Other Wood Products Assemblers and Inspectors
(NOC 9533)
in All Manufacturing and UtilitiesOther wood products assemblers assemble a variety of wood products and millwork like window sashes and doors. Inspectors inspect wood products to make sure they meet product quality. They work for companies that manufacture a variety of wood and millwork products.
Job Outlook
average
Read more
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 moderately over the next few years, which will likely provide some additional opportunities for employment. With a small percent of workers being 55 years of age and older, retirements are not expected to be a major contributor to employment opportunities over the coming years. Other Wood Products Assemblers and Inspectors most commonly work full-time hours.
The median employment income for 51% of Other Wood Products Assemblers and Inspectors who worked full-time, year-round in 2015 was $31,989. 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
$14.00
Minimum$17.00
Median$25.96
MaximumAnnual Pay
$3,321
Minimum$22,191
Median$49,529
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
Other wood products assemblers assemble a variety of wood products and millwork like window sashes and doors. Inspectors inspect wood products to make sure they meet product quality. They work for companies that manufacture a variety of wood and millwork products.
Job duties
Other wood products assemblers:
- Read production orders and diagrams.
- Trim and sand joints, moulding, or other wooden parts to be assembled using hand and power tools.
- Assemble wood products like window sashes, doors, boxes, pallets, ladders and barrels using glue, staples, screws, bolts or other fasteners.
- Assemble door panels, trusses, modular components and other parts on assembly line to make prefabricated housing using jigs, overhead cranes and hand and power tools.
- Reinforce assembled products with dowelling or other supports and install hardware like knobs and hinges.
- May help with maintenance of machinery.
Other wood products inspectors:
- Inspect wood products to make sure they meet quality standards.
- Mark defective parts or products for repair.
- Make minor changes and repairs.
- Record information on products inspected.
Sample job titles
- manufactured housing production worker
- millwork assembler
- prefabricated housing assembler
- sash and door inspector
- wood products assembler
- wood products assembling inspector
- wooden box assembler
- wooden crate builder
- wooden door maker
- wooden pallet maker
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 may be required.
- Experience as a labourer in the same company may be required.
- Inspectors may require related assembly experience.
- On-the-job training is provided.
Other considerations
- Movement is possible between jobs in this group and progress to supervisor positions is possible 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
$19,404 median annual incomeHalifax
$27,303 median annual incomeNorth Shore
$16,559 median annual incomeAnnapolis Valley
$21,104 median annual incomeCape Breton
N/ACompared to: All NS Occupations
Halifax
North Shore
Annapolis Valley
Cape Breton
Southern
Top Industries of Employment
Manufacturing
Retail trade
Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
Construction
Wholesale trade
What is the age of Employment?
25-34
15-24
45-54
35-44
55-64
Compared to: All Manufacturing and Utilities
45-54
55-64
35-44
25-34
15-24
Top levels of education
High school
$12,947 median annual incomeCollege Diploma
$26,886 median annual incomeLess than high school
$27,266 median annual incomeBachelor
N/ATrade Certification
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
No regulating bodies were found under this occupation profile
Contacts
Additional resources
There are no additional resources for this occupation.