Component inserting machine operator NOC code
NOC 2021 code, TEER level and Express Entry status for component inserting machine operator.
Last reviewed 2026-11-02 · Sources: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
Quick answer
The NOC code for component inserting machine operator is 94201 (Electronics assemblers, fabricators, inspectors and testers), a TEER 4 occupation — not skilled work for FSW or CEC.
NOC code
94201
TEER 4 · not skilled for FSW/CEC
High-wage
Not listed
No extra CRS points
Category draws
None
IRCC 2026 lists
What NOC 94201 covers
Electronics assemblers and fabricators assemble and fabricate electronic equipment, parts and components. Electronics inspectors and testers inspect and test electronic and electromechanical assemblies, subassemblies, parts and components to ensure conformance to prescribed standards. They are employed in electronics manufacturing plants.
| Unit group | 94201 — Electronics assemblers, fabricators, inspectors and testers |
|---|---|
| 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
- Electronics assemblers and fabricators
- Solder and manually assemble various electronic components such as resistors, diodes, transistors, capacitors, integrated circuits, switches, wires and other electronic parts to designated locations on printed circuit boards
- Assemble microcircuits requiring fine hand assembly, the use of microscopes and adherence to cleanroom procedures
- Install, mount, fasten, align and adjust parts, components, wiring and harnesses to subassemblies and assemblies using hand and small power tools
- Operate automatic and semi-automatic machines to position, solder and clean prescribed components on printed circuit boards
- Operate and monitor process equipment including automatic and semi-automatic machines to fabricate electronic components, solder, clean, seal and stamp components and perform other process operations as specified
To use NOC 94201 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 94201 →
Other job titles under NOC 94201
- Capacitor assembler
- Circuit board assembler
- Crystal final tester
- Electronic components tester
- Electronics assembler
- Electronics inspector - electronic equipment manufacturing
- Finished product inspector - electronic equipment manufacturing
Similar titles in other NOC codes
If your duties don't match NOC 94201, 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 component inserting machine operator?+
In NOC 2021, "component inserting machine operator" is an example title in unit group 94201 — Electronics assemblers, fabricators, inspectors and testers. It is a TEER 4 occupation in the "Occupations in manufacturing and utilities" broad category.
Is component inserting machine operator eligible for Express Entry?+
NOC 94201 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 component inserting machine operator get extra CRS points?+
NOC 94201 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 component inserting machine operator get a category-based Express Entry invitation?+
NOC 94201 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 component inserting 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 94201. If most of them don't match, look at the related occupations below or search the official NOC site.