1226-NOC

Production logistics workers

(NOC 14402)
Annual Earnings
$58,376
Training, Education, Experience and Responsibilities
High School Diploma
Job Openings
(2023-2033)
380

Career Overview

Production logistics workers:

  • Organize and assist the flow of work and materials within an establishment
  • Prepare products ready for shipment
  • Work for manufacturing and construction companies, printing and publishing companies and other industrial establishments

Duties

Production logistics workers:

  • Find, sort or move goods between different sections, units and departments
  • Receive, unpack and track merchandise
  • Compile detailed worksheets and specifications from customer's order
  • Compare items packed with customer orders and other identifying data for quality control
  • Compile reports on the progress of work and on any production problems that arise
  • Track material inventory, prepare new material orders, track order schedules for inventory control and maintain inventory records
  • Maintain contact with vendors to ensure timely shipments of supplies and equipment
  • Prepare material estimates to ensure enough materials are available to complete production projects

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

$58,376

Provincial Hourly Rate

High$46.65/hr
Median$27.99/hr
Low$16.91/hr
Source: B.C. Labour Market Information Office, derived from 2023 Job Bank Wage data

Work Environment

# Workers Employed

975

% Employed Full Time

71%
Source: 2021 Census

Work in this occupation is typically performed in a structured environment, such as an office.

Career Pathways

Progression to co-ordination positions is possible with experience.

Occupational Interests

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

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Conventional

Job Titles

Expediter
Production clerk
Scheduling clerk
Traffic control clerk

Education, Training and Skills

Completion of secondary school is usually required and college may be required.

Education programs in B.C.

The following program areas are related to this occupation:

  • Academic/Basic Upgrading
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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!

Reading Comprehension

Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.

65%
Speaking

Talking to others to share information effectively.

65%
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.

62%
Time Management

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

62%
Critical Thinking

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

59%
Monitoring

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

53%
Complex Problem Solving

Being able to solve novel, ill-defined problems in complex, real-world settings.

53%
Writing

Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.

53%
Coordination

Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.

50%
Systems Analysis

Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations and the environment will affect outcomes.

47%

Labour Market Statistics

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Employment

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Employment

975
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 15 1.5%
Kootenay 20 2.1%
Mainland/Southwest 665 68.2%
North Coast and Nechako 15 1.5%
Northeast 10 1.0%
Thompson-Okanagan 100 10.3%
Vancouver Island/Coast 155 15.9%
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)

380
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 Not available Not available
Kootenay Not available Not available
Mainland/Southwest 280 1.1%
North Coast and Nechako Not available Not available
Northeast Not available Not available
Thompson-Okanagan 30 1.1%
Vancouver Island/Coast 70 1.0%
Source: B.C. Labour Market Outlook

Industry Highlights

Learn about the opportunities in B.C.'s major industries, including employment trends, earning potential, locations of work and more.

Forecasted Job Openings by Industry

IndustryJob Openings (2023-2033)
Health Care And Social Assistance100
Professional, Scientific And Technical Services60
Manufacturing50
Retail Trade40
Transportation And Warehousing40
For additional industry information, visit the Industry Profiles page.
Source: B.C. Labour Market Outlook

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