Production Technician

McInnis Cement; Bowmanville; Hybrid; CAD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company that is part of a global leader in building materials! As a Production Technician, you will play a crucial role in overseeing production processes within a cement factory, ensuring that safety and quality standards are met while driving efficiency and productivity. This position offers a unique opportunity to lead a dedicated team, implement improvements, and contribute to the creation of iconic structures. With a culture that values growth and collaboration, you will be part of a diverse environment that prioritizes employee well-being and professional development. Embrace the chance to make a positive impact in the industry and advance your career with us!

Benefits

Competitive wages

Medical, dental, vision insurance

RRSP and DC (CAN) and 401K (U.S.)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Educational scholarship program

Paid Maternity Leave Top Up

Access to Employees Resource Groups (ERGs)

Qualifications

• 3-5 years in a supervisory role in manufacturing, preferably cement industry.
• Knowledge of Health, Safety, and Environmental regulations.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate the labour force including training and evaluations.
• Ensure adherence to safety protocols and quality standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Team Motivation

Education

Degree or diploma in Engineering, Manufacturing, Mining

Equivalent working experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

SAP

Ariba

Job description

We are St Marys Cement, part of Votorantim Cimentos North America (VCNA).

As the North American operations of Votorantim Cimentos, a global building materials and sustainability solutions leader in 11 countries, we are helping to make a positive impact and are transforming our world. We have a culture built on solid partnerships, long-lasting relationships, and opportunities for those who want to learn, grow and be part of a diverse and dynamic culture.

With solutions that include cement, ready-mix concrete and aggregates, we help to build homes, highways, hospitals, buildings, bridges, and schools across the Canadian and U.S. Great Lakes region and Northeast United States.

Job Purpose:

The Production Technician is responsible for coordinating, maintaining and monitoring the efficient operation of production processes within the cement factory related to housekeeping, and labour support for other departments when required. This role ensures that production/labour targets are met while adhering to safety and quality standards.

Key Job Functions:

1. Responsible for supervising and coordinating the labour force, including but not limited to Labourers and Service Equipment Operators.
2. Lead, train and evaluate production staff, fostering a positive and productive work environment.
3. Perform routine inspections of completed work schedules/work order within the production department to ensure that Company quality standards and regulatory requirements are being met.
4. Enforce safety protocols and conduct regular safety training sessions.
5. Work closely with plant management team, staying up to date with plant activities, and ensuring that labour activities are in line with overall operations.
6. Support other areas on specific demands for the labour team in line with production and overall plant schedules.
7. Support planned shutdown on equipment cleaning and preparation for internal work.
8. Identify areas for improvement in the production process and implement solutions to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
9. Provide overtime organization or contractor support if necessary, ensuring accurate management of union processes and strong communication with the union.

Know How:

1. Degree of diploma in Engineering, Manufacturing, Mining or other related field preferred or equivalent working experience.
2. Minimum of 3-5 years’ experience in a supervisory role within a manufacturing or production environment, preferably in the cement industry.
3. Knowledge of cement industry process, operations, process control or mining an asset.
4. Knowledge of Health, Safety and Environmental legislative/regulatory requirements.
5. Proven ability to lead and motivate a team, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
6. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
7. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience with SAP, Ariba and other production management software required.

Problem Solving:

This role requires strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on continuous improvement.

Note:

This job description may not cover all duties and requirements and may include additional tasks as assigned by the supervisor.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

1. Being part of VCNA is being part of building famous landmarks.
2. Opportunities to collaborate with teams around the globe and growth opportunities in different areas.
3. Access to Employees Resource Groups (ERGs), including SheBuilds.
4. Competitive wages, vacation and holiday time.
5. Medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance.
6. RRSP and DC (CAN) and 401K (U.S.).
7. Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
8. Educational scholarship program for dependents of regular salaried employees.
9. Fertility drug coverage.
10. Paid Maternity Leave Top Up.
11. Hybrid work model for certain positions.

OUR PEOPLE

We care about people - all people. At VCNA, we take safety, health and wellness seriously. We're dedicated to giving our employees a safe workplace, our neighbors a safe environment and our customers a high-quality and safe product.

INCLUSION AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT

We have a results-oriented culture that values being open, honest, and authentic. We are continually expanding our diverse and inclusive team by providing opportunities for everyone.