Job prospects Hot Press Operator - Metal Forging in the Stratford–Bruce Peninsula Region

Over the past few years (2021-2023), there was a labour shortage for Metalworking and forging machine operators in the Stratford–Bruce Peninsula 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 Metalworking and forging machine operators (NOC 94105) in the Stratford - Bruce Peninsula region for the 2023-2025 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of 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 Metalworking and forging machine operators in the Stratford - Bruce Peninsula region:

• Approximately 1,510 people work in this occupation.
• Metalworking and forging machine operators mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Motor vehicle, body, trailer and parts manufacturing (NAICS 3361-3363): 28%
  • Fabricated metal product manufacturing (NAICS 332): 24%
  • Machinery manufacturing (NAICS 333): 23%
  • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 9%
  • Construction (NAICS 23): 9%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology