Production Supervisor

About Us:

With a solid history dating back to 1958, PreCon Precast Limited (now a member of the OSCO Construction Group) is known as a leading provider of architectural and structural precast concrete solutions with locations in Brampton and Woodstock. Across Ontario, you will find PreCon precast products and systems used in a variety of construction segments. Our value creation is cultivated by our workforce; a strong team built of Technical Sales, Engineering, Project Management, Production and Field Services. We pride ourselves in being leaders in precast concrete innovation, building more energy efficient, sustainable, and safe structures.

Job Summary:

The Production Supervisor oversees daily operations in our Woodstock precast concrete facility, ensuring production targets are met while maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and efficiency. Through effective communication, determination and self-discipline, this role is responsible for leveraging knowledge and skills to set clear expectations, efficient planning, production oversight, coaching, compliance, and employee management. This role requires hands-on leadership, technical expertise in precast processes, and strong coordination with cross-functional teams.

While the pace of the work is faster than average, quality or safety is never compromised. The work requires technical problem solving and innovation while working within approved organizational systems, quality standards and technology

Responsibilities:

• Review and interpret engineering drawings and technical documents to guide and plan production activities.
• Coordinate workflow, labour assignments, and material flow to align with production schedules.
• Maintain accurate shift documentation, including production reports, attendance, and incident logs.
• Maintain and enforce compliance with workplace safety policies and quality control procedures.
• Lead and supervise production crews, in a unionized environment, to meet daily targets in a safe and efficient manner.
• Train, mentor, and develop production employees; facilitate cross-training and skill development.
• Champion lean manufacturing principles and drive initiatives to improve productivity and reduce waste.
• Identify and resolve operational issues, including equipment downtime and process bottlenecks.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, quality assurance, and maintenance, for optimal production performance.
• Participate in production planning meetings and contribute to operational strategy.

Technical Requirements:

• 3-5 years of industrial supervisory experience preferable in a Unionized environment
• Engineering Technology degree or diploma, or equivalent is preferred
• Prior experience in precast concrete or similar manufacturing is an asset
• Effective leadership and conflict resolution abilities

Business Requirements:

• Drive, determination, and a self-disciplined approach to achieving results that meet and maintain job standards
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and production management software
• Knowledge of safety regulations and lean manufacturing principles

Cultural Requirements:

• Ability to assume responsibility, interface and communicate effectively with others and demonstrate strong interpersonal skills

As a member of the OSCO Construction Group, PreCon offers a comprehensive compensation package including health and dental coverage, life insurance, RRSP and tax-free savings account options. Additionally, we offer educational scholarships to dependents of employees, health & wellness programming and teambuilding events.

About OSCO

The origins of the OSCO Construction Group go back to 1955 when Ocean Steel & Construction Ltd. was founded in Saint John, New Brunswick. Since that time, the OSCO Construction Group has grown to encompass four main operating sectors: Steel , Concrete , Construction and Corporate . Within these sectors lie an ever-expanding number of companies and divisions, serving a growing market area and employing over twelve hundred employees.

The OSCO Construction Group prides itself not just in embracing change, but in leading it. We drive this change by maintaining our vision to be fast, be global and be connected. All of our sectors are committed to: conducting business with integrity and fairness; continuous education & training of our employees; improving our processes; focusing on our customers’ needs; and, providing top quality products & services.