9215-NOC

Supervisors, forest products processing

(NOC 92014)
Annual Earnings
$88,221
Training, Education, Experience and Responsibilities
College Diploma or Apprenticeship, 2 or more years
Job Openings
(2023-2033)
340

Career Overview

Supervisors in this group supervise and co-ordinate the activities of workers in the following groups:

These workers are employed by:

  • Pulp and paper companies
  • Paper converting companies
  • Sawmills and planing mills
  • Wood treatment plants
  • Waferboard plants and other wood processing companies

Duties

Supervisors in this group perform some or all of the following duties:

  • Supervise, coordinate and schedule the activities of workers who operate pulp and paper mills, paper converting mills, sawmills, planing mills, plywood, waferboard and other wood and paper products mills
  • Make sure that systems and equipment are operating efficiently and that proper maintenance and repairs are done
  • Set up methods to meet work schedules and coordinate work activities with other departments
  • Solve work problems and recommend measures to improve productivity and product quality
  • Order materials and supplies
  • Train staff in job duties, safety procedures and company policy
  • Recommend staffing actions such as hiring and promotions
  • Manage the collective agreement
  • Prepare production and other reports
  • Monitor safety conditions
  • May set up machines and equipment

Earnings

Earnings is income that workers receive in exchange for their labour. Depending on the type of employment, earnings can be in the form of wages (hourly), salaries (fixed monthly or annual) or self-employed earnings.

Annual Earnings

$88,221

Provincial Hourly Rate

High$60.00/hr
Median$42.30/hr
Low$31.86/hr
Source: B.C. Labour Market Information Office, derived from 2023 Job Bank Wage data

Work Environment

# Workers Employed

1,180

% Employed Full Time

78%
Source: 2021 Census

Key aspects of the work in this occupation:

  • Work takes place in a controlled indoor setting
  • The workplace may be noisy enough to affect hearing
  • The workplace may contain strong or toxic odours

Career Pathways

Progression to managerial positions is possible with experience.

Movement is possible between positions employing similar technology or producing similar products.

Occupational Interests

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For more about occupational interests visit Skills for the Future Workforce > Characteristics.

Here are the top occupational interest(s) for this career profile:

Enterprising
Enterprising

Job Titles

Coating room foreman/woman - pulp and paper
Lumber grading foreman/woman - wood processing
Paper converting supervisor
Paper machine foreman/woman
Paper mill foreman/woman
Plywood making foreman/woman
Pulp mill foreman/woman
Sawmill foreman/woman
Shift operating supervisor - pulp and paper
Shingle mill foreman/woman
Tour foreman/woman - pulp and paper
Waferboard foreman/woman
Wood-treating plant foreman/woman

Education, Training and Skills

  • Completion of secondary school is required
  • A college diploma in pulp and paper technology or a related discipline may be required for some pulp and paper supervisor positions
  • Several years of some combination of formal and on-the-job training are provided
  • Several years of experience in the most senior occupation supervised are often required
  • Certificates, such as lumber grading and industrial first aid, and a competency certificate in natural gas may be required

 

Education programs in B.C.

The following program areas are related to this occupation:

  • Wood Products/Wood Processing Related
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Skills

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Here, you will find the 10 most relevant workplace skills. Some are more important to achieving success in a certain career than others. These skills may come naturally to you or you may need to gain them through education, training and experience.

See the list of work-related skills below, ranked in order of importance for this career. Check out the list and see if this career matches your skills—take that first step!

Active Listening

Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

72%
Time Management

Managing one’s own time and the time of others.

72%
Management of Personnel Resources

Motivating, developing and directing people as they work, and identifying the best people for the job.

72%
Speaking

Talking to others to share information effectively.

72%
Coordination

Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.

68%
Monitoring

Keeping track of and assessing your performance, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.

68%
Social Perceptiveness

Being aware of others’ reactions and understanding why they react as they do.

68%
Critical Thinking

Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

68%
Judgment and Decision Making

Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.

65%
Reading Comprehension

Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.

62%

Labour Market Statistics

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Employment

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Employment

1,180
Source: 2021 Census

Employment by Region

Map of BC Map of BC highlighting Cariboo region Map of BC highlighting Kootenay region Map of BC highlighting Mainland/Southwest region Map of BC highlighting North Coast and Nechako region Map of BC highlighting Northeast region Map of BC highlighting Thompson-Okanagan region Map of BC highlighting Vancouver Island/Coast region
Cariboo
Kootenay
Mainland/Southwest
North Coast and Nechako
Northeast
Thompson-Okanagan
Vancouver Island/Coast
Region Employment % Employment of this Occupation
Cariboo 245 20.8%
Kootenay 85 7.2%
Mainland/Southwest 385 32.6%
North Coast and Nechako 105 8.9%
Northeast 55 4.7%
Thompson-Okanagan 195 16.5%
Vancouver Island/Coast 105 8.9%
Source: 2021 Census

Labour Market Outlook

The B.C. Labour Market Outlook is a 10-year forecast of the expected supply and demand for labour in the province. It’s usually updated every year. The purpose is to provide British Columbians with the knowledge to make informed decisions on careers, skills training, education and hiring.

Forecasted Job Openings (2023-2033)

340
Source: B.C. Labour Market Outlook

Forecasted Job Openings

Forecasted Employment Growth Rate

Composition of Job Openings

Source: B.C. Labour Market Outlook

Job Openings by Region (2023-2033)

Map of BC Map of BC highlighting Cariboo region Map of BC highlighting Kootenay region Map of BC highlighting Mainland/Southwest region Map of BC highlighting North Coast and Nechako region Map of BC highlighting Northeast region Map of BC highlighting Thompson-Okanagan region Map of BC highlighting Vancouver Island/Coast region
Cariboo
Kootenay
Mainland/Southwest
North Coast and Nechako
Northeast
Thompson-Okanagan
Vancouver Island/Coast
Region Job Openings Avg. Annual Employment Growth
Cariboo 40 -1.8%
Kootenay 30 -1.6%
Mainland/Southwest 70 -1.6%
North Coast and Nechako 30 0.8%
Northeast 40 -0.6%
Thompson-Okanagan 90 -0.4%
Vancouver Island/Coast 40 -1.1%
Source: B.C. Labour Market Outlook

Industry Highlights

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Forecasted Job Openings by Industry

IndustryJob Openings (2023-2033)
Manufacturing260
Retail Trade20
Forestry, Logging And Support Activities20
Wholesale Trade20
Construction10
For additional industry information, visit the Industry Profiles page.
Source: B.C. Labour Market Outlook

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