Operations Manager - Winnipeg, Canada - Oldcastle APG

Oldcastle APG

Verified Company

Winnipeg, Canada

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Job ID: 487189

Oldcastle APG, a CRH company, is a leading global supplier of building and landscaping products.

Its product portfolio includes hardscapes and masonry, packaged cement mixes, lawn and garden materials, and composite decking sold through a variety of channels for residential and commercial use.

Oldcastle APG is the leading producer of hardscapes in North America and Europe and the innovator behind many of the industry's well-known brands: Belgard hardscapes, Echelon masonry, Sakrete bagged dry mixes, and MoistureShield composite decking.

With over 260 operating locations and approximately 8,500 employees, Oldcastle APG operates across 7 countries in the U.S., Canada, and Europe.

Safety

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 retraining 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

Production & Quality Control

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 adhoc basis

Human Resources

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

Maintenance

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

Oldcastle Fundamentals

Follows and implements the Oldcastle's Five Plant Fundamentals position knowledge
Previous knowledge of production equipment is a desirable asset
Basic knowledge of wetcast, drycast 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

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