What are the responsibilities and job description for the Plant Operator position at Heidelberg Materials North America?
About Us
Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest suppliers of building materials. Heidelberg Materials North America operates over 450 locations across the U.S. and Canada with approximately 9,000 employees.
What You'll Be Doing
Req ID JR10016903
As part of our hiring process, we may use AI-assisted tools to support the screening and evaluation of candidate applications and interviews. These tools help streamline the initial assessment, but all decisions about candidate advancement are made by human recruiters and hiring managers. While technology supports early steps, every interview will be handled by experienced recruiters and hiring managers to provide a personal touch.
Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest suppliers of building materials. Heidelberg Materials North America operates over 450 locations across the U.S. and Canada with approximately 9,000 employees.
What You'll Be Doing
- Operate and monitor fixed plant and processing equipment, including crushers, screens, wash plants, and filter press plants, to ensure safe and efficient production
- Perform routine inspections, preventive maintenance, and basic troubleshooting to maximize equipment reliability and minimize downtime
- Adjust operating controls and process settings to optimize product quality, production targets, and plant performance
- Maintain strict safety compliance while following all environmental, operational, and company procedures
- Communicate effectively with team members to coordinate work activities and resolve operational issues
- Experience safely operating industrial, aggregate, or processing plant equipment with a strong commitment to safety and compliance
- Knowledge of fixed plant and processing machinery, including crushers, screens, wash plants, and filter press plants
- Experience performing routine preventive maintenance, inspections, and basic mechanical troubleshooting
- Hands-on experience with heavy mobile equipment such as loaders, haul trucks, excavators, and water trucks is preferred; candidates willing to learn are encouraged to apply
- Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to work independently, collaborate with a team, and adapt to changing operational needs
- Successful candidate must submit to post-offer pre-employment physical examination, drug/alcohol screen, and background check
- Some positions require FMCSA regulated ongoing drug and alcohol testing
- Applicants must be 18 years of age or older to apply. Verification of age will be required as a condition of employment
- Role operates primarily in environments where the conditions include moving mechanical equipment, inclement weather, heat, cold, humidity, and elevated noise level.
- Able to work morning, afternoon and some nights when needed
- $32.00 to $42.00 per hour
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with an automatic company contribution as well as matching contributions
- Highly competitive benefits programs, including:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision along with Prescription Drug Benefits
- Health Saving Savings Account (HSA), Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability Coverage as well as Basic Life Insurance
- Paid Bonding Leave, 10 days of Paid Vacation, 40 hours of Paid Sick Leave and 10 Paid Holidays
Req ID JR10016903
As part of our hiring process, we may use AI-assisted tools to support the screening and evaluation of candidate applications and interviews. These tools help streamline the initial assessment, but all decisions about candidate advancement are made by human recruiters and hiring managers. While technology supports early steps, every interview will be handled by experienced recruiters and hiring managers to provide a personal touch.
Salary : $32 - $42