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Furniture and Fixture Assemblers and Inspectors (NOC 9492)DescriptionThis unit group includes workers who assemble parts to form subassemblies or complete articles of furniture and fixtures. Inspectors in this unit group inspect furniture and fixture subassemblies and finished products to ensure product quality. They are employed by furniture manufacturing companies. Example Titles
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DutiesAssemblers in this unit group perform some or all of the following duties:
Inspectors in this unit group perform some or all of the following duties:
SkillsFurniture assemblers should have the following skills and abilities:
Employment Requirements
Terms & ConditionsFurniture and fixture assemblers and inspectors normally work inside. There are possible hazards from the tools and equipment used, and from dust. This is physical work with a lot of lifting, bending and standing. The normal work week is 40 hours and most work full time (92%). Most members of this occupational group are employees (97%). Earnings$22,400 per annum - starting $27,000 per annum - average $35,400 per annum - high Earnings are reviewed annually or more frequently if new information becomes available. Education / Training
Career PathsWorkers may start as labourers or helpers in a factory or small shop. With experience, furniture assemblers may become skilled woodworkers, finishers, cabinetmakers, or inspectors, or become supervisors. OutlookEmployment prospects for furniture and fixture assemblers and inspectors in the 2010 - 2014 period are expected to be limited. Employment in Manitoba in 2010 is estimated at 1,900. Demand is driven by the fortunes of the larger furniture manufacturing companies in Manitoba, but all firms in this sector are facing challenges that will affect employment opportunities over the forecast period. This sector is sensitive to economic conditions generally, and some volatility is to be expected. The slowdown in the U.S. economy, particularly in the housing market is negatively affecting this group. Most furniture manufacturers in Manitoba are dependant on the export market. Until recently the United States was the largest market for wood products manufactured in Manitoba. The decline in exports is attributed to the downturn in the US housing market and the stronger Canadian dollar. While employee reductions will likely continue in the early part of the forecast period, some manufacturing firms are exploring new product lines and increasing their sales staff in order to seek out new and expanding markets for their goods. Technological changes in local manufacturing operations and expanding production at Mexican and Indonesian plants will continue to limit growth in employment levels. There is a trend in this industry to move production to other countries where labour costs are lower. On a positive note, the aging of the population should cause some changes in the market for furniture. A niche market may be created for furniture designed for the elderly or disabled. Baby boomers, with higher earning power, may create a larger market for high end furniture and the increase in home offices may create greater demand for office furniture. A proportionally larger share of jobs for furniture and fixture assemblers and inspectors are located in Winnipeg. Across industries, employment is concentrated in Manufacturing (91%), followed by Retail Trade (7%). Employment by Age Group
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Please Note - The source for above charts is the 2006 Census. Professional Associations, Unions, and Regulatory Bodies...
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