Industrial Engineer - Ready Mix

About Us

Following a significant expansion, the OSCO Construction Group rebranded its ready-mix concrete operations as OSCO Concrete in 2009, making it one of the largest ready-mix players in the Atlantic Region, operating the largest pump fleet, in both number and size. OSCO Concrete has been supplying ready-mix concrete to the Saint John region since 1968 using a large fleet of modern, concrete mixer trucks.  

Job Summary

The Industrial Engineer will play a key role in optimizing production and facility maintenance operations across ready-mix concrete plants throughout the Atlantic provinces. This role combines industrial engineering principles with hands-on plant, project and asset management. The Industrial Engineer will handle day-to-day facility operations, supporting various departments, maintaining records, conducting inspections, and ensuring compliance with regulations to create a safe and productive work environment. The ideal candidate will bring sound technical knowledge of building systems and plant equipment, an organized approach, and a strong focus on reliability, efficiency, and adherence to quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for planning and implementing a variety of projects, including building repairs, both planned and unplanned maintenance, and installation of new equipment

• Creating and maintaining electronic libraries of facilities and equipment information 

• Design and implement preventative maintenance programs and inspection protocols for plant equipment assets

• Obtain pricing for facility improvement items and equipment, writing material and service requisitions 

• Coordinate repair activities with internal maintenance teams and external vendors to ensure minimal disruption to operations

• Assist in developing and managing maintenance and capital budgets, including forecasting for equipment replacement / rebuilds and upgrades

• Monitor industry trends in concrete production and; recommend upgrades and technology improvements

• Conduct time and workflow studies to optimize plant throughput, truck dispatching, and personnel utilization

• Maintain process documentation and share performance insights with plant managers and operations leadership

• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements

• Additional duties as assigned

Technical Requirements

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

• Strong knowledge of production machinery, processes, and standards

• Proficiency in programs such as Microsoft Office 365, [CY1] , with exposure to other engineering related Manufacturing Resource Planning (“MRP”) software being an asset

• Previous experience in construction / manufacturing considered an asset

Business Requirements

• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills

• Experience with time management and creating Key Performance Indicators (“KPI’s”) 

• Desire to work well in a fast-paced, deadline-driven, and customer-focused environment

• Ability to travel based on business demands

Cultural Requirements

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with individuals 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, OSCO Concrete offers a comprehensive compensation package including health and dental coverage, life insurance, RRSP and tax-free savings account options. Additionally, we offer educational bursaries to children of employees, health & wellness programming, celebratory events and employee sport team sponsorships.  

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.