About Us
With a solid history dating back to 1958, PreCon Precast Limited (now a member of the OSCO Construction Group) is known as a leading provider of architectural and structural precast concrete solutions with locations in Mississauga and Woodstock. Across Ontario, you will find PreCon precast products and systems used in a variety of construction segments. Our value creation is cultivated by our workforce; a strong team built of Technical Sales, Engineering, Project Management, Production and Field Services. We pride ourselves in being leaders in precast concrete innovation, building more resilient, energy efficient, sustainable, safe and durable structures.
Job Summary
This position is responsible for reviewing and understanding plans and specifications, and ensuring completed work meets the stated requirements. Located at the Woodstock plant, this is a position that requires diligent compliance with safety regulations.
As the Quality Control Specialist, the ideal candidate must be able to read and interpret shop drawings, be detailed, and focus on the task at hand while managing priorities and deadlines. In general, this is a position where guidelines, structure, and established procedures must be followed closely.
In addition to the standard Quality Inspector position, the Quality Control Specialist must have the ability to interpret complex structural drawings and have experience understanding and measuring the setup and reinforcement required for complex concrete products.
Responsibilities
Interpretation of complex engineering drawings: unit drawing, sections, layouts, elevations
Inspection and measurement of intricate formwork, reinforcement, and special hardware
Direct communication with Engineering to review drawing issues causing setup complications
Inspection of intricate hardware with special welding requirements
Casting, testing and inspection of precast concrete structures for bridge girders, wall panels and parking garage components, according to building codes, drawings and specifications
Monitor the manufacturing process for quality and compliance with design and specification requirements
Inspect completed concrete product components to ensure the quality meets engineering design and project requirements
Monitor and perform all concrete tests at plant and on site, as required
Complete lab testing and calibration requirements
Collect and test raw materials
Note and report work that does not meet design requirements
Create and complete project reports; pre-pour, post-pour, stressing reports, NCR reports
Control and maintain project records including engineering drawings, project reports and material test reports
Proactively suggest improvements to current processes
Implement approved corrective actions when required
Work together with Engineering and Drafting departments to review project and design requirements
Communicate effectively with all departments including internal and external customers
Work safely as per company and provincial standards and report any unsafe work
Technical Requirements
Civil / Engineering diploma, or related field
Experience in pre-stressed precast, complex wood and steel forming, CWB welding
Quality Inspector experience in precast concrete materials
Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings and setup requirements
Demonstrated knowledge and hands-on experience with specialized design and drafting software tools including Auto CAD, 3D modelling, experience with Tekla a definite asset
ACI/PCI certifications an asset or willingness to pursue certifications
Business Requirements
Detailed communication with Engineering
Team oriented
High attention to detail
Desire to work well in a fast-paced, deadline-driven, customer-focused environment
Be aware of and comply with all relevant safety policy and procedures
Cultural Requirements
Ability to assume responsibility, interface and communicate effectively with others and demonstrate strong interpersonal skills
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 companies and divisions, serving a growing market area and employing over twelve hundred employees.
Skills Required
- Civil or Engineering diploma or related field
- Experience in pre-stressed precast, complex wood and steel forming
- CWB welding knowledge/experience and ability to inspect welding requirements
- Quality Inspector experience with precast concrete materials
- Ability to read and interpret complex engineering/shop drawings and setup requirements
- Hands-on experience with AutoCAD and 3D modelling software
- Experience with Tekla (definite asset)
- Perform concrete tests, lab testing and calibration, and collect/test raw materials
- ACI/PCI certifications or willingness to pursue them
- Strong communication, team orientation, high attention to detail, and adherence to safety procedures
What We Do
Proudly serving our customers in the Chicagoland area since 1899, Jewel-Osco provides friendly service, quality products and great value. Jewel-Osco operates 188 stores throughout the Chicagoland area, Indiana and Iowa, which is part of a 2,200+ store operation that employs approximately 290,000 people nationwide. All of our stores, no matter what banner they operate under, were founded around the philosophy of offering customers the products they wanted to buy at a fair price, with lots of tender, loving care. We still open our doors every day with that in mind.
