Industrial Engineer

Borcherdt Concrete Products Limited; Woodstock; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading precast concrete solutions provider in Woodstock is seeking an Industrial Engineer to enhance production processes and ensure quality compliance in a fast-paced environment. This role involves analyzing operations, developing workflows, and implementing innovative technologies to increase efficiencies at the new facility. Candidates should hold a Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering and possess strong analytical and interpersonal skills. A comprehensive compensation package is included.

Benefits

Health and dental coverage

Life insurance

RRSP and tax-free savings account options

Educational scholarships for dependents

Health & wellness programming

Team celebratory events

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of production machinery, processes, automation and standards.
• Proficiency in relevant software for industrial engineering.
• Previous experience in precast concrete is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Review production processes for continuous improvement.
• Make recommendations for production process upgrades.
• Conduct workflow studies to optimize production.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering or a related engineering discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

3D Building Information Modeling (BIM) software

Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRP) software

Job description

With a solid history dating back to 1958, PreCon Precast is known as a leading provider of architectural and structural precast concrete solutions with our plant located in Woodstock, ON. Across Ontario, you will find PreCon precast products and systems used in a variety of construction segments. We pride ourselves in being leaders in precast concrete innovation, and building more resilient, energy efficient, sustainable, safe, and durable structures.

Job Summary

The Industrial Engineer will provide direction to improve the organization’s overall production processes, systems and procedures. The Industrial Engineer is responsible for analyzing operations, working with operations personnel to design optimal workflows and production processes, increasing efficiencies, and assisting to ensure that final products meet established quality standards. The Industrial Engineer will be fully engaged in the implementation of the manufacturing processes, automation and equipment that will be incorporated into PreCon’s new production facility in Woodstock, ON.

Responsibilities

• Review production processes, systems, and procedures with the intent of promoting a culture of continuous improvement
• Make recommendations and implement continuous improvement programs for production processes, as well as processes that are upstream from production
• Monitor market for production and associated technology innovations and make upgrade recommendations to management when necessary
• Assist in the development, implementation, and monitoring of management controls systems focusing on improving efficiency, reducing waste and minimizing cost
• Assist with the continuous improvement of quality control procedures to resolve production quality challenges
• Conduct workflow and time studies to optimize production throughput, capacity and personnel requirements
• Develop and maintain KPIs relating to production quality and efficiency
• Help develop and manage process documentation and share production efficiency analyses with operations as needed

Technical Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering or a related engineering discipline
• Strong knowledge of production machinery, processes, automation and standards
• Proficiency in programs such as Microsoft Office 365, 3D Building Information Modeling ("BIM") software such as Tekla Structures, with exposure to other engineering related Manufacturing Resource Planning ("MRP") software being an asset
• Previous experience or co‑op placement in precast concrete considered a definite asset

Business Requirements

• Strong critical thinking and problem‑solving skills to drive process optimization and efficiency
• Effective project and time management, cost analysis and budgeting to help drive profitably
• Technical proficiency with a strong understanding of engineering principles and technical knowledge related to automated and semi‑automated manufacturing
• Ability to work both independently and within a team environment
• Desire to work well in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven, and customer‑focused environment

Cultural Requirements

• Ability to work productively with a unionized, hourly workforce in a plant environment
• Majority of time will be spent working in a manufacturing facility
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with internal and external stakeholders of diverse backgrounds & disciplines, including various levels of management
• A team player with the desire to work collaboratively with others to improve existing processes

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 team celebratory 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 construction‑related companies and divisions, serving a growing market area and employing over twelve hundred employees.

Job Info

• Job Identification 4506
• Posting Date 12/12/2025, 08:16 PM
• Degree Level Some College
• Job Schedule Full time