92020
Canada Moderate

Supervisors, motor vehicle assembling

Supervisors in motor vehicle assembling supervise and coordinate the activities of workers in motor vehicle production departments. They are employed in plants which manufacture automobiles, vans and light trucks.

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Salary Information

National wage data for this occupation
Entry-level
CA$23.00
/hr
Typical
CA$34.62
/hr
Experienced
CA$50.48
/hr

Average: CA$35.18/hr

97.8% of workers in this occupation receive non-wage benefits

Source: Job Bank Canada. Wages may vary by region and experience.

Examples

Illustrative Examples
  • area coordinator - motor vehicle manufacturing
  • assembly foreman/woman - motor vehicle manufacturing
  • assembly supervisor - motor vehicle manufacturing
  • assembly zone supervisor - motor vehicle manufacturing
  • foreman/woman - motor vehicle manufacturing
  • general assembly supervisor - motor vehicle manufacturing
All Examples
  • area coordinator - motor vehicle assembly
  • area coordinator - motor vehicle manufacturing
  • assembly coordinator - motor vehicle manufacturing
  • assembly foreman/woman - motor vehicle manufacturing
  • assembly supervisor - motor vehicle manufacturing
  • assembly zone supervisor - motor vehicle manufacturing
  • automobile assembly foreman/woman
  • body shop supervisor - motor vehicle manufacturing
  • chassis assembly supervisor - motor vehicle manufacturing
  • engine dress supervisor - motor vehicle manufacturing
  • final-assembly supervisor - motor vehicle manufacturing
  • foreman/woman - motor vehicle manufacturing
  • general assembly supervisor - motor vehicle manufacturing
  • motor vehicle assembly coordinator
  • motor vehicle assembly foreman/woman
  • motor vehicle assembly general supervisor
  • motor vehicle assembly supervisor
  • motor vehicle assembly zone supervisor
  • motor vehicle inspection and testing foreman/woman - motor vehicle manufacturing
  • motor vehicle manufacturing foreman/woman
  • paint department foreman/woman - motor vehicle manufacturing
  • paint shop foreman/woman - motor vehicle manufacturing
  • paint shop supervisor - motor vehicle manufacturing
  • production line foreman/woman - motor vehicle manufacturing
  • trim and hardware supervisor - motor vehicle manufacturing

Main Duties

Main Duties
  • This group performs some or all of the following duties:
  • Supervise, co-ordinate and schedule the activities of workers in motor vehicle manufacturing production departments such as body shop, chassis, paint, trim and hardware and final assembly
  • Establish methods to meet work schedules and co-ordinate work activities with other departments
  • Resolve work problems and recommend measures to improve productivity and product quality
  • Train staff in job duties, safety procedures and company policies
  • Requisition materials and supplies
  • Recommend personnel actions such as hirings and promotions
  • Prepare production and other reports.

Requirements

Employment Requirements
  • Completion of secondary school is usually required.
  • Post-secondary education in engineering, sciences, business or other related discipline is usually required.
  • Several years of experience as a production worker in motor vehicle manufacturing are required.

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Data from Statistics Canada (NOC 2021), ESDC Labour Market Information, and Job Bank Canada