Furniture and Fixtures Manufacturing Supervisors
(NOC 9224)
in All Manufacturing and UtilitiesThese supervisors coordinate and supervise the activities of workers who manufacture furniture and fixtures made of wood or other materials. They work for furniture and fixtures manufacturing companies.
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 Furniture and Fixtures Manufacturing most commonly work full-time hours.
Hourly Pay
N/A
MinimumN/A
MedianN/A
MaximumAnnual Pay
N/A
MinimumN/A
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 manufacture furniture and fixtures made of wood or other materials. They work for furniture and fixtures manufacturing companies.
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 and product quality.
- Request materials and supplies.
- Train staff in job duties, safety procedures and company policy.
- Recommend staffing actions like hiring and promotions.
- Prepare production and other reports.
Sample job titles
- desk assembly foreman/woman
- furniture and fixtures manufacturing supervisor
- furniture assembly foreman/woman
- furniture finishers supervisor
- laminating foreman/woman
- woodworking machine operators foreman/woman
- woodworking machine operators supervisor
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.
- Experience as a furniture and fixture assembler, woodworking machine operator, cabinetmaker or furniture finisher, is usually 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?
Southern
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
65+
Compared to: All Manufacturing and Utilities
45-54
55-64
35-44
25-34
15-24
Top levels of education
High school
N/ACollege Diploma
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 Siploma or Equivalent
High School ProgramThe 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
Various, NS
Various, NS
Employment requirements & contacts
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