Textile, Fabric, Fur and Leather Products Processing & Manufacturing Supervisors

(NOC 9217)

in All Manufacturing and Utilities

These supervisors coordinate and supervise the activities of workers in textile, fabric, fur and leather products processing and manufacturing. They work for textile manufacturing companies, tanneries and other manufacturers of fabric, fur and leather products.

Job Outlook

Undetermined

Estimate change in employment not available for this occupation.
Estimate 0 openings due to growth and retirements, 2021-2023
Estimate rate of unemployment not available for this occupation.

Compared to: All Manufacturing and Utilities

Estimate 435 employment change, 2021-2023
Estimate 1945 openings due to growth and retirements, 2021-2023
Estimate rate of unemployment not available for these occupation.

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 remain largely the same over the next few years. With a large percent of workers being 55 years of age and older, retirements are expected to be a key contributor to employment opportunities over the coming years. Supervisors in Textile, Fabric, Fur, and Leather Products Processing and Manufacturing most commonly work full-time hours.

Hourly Pay

N/A

Minimum

N/A

Median

N/A

Maximum

Annual Pay

N/A

Minimum

$45,246

Median

N/A

Maximum

Compared to: All Manufacturing and Utilities

Hourly Pay

$14.00

Minimum

$20.80

Median

$33.00

Maximum

Annual Pay

$6,056

Minimum

$30,111

Median

$70,518

Maximum

About the job

Nature of work

Job duties

Supervisors in this group:

Supervise, coordinate and schedule the activities of production workers.
Create ways to meet work schedules and coordinate work activities with other departments.
Solve work problems and recommend ways to improve productivity and product quality.
Request materials and supplies.
Train staff in job duties, safety procedures and company policies.
Recommend staffing actions like hiring and promotions.
Prepare production and other reports.
May set up machines and equipment.

Sample job titles

boot and shoe foreperson
canvas products manufacturing foreperson
dye room supervisor
embroidery supervisor
fabric-cutting department foreperson
finishing supervisor
fur dressing foreperson
hat and cap makers foreperson
knitting supervisor
sewing machine operators supervisor
stitching department supervisor
tannery foreperson

Skills

You must be able to supervise staff, work with teams, communicate effectively, and maintain production schedules. Problem-solving, technical writing, and computer skills are important. For some jobs, physical stamina may be necessary.

Job requirements

High school is usually required.
College or university education in textile technology or a related field may be needed for some positions in this group.
Several years of experience as a worker in the group being supervised are usually required.
Experience may be required in a specific process, or with a specific product or type of equipment.

Other considerations

There is some movement among supervisor positions in this group. Movement to managerial positions is possible with experience.

By the numbers

Quick look

employed in 2016

100.0%

employed full-time

0.0%

self employed

53.8%

46.2%

53.4

median age

Compared to: All Manufacturing and Utilities

15,275

employed in 2016

83.2%

employed full-time

3.2%

self employed

27.6%

72.4%

44.7

median age

Where will I likely work?

69.2%

North Shore

$45,820 median annual income

15.4%

Southern

N/A

15.4%

Annapolis Valley

N/A

Compared to: All NS Occupations

47.0%

Halifax

15.6%

North Shore

12.9%

Annapolis Valley

12.7%

Cape Breton

11.8%

Southern

Top Industries of Employment

73.3%

Manufacturing

13.3%

Retail trade

13.3%

Health care and social assistance

What is the age of Employment?

64.0%

45-54

36.0%

55-64

Compared to: All Manufacturing and Utilities

24.5%

45-54

20.8%

55-64

19.3%

35-44

16.5%

25-34

15.0%

15-24

Top levels of education

53.8%

High school

$53,036 median annual income

30.8%

Less than high school

N/A

15.4%

College Diploma

N/A

Compared to: All Manufacturing and Utilities

38.1%

High school

$28,505 median annual income

23.3%

Less than high school

$19,224 median annual income

19.9%

College Diploma

$38,781 median annual income

12.2%

Trade Certification

$43,975 median annual income

4.5%

Bachelor

$39,715 median annual income

Education & training

Fibre, Textile and Weaving Arts

College, Trades, or University Program

These programs prepare students creatively and technically to express emotions, ideas, or inner visions by constructing art works from woven or non-woven fabrics and fibrous materials. They include courses in weaving techniques and loom operation, non-woven techniques like knitting and crocheting, quilting, dyeing and pigmentation, printing and other finishing techniques, pattern design, tapestry, and personal style development.

Institutions providing this program

NSCAD University

Halifax, NS

admissions@nscad.ca

Website

High School Diploma or Equivalent

High School Program

Adults 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

Universite Sainte-Anne

Pointe-de-l'Église, NS

admission@usainteanne.ca

Website

Nova Scotia Community College

Various, NS

Website

Adult High Schools

Various, NS

Website

Community Learning Organizations