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Operations Manager - Winnipeg, MB Job
Job Description Job Attributes+
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Job ID
976395901
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Req #
487189
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Job Location
Winnipeg, MB, Canada
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Job Category
Operations, Field & Plant Management
- Cultivate and develop opportunities to incorporate safe work practices into daily working routine; assist others in identifying and adhering to established safety procedures; be mindful of potential safety issues and report them immediately to a Supervisor, Safety Committee member or Group Health & Safety Manager
- Ensure all new employees receive appropriate orientation; training and Personal Protective Equipment
- Ensure employee compliance with all company policies and procedures to create a safe work environment for all staff, visitors and the general public
- Provide ongoing and re-training of employees as and where necessary
- Ensure all work is performed in a safe manner and maintain safety records as necessary
- Conduct regular safety meetings and regular risk assessments with appropriate follow up
- Ensures compliance by documenting all incidents, accidents, near misses, WCB claims and injuries as required by various governing agencies and internal Environment, Health & Safety Manager
- Communicates regularly with the Group Health & Safety Manager to promote best practices within the company
- Implements the Expocrete Health and Safety annual compliance plan and ensures the schedule is maintained
- Manage production and inventory to maintain required levels of finished goods to supply all customers in a timely manner
- Ensure accuracy of inventories to include finished goods, raw materials and resale items
- Manage inventory value to budgeted levels
- Ensuring the accuracy of product specification
- Checking the suitability and quality of materials and all related operations during the production process through to the final quality check and dispatch
- Review and make recommendations for the efficient operation of each area under supervision
- Work across the production cycle to ensure the flow of work meets customer deadlines
- Allocate and oversee the work of the production team in order to meet operational deadlines and/or cover for absences
- Maintain stocks of materials and consumables and their appropriate storage as required. Ensure cost effective use of such materials in production process
- In collaboration with VP Operations, input and maintain accurate cost information (hourly rates, materials, etc.) into the management information system ensuring it is up to date
- Provide information, analysis and reporting on a regular and ad-hoc basis
- Recruit or assist in the recruitment of new employees
- Work closely with the VP Operations to produce and review individual/team performance
- In conjunction with the VP Operations prepare efficient and workable rosters for production and/or yard staff
- Coordination and supervision of staff training
- Manage staff leave (including vacations) and working arrangements to ensure sufficient staffing levels for forecasted production targets
- Reviews and approves timecards for payroll
- Oversees and mentors the production unit by providing leadership through the use of best practices in recruitment, retention, employee development, job enrichment/assignment initiatives and may assist in departmental succession planning. Also coaches employees by providing performance & absenteeism improvement plans; training & development opportunities; and creating an environment of positive employee relations
- Will act as the company representative when a union is present, handle & resolves grievances, and in collaborative with Human Resources negotiate union contracts
- Ensure all production equipment is maintained and serviced in a proper, timely manner
- Mandates good housekeeping practices to maintain optimum performance of machinery and plant
- Follows and implements the Oldcastle’s Five Plant Fundamentals position knowledge
- Previous knowledge of production equipment is a desirable asset
- Basic knowledge of wet-cast, dry-cast and concrete production processes
- Working knowledge of block machines and paver machines
- Good mechanical and electrical skills
- Knowledge and understanding of ERP systems
- Knowledge of scheduling and planning techniques and methods in a make to stock environment
- Excellent leadership and team building skills
- Proficient use of basic computer software such as Microsoft Office Products, Internet, Email
- High school diploma
- Post secondary education in the engineering field or as a skilled tradesperson would be an asset
- 5+ years of experience in a management or supervisory position
- Proven time management, planning and scheduling skills
- Highly competitive base pay
- Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
- Group retirement savings program
- Health and wellness programs
- A diverse and inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion
Oldcastle APG, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.
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