Supervisors, mineral and metal processing (NOC 9211)

Supervisors mineral and metal processing perform some or all of the following duties:

• supervise, coordinate and schedule the activities of workers engaged in the following duties: operating single or multi-function mineral and metal processing machinery and equipment; operating mouldmaking and coremaking machines or manually make moulds and cores; operating glass process control, forming and finishing machines; operating concrete, clay and stone forming and finishing machines; and operating cement process control and machines and equipment
• set up methods to meet work schedules and coordinate work activities with units
• order materials and supplies
• solve work problems and recommend work measures to improve productivity and product quality
• train staff in job duties, safety procedures and company policies
• recommend personnel actions such as hirings and promotions
• prepare production and other reports
• may set up machines and equipment.

Key aspects of the work in this occupation:

• Work takes place in a controlled indoor setting.
• Workers may be exposed to fire or intensely hot surfaces that could cause injury.
• Workers may be exposed to noise that could cause hearing problems.
• The workplace may contain strong odours.
• Workers may be exposed to ultraviolet or visible light that may affect health negatively.