Supervisors, Electronics Manufacturing (9222)

Occupation related to information and communications technology

Job titles

assembly and test foreman/woman - electronics manufacturing
assembly and testing supervisor - electronic equipment manufacturing
assembly supervisor - electronics equipment manufacturing
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Supervisors in this unit group supervise and co-ordinate the activities of workers who assemble, fabricate, test, repair and inspect electronic parts, components and systems. They are employed in electronics manufacturing plants.

Fields of interest

Managing, organizing, administrating
Working with computers, information technology, and communications

Main duties

Supervisors in this unit group perform some or all of the following duties:
- Supervise, co-ordinate and schedule the activities of workers who assemble, fabricate, inspect and test electronic and electromechanical assemblies, subassemblies, parts and components
- Establish methods to meet work schedules and co-ordinate work activities with other departments
- Resolve work problems and recommend work measures to improve productivity
- Requisition materials and supplies
- Train workers in job duties, safety procedures and company policies and recommend personnel actions such as hirings and promotions
- Ensure safety rules and regulations are followed
- Prepare production and other reports
- May set up machines and equipment
- Supervise, co-ordinate and schedule the activities of related helpers and labourers.

Main characteristics of the occupation

These headings are provided for the following occupation(s) :

Supervisors, Electronics Manufacturing (9222)

Employment requirements

* Completion of secondary school is required.
* Several years of experience as an electronics assembler, fabricator, inspector or tester are usually required.
* Post-secondary education in electronics or a related discipline is required.