NOC 14402Production logistics workers

TEER 4 — High-school diploma or several weeks of training

NOC 14402 is the Canadian National Occupational Classification code for Production logistics workers. It is classified TEER 4 — High-school diploma or several weeks of training, which does not meet the skill requirement for Express Entry's federal programs. An officer decides whether you can claim this code by comparing the duties written in your reference letter against the official main duties below — not by your job title.

Express Entry eligible: No
Regulated in Québec: No
In demand in Manitoba: No

Classification

Business, finance & administration

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Definition

Production logistics workers expedite the flow of work and materials within an establishment and prepare merchandise ready for shipment. They are employed by manufacturing and construction companies, printing and publishing companies and other industrial establishments.

Main duties

This group performs some or all of the following duties:
Find, sort or move goods between different sections, unit and departments and 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, monitor order schedules for inventory control and maintain inventory records
Maintain contact with vendors to ensure that supplies and equipment are shipped on time
Prepare material estimates to ensure enough materials are available to complete production projects.

Example job titles

•expediter
•production clerk
•scheduling clerk
•traffic control clerk

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Overview

Production logistics workers (NOC 14402) play a vital role in Canadian industries by coordinating and expediting the flow of materials, parts, and assemblies across departments according to production and shipping schedules. Classified under TEER 4 of the NOC 2021 system, these workers are responsible for monitoring inventory levels, compiling reports, and liaising with purchasing, production, and scheduling departments to prevent delays. Their day-to-day duties involve identifying and addressing material shortages, preparing status reports, and utilizing inventory management software to maintain streamlined operations.

To qualify for this occupation in Canada, candidates typically need a secondary school diploma, and some employers may require previous clerical or warehouse experience. Because NOC 14402 is designated as a TEER 4 category, immigration candidates are generally ineligible for standard Federal Skilled Worker Express Entry draws, but they can actively pursue Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs) that feature semi-skilled entry streams, the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP), or other pilot programs targeting in-demand supply chain occupations.

Educational overview summarizing this occupation. Always confirm against the official NOC profile and IRCC before relying on it.

Commonly confused codes

13201Production and transportation logistics coordinators

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Frequently asked questions

Is NOC 14402 eligible for Express Entry?

Not for Express Entry's federal skilled programs — Production logistics workers is TEER 4, and TEER 4–5 occupations don't meet that skill level. Provincial streams and other pathways may still be open; run the eligibility check to see which.

What education or training does NOC 14402 usually require?

Production logistics workers is classified as TEER 4 — High-school diploma or several weeks of training. Always confirm the exact employment requirements on the official NOC profile before relying on them.

Which NOC codes are commonly confused with 14402?

Applicants most often mix up 14402 with 13201 (Production and transportation logistics coordinators). If your real day-to-day duties fit one of those codes better, that mismatch is exactly what an officer flags — double-check before you submit.

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Occupation data: Statistics Canada / ESDC — National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021.