097117 - Loader Operator I

50065 Heidelberg Materials Midwest Agg, Inc.; Francesville (IN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Union medical benefits

Union pension

Vacation & holidays

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials is seeking a hands-on equipment operator to join our plant team. You will operate front-end loaders and other heavy equipment, move materials, load trucks, and help maintain quality standards on site.

The role requires strict safety adherence, reliability, and the ability to work in a dynamic, physical environment with potential exposure to weather and noise. Join a union-backed operation focused on sustainable construction materials.

Qualifications

• Safely operate heavy equipment in production or industrial environments.
• Strong commitment to safety and teamwork, following procedures.
• Adapt to changing priorities in fast-paced settings.
• Mechanical aptitude to identify and communicate equipment concerns.
• Reliable and able to perform physical tasks independently.

Responsibilities

• Operate front-end loaders and heavy equipment to move and stockpile materials.
• Load customer and internal trucks efficiently while maintaining product quality standards.
• Conduct pre-operational inspections and report equipment maintenance needs.
• Maintain safe, clean, and organized work areas per procedures.
• Support plant operations by assisting with production, inventory management, and other tasks.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety minded

Teamwork

Mechanical aptitude

Job description

Line of Business: Aggregates 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

• Operate front-end loaders and heavy equipment to safely move and stockpile materials.
• Load customer and internal trucks efficiently while maintaining product quality standards.
• Conduct pre-operational inspections and report equipment maintenance needs.
• Maintain safe, clean, and organized work areas in accordance with company and site procedures.
• Support plant operations by assisting with production, inventory management, and other assigned tasks.

What Are We Looking For

• Demonstrated ability to safely operate heavy equipment in a production, construction, mining, or industrial environment.
• Strong commitment to safety, teamwork, and following established procedures.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Mechanical aptitude with the capability to identify and communicate equipment concerns.
• Dependable work ethic with the ability to perform physical tasks and work independently when needed.

Conditions of Employment

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.

Work Environment

Role operates primarily in environments where the conditions include moving mechanical equipment, inclement weather, heat, cold, humidity, and elevated noise level.

What We Offer

$30.80 per hour.

• Benefits through the Union for Medical, Dental, Vision and Pension.
• Union paid vacation, sick leave and holidays.

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority / Female / Veteran / Disabled.

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As a globally leading company in the construction sector, we manufacture one of the most widely used products, paving the way not only toward more sustainable production but also toward your personal success story. Our bold and innovative approach focuses on massive CO₂ reduction, efficient recycling technologies, and digital solutions – setting new standards for the industry. In our globally connected and locally rooted community, your ideas have the power to shape a better tomorrow for people. With us, you’re not just shaping the industry’s future; you’re shaping your own. Let’s get to work!

Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest integrated manufacturers of building materials and solutions with leading market positions in cement, aggregates, and ready-mixed concrete. We are represented in more than 50 countries with around 51,000 employees at almost 3,000 locations. At the centre of our actions lies the responsibility for the environment. As the front runner on the path to carbon neutrality and circular economy in the building materials industry, we are working on sustainable building materials and solutions for the future. We enable new opportunities for our customers through digitalisation.