Canning machine operator NOC code
NOC 2021 code, TEER level and Express Entry status for canning machine operator.
Last reviewed 2026-11-02 · Sources: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
Quick answer
The NOC code for canning machine operator is 94140 (Process control and machine operators, food and beverage processing), a TEER 4 occupation — not skilled work for FSW or CEC.
NOC code
94140
TEER 4 · not skilled for FSW/CEC
High-wage
Not listed
No extra CRS points
Category draws
None
IRCC 2026 lists
What NOC 94140 covers
Process control and machine operators in food and beverage processing operate multi-function process control machinery and single-function machines to process and package food and beverage products. They are employed in fruit and vegetable processing plants, dairies, flour mills, bakeries, sugar refineries, meat plants, breweries, and other food and beverage processing establishments.
| Unit group | 94140 — Process control and machine operators, food and beverage processing |
|---|---|
| TEER | TEER 4 — usually requires a high school diploma or several weeks of on-the-job training |
| Broad category | Occupations in manufacturing and utilities |
Main duties to compare with yours
- Process control operators
- Operate multi-function process control machinery through control panels, computer terminals or other control systems to grind, extract, mix, blend, cook or otherwise process food products and to bag, box or otherwise package food products
- Operate multi-function process control machinery to grind, extract, mix, blend, distill, ferment or otherwise process alcoholic or non-alcoholic beverages and to bottle, can or otherwise package beverages
- Observe gauges, computer printouts and video monitors to verify specified processing conditions and make adjustments to process variables such as cooking times, ingredient inputs, flow rates and temperature settings
- Maintain shift log of production and other data.
- Machine operators
To use NOC 94140 on an Express Entry profile or reference letter, your duties should match the lead statement and most of the main duties. See every duty and the full Express Entry breakdown for NOC 94140 →
Other job titles under NOC 94140
- Brewhouse operator
- Chocolate refiner
- Cigarette machine tender
- Citrus juice extractor
- Corn sugar refinery operator
- Bakery machine operator - food and beverage processing
- Control room operator - food and beverage processing
Similar titles in other NOC codes
If your duties don't match NOC 94140, one of these may fit better:
- Bag machine operator — NOC 94111 (Plastics processing machine operators, TEER 4)
- Bolt machine operator — NOC 94107 (Machine operators of other metal products, TEER 4)
- Bookbinding machine operator — NOC 94152 (Binding and finishing machine operators, TEER 4)
- Brazing machine operator — NOC 72106 (Welders and related machine operators, TEER 2)
- Brazing machine setter — NOC 72106 (Welders and related machine operators, TEER 2)
- Brush making machine operator — NOC 94219 (Other products assemblers, finishers and inspectors, TEER 4)
- Button machine operator — NOC 94219 (Other products assemblers, finishers and inspectors, TEER 4)
- Can-forming machine operator — NOC 94107 (Machine operators of other metal products, TEER 4)
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Sources: Statistics Canada, NOC 2021 Version 1.0 (example titles and duties); IRCC high-wage occupations and category-based selection lists. Check the official NOC site before you apply.
Frequently asked questions
What is the NOC code for canning machine operator?+
In NOC 2021, "canning machine operator" is an example title in unit group 94140 — Process control and machine operators, food and beverage processing. It is a TEER 4 occupation in the "Occupations in manufacturing and utilities" broad category.
Is canning machine operator eligible for Express Entry?+
NOC 94140 is TEER 4. IRCC only counts TEER 0–3 work as skilled experience for the Federal Skilled Worker Program and Canadian Experience Class, so this work generally won't qualify for those programs on its own. Some provincial programs accept TEER 4–5 work.
Does canning machine operator get extra CRS points?+
NOC 94140 isn't on IRCC's high-wage list, so there are no extra high-wage or job offer points. Canadian work-length points still apply for TEER 0–3 work.
Can a canning machine operator get a category-based Express Entry invitation?+
NOC 94140 isn't on any of IRCC's current category-based selection lists. You can still be invited in general, Canadian Experience Class or Provincial Nominee Program rounds.
What if my job title says canning machine operator but my duties are different?+
IRCC assesses your duties, not your job title. Compare what you actually do with the lead statement and main duties of NOC 94140. If most of them don't match, look at the related occupations below or search the official NOC site.