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Managers in Manufacturing and Utilities

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What They Do | Where They Find Work | Related Occupation(s) | Something to Think About
 

What They Do


Manufacturing managers plan and direct the operations of manufacturing companies or production departments within organizations. They develop production schedules and implement changes to production equipment/systems.

Utilities managers plan and direct the operations of utility companies or organizations providing services such as waste disposal/recycling and the distribution of water, electricity, natural gas, and heating oil.

Where They Find Work — Top Occupational Areas

Fabricated metal product manufacturing 8.0%
Food manufacturing 8.0%
Wholesale trade 6.0%
Machinery manufacturing 6.0%
Utilities 5.0%
Plastic and rubber products manufacturing 5.0%
Chemical manufacturing 5.0%

Tip


These managers work in manufacturing companies, public and private utilities, and heating oil distribution companies.



The highest concentrations (per 10,000 people) of Managers in Manufacturing and Utilities are found in Quebec and Ontario while the lowest concentrations are in Newfoundland and Saskatchewan.


Some Related Occupation(s)


Supervisors, Processing Occupations

More related Job Titles in these occupations


Something to Think About

To enhance your professional knowledge and broaden your opportunities, consider:

Learning about information/ communication technology

Looking for opportunities to create work teams

Supervising work teams