NOC 92012Supervisors, food and beverage processing

TEER 2 — College diploma, apprenticeship (2+ yrs) or supervisory

NOC 92012 is the Canadian National Occupational Classification code for Supervisors, food and beverage processing. It is classified TEER 2 — College diploma, apprenticeship (2+ yrs) or supervisory, which meets the skill requirement for Express Entry. 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: Yes
Regulated in Québec: No
In demand in Manitoba: No

Classification

Manufacturing & utilities

9 › 92 › 920 › 9201

Definition

Supervisors in food and beverage processing supervise and coordinate the activities of workers who operate processing and packaging machines, and workers who grade food and beverage products. They are employed in fruit and vegetable processing plants, dairies, flour mills, bakeries, sugar refineries, fish plants, meat plants, breweries and other food and beverage processing establishments.

Main duties

This group performs some or all of the following duties:
Supervise, co-ordinate and schedule the activities of workers who process, package, test and grade food and beverage products
Establish methods to meet work schedules and co-ordinate work activities with other departments
Resolve work problems and recommend measures to improve productivity and product quality
Requisition materials and supplies
Train staff in job duties, safety procedures and company policy
Recommend personnel actions such as hirings and promotions
Prepare production and other reports.
Hazard analysis critical control point (HACCP) co-ordinators identify, evaluate, control and prevent hazards at all stages of the food production process.

Example job titles

•bottling supervisor - food and beverage processing
•brewer supervisor
•fish processing supervisor
•flour milling team supervisor
•food product testers supervisor
•hazard analysis critical control point (HACCP) coordinator
•meat packing supervisor
•packaging supervisor - food and beverage processing

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Overview

NOC 92012, classified as "Supervisors, food and beverage processing" under the NOC 2021 system, is a skilled TEER 2 occupation. Professionals in this category supervise and coordinate the activities of workers who operate food and beverage processing and packaging machines, as well as those who grade food and beverage products. They are employed across various manufacturing environments, including meat packing plants, dairies, breweries, flour mills, and fruit processing facilities. Key duties include scheduling shifts, establishing methods to meet work schedules, recommending measures to improve productivity, and ensuring strict compliance with safety and sanitation standards.

From an immigration perspective, NOC 92012 qualifies for major economic immigration programs due to its TEER 2 classification. Eligible candidates can pursue Canadian permanent residency through the Express Entry system under the Federal Skilled Worker (FSW) program or the Canadian Experience Class (CEC). Additionally, several Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs) target candidates in the food processing sector. To qualify, applicants generally require completion of secondary school along with several years of experience as a machine operator or industrial supervisor in food or beverage processing.

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

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Frequently asked questions

Is NOC 92012 eligible for Express Entry?

Yes — Supervisors, food and beverage processing is TEER 2, and TEER 0–3 occupations meet the skill-level requirement for Express Entry programs such as the Federal Skilled Worker Program and the Canadian Experience Class. Full eligibility also depends on your work experience, language results and other program criteria.

What education or training does NOC 92012 usually require?

Supervisors, food and beverage processing is classified as TEER 2 — College diploma, apprenticeship (2+ yrs) or supervisory. Always confirm the exact employment requirements on the official NOC profile before relying on them.

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