Job prospects CNC (computer Numerically Controlled) Machining Centre Operator in the Stratford–Bruce Peninsula Region

Explore current and future job prospects for people working as "Machining tool operators" in the Stratford–Bruce Peninsula Region or across Canada.

Current and future job prospects

These outlooks were updated on December 11, 2024.

Recent trends from the past 3 years

Labour shortage

Over the past few years (2021-2023), there was a labour shortage for Machining tool operators in the Stratford–Bruce Peninsula Region. There were more job openings than workers available to fill them in this occupation.

Source Labour Market Information | Recent Trends Methodology

Job outlook over the next 3 years

Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Machining tool operators (NOC 94106) in the Stratford - Bruce Peninsula region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

  • Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
  • 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 Machining tool operators in the Stratford - Bruce Peninsula region:

  • Approximately 200 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Machining tool operators mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Motor vehicle, body, trailer and parts manufacturing (NAICS 3361-3363): 50%
    • Fabricated metal product manufacturing (NAICS 332): 21%
    • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 17%
    • Machinery manufacturing (NAICS 333): 6%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology

Job prospects elsewhere in Canada

Find out what will be the job prospects for Machining tool operators across Canada over the next 10 years, from 2022 to 2031.

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