Heidelberg Materials North America
A leading supplier of construction materials, focusing on cement, concrete, aggregates, and innovative solutions.
Plant Operator I
Operate and monitor plant equipment, perform inspections/maintenance, and ensure safe production.
Job Highlights
About the Role
The Aggregates Plant Operator I will operate and monitor plant equipment to support safe and efficient production, perform routine inspections and basic maintenance, and assist with material handling tasks such as loading and unloading. Maintaining clean and organized work areas and following safety protocols are essential parts of the role, as is contributing to continuous improvement initiatives. • Operate and monitor plant equipment to ensure safe, efficient production. • Perform routine inspections, basic maintenance, and assist with material handling. • Maintain clean, organized work areas and support continuous improvement. • Learn equipment operation safely and troubleshoot issues effectively. • Work in conditions involving moving equipment, weather extremes, and high noise.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸plant operation
- ▸equipment monitoring
- ▸routine inspection
- ▸basic maintenance
- ▸material handling
- ▸troubleshooting
What You Bring
Successful candidates should be able to learn and operate plant equipment safely, demonstrate strong attention to detail for equipment monitoring and troubleshooting, and show a dependable, adaptable approach to varied tasks. Effective communication, teamwork, and a commitment to safety and established procedures are also required. Applicants must complete a post‑offer physical examination, drug/alcohol screening, and background check; some positions may require FMCSA‑regulated ongoing testing. The work environment includes moving mechanical equipment, inclement weather, heat, cold, humidity, and elevated noise levels. • Adhere to safety protocols and demonstrate strong attention to detail. • Communicate clearly and collaborate well within a team environment. • Complete required physical, drug/alcohol screening, and background checks.
Requirements
- ▸safety
- ▸attention detail
- ▸communication
- ▸teamwork
- ▸plant equipment
- ▸fmcsa
Benefits
Compensation ranges from $22.00 to $28.75 per hour, with a 401(k) plan that includes automatic company contributions and matching. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, prescription drug coverage, HSA/HRA/FSA options, disability and life insurance, paid bonding leave, 10 days of vacation, 40 hours of sick leave, and 10 paid holidays. • Earn $22–$28.75 hourly with a 401(k) plan featuring company match. • Receive comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, prescription, HSA/HRA/FSA, disability, and life insurance. • Enjoy paid time off: 10 vacation days, 40 sick hours, 10 holidays, and bonding leave.
Work Environment
Onsite