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22302.01 – Industrial engineering and manufacturing technologists

Industrial engineering and manufacturing technologists may work independently or provide technical support and services in the development of production methods, facilities and systems, and the planning, estimating, measuring and scheduling of work.

Overview

Example job titles

  • Computer-assisted design/computer-assisted manufacturing (CAD/CAM) programmer
  • Industrial engineering technologist
  • Manufacturing technologist
  • Textile technologist

Core competencies

  • Systems Analysis and Evaluation to identify inefficiencies, bottlenecks and areas for improvement by assessing workflow, resource utilization, equipment performance and production metrics
  • Quality Control Testing to ensure products meet specifications and performance requirements by conducting various quality control tests and inspections, interpreting test results and implementing corrective actions
  • Fluency of Ideas to brainstorm and generate creative solutions to improve production methods, enhance efficiency and solve manufacturing challenges
  • Near Vision to accurately use, perceive, or interpret technical drawings, specifications and precision instruments
  • Attention to Detail to detect errors, identify potential issues and maintain high-quality standards by reviewing details in production methods, equipment setup and quality control procedures
  • Knowledge in Manufacturing, Processing and Production to understand manufacturing processes to design quality assurance programs, production methods, and facility layouts

Main duties

This group performs some or all of the following duties:

  • Develop and conduct production, inventory and quality assurance programs in manufacturing or in other industries
  • Design plant layouts and production facilities
  • Develop and carry out work study and related programs
  • Develop and carry out industrial health, safety and fire prevention plans and programs and conduct safety training programs
  • Develop applications using CAD/CAM (computer-assisted drafting, computer-assisted manufacturing) for the control of robots, computer numerical control (CNC) machines and other manufacturing processes and operations.

Additional information

  • There is mobility to related fields such as technical sales.
  • Progression to managerial positions is possible with experience.
  • Technologists and technicians in this unit group may specialize in the development of production processes, quality assurance programs, plans and schedules in a particular industrial area such as metal fabrication, plastics, pulp and paper, or textile manufacturing.

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NOC hierarchy breakdown

NOC version

NOC 2021 Version 1.0

Broad occupational category

2 – Natural and applied sciences and related occupations

TEER

2 – Occupations usually require a college diploma or apprenticeship training of two or more years; or supervisory occupations

Major group

22 – Technical occupations related to natural and applied sciences

Sub-major group

223 – Technical occupations related to engineering

Minor group

2230 – Technical occupations in civil, mechanical and industrial engineering

Unit group

22302 – Industrial engineering and manufacturing technologists and technicians

Occupational profile

22302.01 – Industrial engineering and manufacturing technologists

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