We are proud to partner with Kon Kast, a Kelowna-based precast concrete manufacturer, in their search for a proactive and results-driven Operations Manager. Known for their commitment to quality, safety, and collaboration, Kon Kast is seeking a leader to elevate operational performance across engineering, drafting, production, and quality functions.

If you’re a hands-on, detail-oriented leader who thrives in a manufacturing environment, this is your chance to make a lasting impact. Reporting to the General Manager, you’ll drive day-to-day operations, champion a safety-first culture, and lead continuous improvement to meet customer, schedule, and cost targets.

As the Operations Manager you will:

• Lead daily engineering & operations for a precast manufacturing facility, including design, drafting, quality management, and environmental compliance.
• Build a performance culture; coaching managers/supervisors, setting clear expectations, and fostering accountability and teamwork.
• Establish and monitor KPIs (safety, quality, delivery, cost) and execute lean/continuous-improvement initiatives to optimize throughput and cost.
• Own the Quality Management Program and support/maintain certification readiness (e.g., CSA/CWB); ensure robust inspection, testing, and corrective actions.
• Champion OH&S compliance and drive a “safety first” mindset.
• Oversee scheduling, material usage, workflow, and inventory to meet contract requirements and production plans.
• Provide technical guidance to the engineering team; review/seal shop drawings and ensure accuracy of drawings and change control.
• Partner with production to resolve issues rapidly, improve processes, and balance capacity, service, and cost.
• Support Sales/Estimating with preliminary designs, alternates, feasibility checks, and production methods to strengthen bids.

You and Your Experience:

• Registered Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) with significant experience in precast concrete and/or industrial manufacturing leadership.
• Expert knowledge of relevant design/manufacturing codes; working knowledge of CPCI, CSA, CWB, and ISO standards.
• Proven success leading and mentoring multidisciplinary teams.
• Demonstrated ability to implement lean methodologies, manage KPIs, and deliver measurable improvements in safety, quality, delivery, and cost.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, ERP systems, and design/drafting software; strong command of drawings, specs, and project documents.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to simplify complex issues.
• Strong problem-solving, organization, and time-management skills.
• Collaborative, change-ready leader who builds effective internal/external relationships.

Kon Kast Offers:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Performance & Annual Incentive Plan (AIP)
• A collaborative, respectful, and team-oriented culture
• Professional development and growth opportunities
• Paid company shutdown over the winter holidays 

About Kon Kast:

For over 50 years Kon Kast Concrete Products Inc. has specialized in delivering standard and custom precast products for the Western Canadian market. We have been a leading provider of communication and electrical vaults for the Interior and Northern B.C. for over 35 years and supplied & placed the entire 17,600 pieces of CRB and CMB Concrete Barriers for the Coquihalla Connector Project.

For further information about this career opportunity, please contact Jenessa McCrae at jmccrae@peoplefirsthr.com.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected will be contacted for an interview.