94105 economic 2025-2027
South Central Moderate
Canada Limited
Metalworking and forging machine operators in South Central
Salary Information
Wage data for this region
Entry-level
$19.37
/hr
Typical
$21.58
/hr
Experienced
$26.74
/hr
Source: Job Bank Canada. Wages may vary by region and experience.
Employment Trends Analysis
The employment outlook will be Moderate for metalworking and forging machine operators (NOC 94105) in the South Central 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 South Central region:
- Approximately 70 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
- Metalworking and forging machine operators mainly work in the following sectors:
- Miscellaneous manufacturing (NAICS 339): 51%
- Fabricated metal product manufacturing (NAICS 332): 44%