Job prospects Assembler, Seats - Motor Vehicle Manufacturing in the Kitchener–Waterloo–Barrie Region
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Explore current and future job prospects for people working as "Motor vehicle assemblers, inspectors and testers" in the Kitchener–Waterloo–Barrie Region or across Canada.

Current and future job prospects

These outlooks were updated on November 29, 2023.

Recent trends from the past 3 years

Labour surplus

Over the past few years (2021-2023), there was a labour surplus for Motor vehicle assemblers, inspectors and testers in the Kitchener–Waterloo–Barrie Region. There were more workers available than job openings in this occupation.

Source Labour Market Information | Recent Trends Assessment Methodology

Job outlook over the next 3 years

Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Motor vehicle assemblers, inspectors and testers (NOC 94200) in the Kitchener - Waterloo - Barrie region for the 2023-2025 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

  • Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
  • Several positions will become available due to retirements.

Kitchener-Waterloo-Barrie has four automotive assembly plants and several motor vehicle parts manufacturers located throughout the area.

Here are some key facts about Motor vehicle assemblers, inspectors and testers in the Kitchener - Waterloo - Barrie region:

  • Approximately 6,120 people work in this occupation.
  • Motor vehicle assemblers, inspectors and testers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Motor vehicle, body, trailer and parts manufacturing (NAICS 3361-3363): 80%
    • Plastics and rubber products manufacturing (NAICS 326): 5%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology

Labour market conditions over the next 10 years

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Labour Market Information Survey
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