Job prospects Packager, Machine in the South Central Region

Over the past few years (2021-2023), there was a labour surplus for Other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities in the South Central Region. There were more workers available than job openings in this occupation.

Source Labour Market Information | Recent Trends Methodology

The employment outlook will be moderate for Other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities (NOC 95109) in the South Central region for the 2024-2026 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 several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
• High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.

Here are some key facts about Other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities in the South Central region:

• Approximately 420 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Computer, electronic and electrical product manufacturing (NAICS 334-335): 18%
  • Miscellaneous manufacturing (NAICS 339): 11%
  • Construction (NAICS 23): 11%
  • Furniture and related product manufacturing (NAICS 337): 10%
  • Chemical manufacturing (NAICS 325): 10%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology