Electrical Appliance, Apparatus and Equipment Manufacturing Assemblers and Inspectors
(NOC 9524)
in All Manufacturing and UtilitiesElectrical appliance, apparatus and equipment manufacturing assemblers assemble prefabricated parts to make household, commercial and industrial appliances and equipment. Inspectors inspect and test assembled products. This group also includes workers who set up and prepare assembly lines for operation. They work for electrical appliance and electrical equipment 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. 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. Assemblers and Inspectors in Electrical Appliance, Apparatus, and Equipment Manufacturing most commonly work full-time hours. Also, a average portion of the workforce is self-employed, so having the option to "work for yourself" may appeal to some individuals’ interests/motivations.
The median employment income for 54% of Assemblers and Inspectors in Electrical Appliance, Apparatus, and Equipment Manufacturing who worked full-time, year-round in 2015 was $24,362. 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$23,646
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
Electrical appliance, apparatus and equipment manufacturing assemblers assemble prefabricated parts to make household, commercial and industrial appliances and equipment. Inspectors inspect and test assembled products. This group also includes workers who set up and prepare assembly lines for operation. They work for electrical appliance and electrical equipment manufacturing companies.
Job duties
Assemblers:
- Assemble prefabricated parts on an assembly line, or at work benches using screw guns and other hand and power tools.
- Assemble small and large household electrical appliances like coffeemakers, toasters, vacuum cleaners, lawn mowers, refrigerators and dishwashers.
- Assemble small transformers, small electrical motors and transmissions used in appliances or other electrical products.
- Assemble circuit breakers, switches or other electrical control equipment and position and fasten components like springs, toggles or other parts into assembly casings.
- Wind coils and armatures for small electric motors and transformers.
- Repair products rejected from production assembly line.
- Set up assembly line with materials and supplies necessary for production and set up and adjust production tools.
Inspectors and testers:
- Check products at different stages of production for visual defects and faulty electrical and mechanical connections or use testing equipment to make sure product meets quality standards.
- Identify and mark acceptable and defective assemblies and return faulty assemblies to production for repair.
- Collect, record and summarize inspection results.
Sample job titles
- circuit breaker assembler
- coffee maker assembler
- dishwasher assembler
- electric clothes dryer assembler
- electric lawn mower assembler
- electric refrigerator assembler
- electrical appliance assembly inspector
- electrical equipment prodution assembler
- hair dryer assembler
Skills
- This work requires excellent spatial perception, form perception, and eye-to-finger coordination. You must be accurate and able to pay close attention to detail. A keen interest in working with machines and routine processes is necessary. You should also be physically fit and have good eyesight and hearing.
Job requirements
- Some high school is usually required.
- On-the-job training is provided.
- Inspectors may need experience as an assembler in the same company. Some types of inspectors may need a college program in electronics.
Other considerations
- Assemblers may move to inspecting and testing positions with experience. Movement to supervisor positions is possible with experience. Self-employment in these jobs is rare, and work is not typically seasonal.
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
$28,502 median annual incomeNorth Shore
$23,065 median annual incomeAnnapolis Valley
N/ACompared to: All NS Occupations
Halifax
North Shore
Annapolis Valley
Cape Breton
Southern
Top Industries of Employment
Manufacturing
Professional, scientific and technical services
Retail trade
Utilities
What is the age of Employment?
55-64
45-54
35-44
15-24
25-34
65+
Compared to: All Manufacturing and Utilities
45-54
55-64
35-44
25-34
15-24
Top levels of education
High school
$23,264 median annual incomeCollege Diploma
N/ATrade Certification
N/ALess than high school
N/ABachelor
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
Electrical, Electronic and Communications Engineering Technology/Technician
College or Trades ProgramThese programs prepare students to apply basic engineering principles and technical skills in support of electrical, electronics and communication engineers. They include courses in electrical circuitry, prototype development and testing; systems analysis and testing, systems maintenance, instrument calibration, and report preparation.
Institutions providing this program
Various, NS
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
Industrial Electronics Technician
College or Trades ProgramThese programs prepare students to apply technical knowledge and skills to assemble, install, operate, maintain, and repair electrical/electronic equipment used in industry and manufacturing. They include courses in installing, maintaining and testing various types of equipment.
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