Chocolate refiner NOC code
NOC 2021 code, TEER level and Express Entry status for chocolate refiner.
Last reviewed 2026-11-02 · Sources: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
Quick answer
The NOC code for chocolate refiner 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
- Canning machine operator
- Cigarette machine tender
- Citrus juice extractor
- Corn sugar refinery operator
- Bakery machine operator - food and beverage processing
- Control room operator - food and beverage processing
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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 chocolate refiner?+
In NOC 2021, "chocolate refiner" 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 chocolate refiner 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 chocolate refiner 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 chocolate refiner 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 chocolate refiner 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.