Electronics Manufacturing Supervisors
(NOC 9222)
in All Manufacturing and UtilitiesThese supervisors coordinate and supervise the activities of workers who assemble, build, test, repair and inspect electronic parts, components and systems. They work for electronics manufacturing plants.
Job Outlook
Undetermined
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Compared to: All Manufacturing and Utilities
This is not a large occupation in Nova Scotia so job opportunities may not be that frequent. 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 Electronics Manufacturing most commonly work full-time hours.
The median employment income for 82% of Supervisors in Electronics Manufacturing who worked full-time, year-round in 2015 was $60,122. Across all occupations in Nova Scotia, 59% of those who worked full-time year round had a median employment income of $43,600.
(Source: 2016 Census)
Hourly Pay
N/A
MinimumN/A
MedianN/A
MaximumAnnual Pay
N/A
Minimum$48,806
MedianN/A
MaximumCompared to: All Manufacturing and Utilities
Hourly Pay
$13.00
Minimum$23.91
Median$35.04
MaximumAnnual Pay
$6,056
Minimum$30,111
Median$70,518
MaximumAbout the job
Nature of work
These supervisors coordinate and supervise the activities of workers who assemble, build, test, repair and inspect electronic parts, components and systems. They work for electronics manufacturing plants.
Job duties
Supervisors in this group:
- Supervise, coordinate and schedule the activities of workers.
- Create ways to meet work schedules and coordinate work activities with other departments.
- Solve work problems and recommend ways to improve productivity.
- Request materials and supplies.
- Train workers in job duties, safety procedures and company policies.
- Recommend staffing actions like hiring and promotions.
- Make sure 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.
Sample job titles
- assembly and testing supervisor
- communications equipment assembly supervisor
- electronic assembly foreman/woman
- final assembly and testing foreman/woman
- printed circuit board (PCB) fabrication foreman/woman
- production supervisor
- systems test foreman/woman
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.
- Several years of experience as an electronics assembler, fabricator, inspector or tester are usually required.
- College education in electronics or a related discipline is required.
Other considerations
Movement to managerial positions is possible with experience. There is typically little movement between different types of supervisors in this group.
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?
Halifax
Southern
Annapolis Valley
Compared to: All NS Occupations
Halifax
North Shore
Annapolis Valley
Cape Breton
Southern
Top Industries of Employment
Manufacturing
What is the age of Employment?
55-64
35-44
45-54
25-34
Compared to: All Manufacturing and Utilities
45-54
55-64
35-44
25-34
15-24
Top levels of education
College Diploma
N/ALess than high school
N/AApprenticeship
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 incomeApprenticeship
$43,975 median annual incomeBachelor
$39,715 median annual incomeEducation & training
Adult high school/secondary diploma programs
This program is typically offered at the high school level.The Nova Scotia School for Adult Learning (NSSAL) administers, coordinates, and supports the development and delivery of adult education programs through learning partners in Nova Scotia. Our learning partners include the Nova Scotia Community College, Adult High Schools, Université Sainte-Anne, and community-based learning organizations that offer tuition-free programming across the province. NSSAL offers clear, accessible pathways from adult basic education to a high school credential or GED, empowering Nova Scotians to achieve their learning and employment goals.
Institutions providing this program
Siège Social: 1695, Route 1
Pointe-de-l'Église, NS B0W 1M0
(902) 769-2114
PO Box 220
Halifax, NS B3J 2M4
(866) 679-6722
Various, NS
Various, NS
Electrical, electronic and communications engineering technology/technician
This program is typically offered at the trades/college level.This instructional program class includes any program that prepares individuals to apply basic engineering principles and technical skills in support of electrical, electronics and communication engineers. These programs include courses in electrical circuitry, prototype development and testing; systems analysis and testing, systems maintenance, instrument calibration, and report preparation.
Institutions providing this program
236 Belcher Street
Kentville, NS B4N 0A6
(902) 678-7341
PO Box 820, 39 Acadia Avenue
Stellarton, NS B0K 1S0
(902) 752-2002
PO Box 1042, 1240 Grand Lake Road
Sydney, NS B1P 6J7
(902) 563-2450
80 Mawiomi Place
Dartmouth, NS B2Y 0A5
(902) 491-1100
Electrical/electronics maintenance and repair technology - Other
This program is typically offered at the trades/college level.This instructional program class includes any program not listed above that relates to Electrical/Electronics Maintenance and Repair Technology.
Institutions providing this program
Department of Labour and Advanced Education 1256 Barrington Street, 3rd Fl, Box 578
Halifax, NS B3J 2S9
(800) 494-5651
Instrumentation technology/technician
This program is typically offered at the trades/college level.This instructional program class includes any program that prepares individuals to apply basic engineering principles and technical skills in support of engineers engaged in developing control and measurement systems and procedures. These programs include courses in instrumentation design and maintenance, calibration, design and production testing and scheduling, automated equipment functions, applications to specific industrial tasks, and report preparation.
Institutions providing this program
Office of the Registrar
Halifax, NS B3H 4R2
(902) 494-2450
PO Box 5300 1250 Grand Lake Road
Sydney, NS B1P 6L2
(888) 959-9995
PO Box 1042, 1240 Grand Lake Road
Sydney, NS B1P 6J7
(902) 563-2450
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