94105 economic 2025-2027
Ottawa Limited
Canada Limited
Metalworking and forging machine operators in Ottawa
Salary Information
Wage data for this region
Entry-level
$21.41
/hr
Typical
$25.59
/hr
Experienced
$31.43
/hr
Source: Job Bank Canada. Wages may vary by region and experience.
Employment Trends Analysis
The employment outlook will be Limited for metalworking and forging machine operators (NOC 94105) in the Ottawa region for the 2025-2027 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 metalworking and forging machine operators in the Ottawa region:
- Approximately 190 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
- Metalworking and forging machine operators mainly work in the following sectors:
- Fabricated metal product manufacturing (NAICS 332): 52%
- Miscellaneous manufacturing (NAICS 339): 11%
- Construction (NAICS 23): 10%
- Machinery manufacturing (NAICS 333): 9%
- Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 8%