Job prospects Helper, Welding Machine Operator in the Kitchener–Waterloo–Barrie Region

Over the past few years (2020-2022), there was a labour shortage for Labourers in metal fabrication in the Kitchener–Waterloo–Barrie Region. There were more job openings than workers available to fill them in this occupation.

Source Labour Market Information | Recent Trends Assessment Methodology

The employment outlook will be good for Labourers in metal fabrication (NOC 95101) in the Kitchener - Waterloo - Barrie region for the 2023-2025 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

Here are some key facts about Labourers in metal fabrication in the Kitchener - Waterloo - Barrie region:

• Approximately 2,290 people work in this occupation.
• Labourers in metal fabrication mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Fabricated metal product manufacturing (NAICS 332): 41%
  • Motor vehicle, body, trailer and parts manufacturing (NAICS 3361-3363): 9%
  • Machinery manufacturing (NAICS 333): 8%
  • Miscellaneous manufacturing (NAICS 339): 7%
  • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 6%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology