, and Inspectors
(NOC 9535)
in All Manufacturing and UtilitiesThis group includes workers who assemble, finish and inspect plastic parts and finished products. They work for plastic products manufacturing companies and plastic parts divisions of aircraft or other manufacturing companies.
Job Outlook
average
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Compared to: All Manufacturing and Utilities
The employment outlook over the next few years for this occupational group is “average”, which indicates the chances of a qualified individual finding work is comparable to the average for all occupations in Nova Scotia. This is not a large occupation in Nova Scotia so job opportunities may not be that frequent. The number employed in this occupation is expected to grow significantly over the next few years, which will provide additional opportunities for employment. With a moderate percent of workers being 55 years of age and older, retirements are expected to contribute somewhat to employment opportunities over the coming years. Plastic Products Assemblers, Finishers, and Inspectors most commonly work full-time hours. Furthermore, the jobs are typically permanent positions.
Hourly Pay
$14.25
Minimum$19.16
Median$23.65
MaximumAnnual Pay
$14,052
Minimum$36,184
Median$62,075
MaximumCompared to: All Manufacturing and Utilities
Hourly Pay
$14.00
Minimum$20.80
Median$33.00
MaximumAnnual Pay
$6,056
Minimum$30,111
Median$70,518
MaximumAbout the job
Nature of work
This group includes workers who assemble, finish and inspect plastic parts and finished products. They work for plastic products manufacturing companies and plastic parts divisions of aircraft or other manufacturing companies.
Job duties
Plastic products assemblers and finishers:
- Use machines or equipment, or use hand tools to cut, shape, splice and fit plastic materials to form parts and assemblies.
- Assemble composite materials on patterns to form parts and assemblies using bonding agents.
- Use spray-gun unit to apply resin mixtures to metal or wooden mould to form plastic products.
- Load and use autoclave oven to cure and bond plastic and composite parts and subassemblies.
- Use finishing equipment to trim, grind or buff plastic products into final form.
Plastic products inspectors:
- Inspect manufactured plastic products for defects and conformance to specifications and quality standards, visually or using instruments.
- Attach seals or tags to approved plastic products and mark and reroute defective products for repair or recycle.
- Prepare reports on products inspected.
- Make minor adjustments and repairs to products.
- May train or assist in training new workers.
Sample job titles
- plastic and composite worker
- plastic cutter
- plastic products assembler
- plastic products finisher
- plastic products inspector and tester
- plastic products trimmer
- quality control inspector - plastic products manufacturing
Skills
- These jobs need mechanical skill and physical fitness. Good spatial perception, form perception, and hand-eye coordination are important. You must be accurate and pay close attention to detail.
Job requirements
- Some high school education is usually required.
- On-the-job training is provided.
Other considerations
- Experience as a labourer in the same company may be required for assemblers, finishers and inspectors. Movement among the various workers in this group is possible as is movement to supervisor positions with experience.
By the numbers
Quick look
employed in 2016
employed full-time
self employed
median age
Compared to: All Manufacturing and Utilities
employed in 2016
employed full-time
self employed
median age
Where will I likely work?
Southern
$42,787 median annual incomeNorth Shore
$23,802 median annual incomeHalifax
$36,676 median annual incomeAnnapolis Valley
$52,379 median annual incomeCompared to: All NS Occupations
Halifax
North Shore
Annapolis Valley
Cape Breton
Southern
Top Industries of Employment
Manufacturing
Wholesale trade
Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
What is the age of Employment?
45-54
55-64
35-44
25-34
15-24
Compared to: All Manufacturing and Utilities
45-54
55-64
35-44
25-34
15-24
Top levels of education
High school
$28,885 median annual incomeCollege Diploma
$31,238 median annual incomeLess than high school
$25,213 median annual incomeTrade Certification
$52,592 median annual incomeBachelor
N/ACompared to: All Manufacturing and Utilities
High school
$28,505 median annual incomeLess than high school
$19,224 median annual incomeCollege Diploma
$38,781 median annual incomeTrade Certification
$43,975 median annual incomeBachelor
$39,715 median annual incomeEducation & training
High School Diploma or Equivalent
High School ProgramAdults without a high school diploma can contact the Nova Scotia School for Adult Learning (NSSAL) for tuition-free programming across the province. NSSAL oversees adult education programs in Nova Scotia. NSSAL partners with the Nova Scotia Community College, Adult High Schools, Université Sainte-Anne, and community-based learning organizations to deliver programs. NSSAL offers clear, accessible pathways from adult basic education to a high school credential or GED.
Institutions providing this program
Various, NS
Various, NS
Various, NS
Employment requirements & contacts
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