Job prospects CNC (computer Numerically Controlled) Band Saw Operator near Vancouver (BC)

Over the past few years (2021-2023), there was a major labour shortage for Woodworking machine operators near Vancouver (BC). There were far 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 moderate for Woodworking machine operators (NOC 94124) in the Lower Mainland - Southwest region for the 2023-2025 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
• Several 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 Woodworking machine operators in the Lower Mainland - Southwest region:

• Approximately 400 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Woodworking machine operators mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Furniture and related product manufacturing (NAICS 337): 31%
  • Wood product manufacturing (NAICS 321): 25%
  • Machinery manufacturing (NAICS 333): 10%
  • Construction (NAICS 23): 10%
  • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 6%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology