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Batcher

Strescon Limited3 months ago
Bedford, Nova Scotia
Mid Level
full_time

Top Benefits

Health and dental coverage
Life insurance
RRSP and TFSA options

About the role

About Us JOB DESCRIPTION Established in 1963, Strescon Limited has grown to become the largest precast, pre-stressed concrete manufacturer in Eastern Canada. Its primary market covers the Atlantic Provinces, and the New England region of the United States. Strescon manufactures a wide range of both architectural and structural precast/prestressed concrete products including bridge girders, wall panels, complete parking garages, hollow-core planking, piling and deck slabs. Strescon presently has two facilities: 70,000 sq. ft. in Saint John, New Brunswick and 50,000 sq. ft. In Bedford, Nova Scotia.

In addition to our precast facilities for custom components, Strescon also operates a 32,000 sq. ft. facility in Saint John which manufactures standard concrete products for engineered drainage systems, such as pipe, manholes and catch basins.

Responsibilities

  • Batching concrete using a computerized batching system
  • Managing on hand inventory to meet daily production requirements (cement/aggregates/admixtures)
  • Receiving and entering delivery slips for cementitious materials, aggregates, and admixtures
  • Daily cleaning, inspecting, and maintenance of the batching system and surrounding areas
  • Maintaining a healthy environment with respect to cleanliness, production, and safety
  • Clean out mixer at the end of each batch
  • Other duties as required

Requirements

  • Ability to do manual work such as digging trenches and lifting more than 50lbs
  • Strong work ethic and attention to detail
  • Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment
  • Comfortable with technology such as computers
  • Ability to read and write
  • Familiarity with hand tools such as drills, air chisels, etc.
  • Must be able to work with changing schedules and irregular hours when required
  • Previous labour experience within a concrete industry is an asset

As a member of the OSCO Construction Group, Strescon Limited 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.

About Strescon Limited

Construction
1001-5000

Strescon, a division of the OSCO Construction Group, has been a leader in the precast concrete industry since 1963. As the largest precast prestressed concrete manufacturer in Eastern Canada, we serve markets across Atlantic Canada, the Eastern United States, and Bermuda.

Our extensive range of products includes:

Building Systems: Floor and roof systems, structural solutions, and architectural wall panels. Transportation Infrastructure: Beams, columns, box culverts, and full-depth deck slabs. Environmental Solutions: Precast drainage, environmental products, and large diameter process treatment tanks. Parking Garages: Complete precast solutions for multi-level parking structures. Building Envelope & Cladding Solutions: Insulated wall panels and CarbonCast enclosure systems.

Our Facilities We operate three precast plants in New Brunswick and Nova Scotia. Our Saint John site spans 40 acres and includes a 70,000 sq. ft. heated precast plant and a state-of-the-art pipe plant. Our Halifax site features a 50,000 sq. ft. precast plant on 30 acres. We also have sales offices in Maine and Massachusetts.

Commitment to Quality For over 60 years, Strescon has been dedicated to producing high-quality architectural, structural, and environmental concrete products. We adhere to stringent quality control standards and hold certifications from PCI, CPCI, CWB, ACPA, and CSA.

Innovation and Expertise At Strescon, we pride ourselves on offering value-added services at all stages of the design and construction process. Our team of skilled designers and craftspeople work closely with clients to deliver innovative solutions that save time and money while achieving beautiful results.

Strescon continually invests in the latest equipment and technology to stay ahead of the competition. We embrace change as an opportunity for improvement, supported by continuous employee training and a dedicated IT department.