Job prospects Mechanical Assemblers Lead Hand near Kitchener (ON)

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Over the past few years (2021-2023), there was a labour shortage for Mechanical assemblers and inspectors near Kitchener (ON). There were more job openings than workers available to fill them in this occupation.

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The employment outlook will be moderate for Mechanical assemblers and inspectors (NOC 94204) in the Kitchener - Waterloo - Barrie region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
• Several positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Here are some key facts about Mechanical assemblers and inspectors in the Kitchener - Waterloo - Barrie region:

• Approximately 1,670 people work in this occupation.
• Mechanical assemblers and inspectors mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Machinery manufacturing (NAICS 333): 34%
  • Motor vehicle, body, trailer and parts manufacturing (NAICS 3361-3363): 33%
  • Miscellaneous manufacturing (NAICS 339): 6%
  • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 5%

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