Aggregates Management Trainee

50061 Heidelberg Materials Southwest Agg LLC; Chico (TX); On-site; USD 69,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) plan

HSA

HRA

FSA

Life Insurance

Bonding Leave

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials is seeking a program participant to gain hands-on experience in aggregate production operations and quarry management in the United States. You will work under experienced managers to learn mine planning, safety, and environmental compliance while contributing to daily operations and special projects.

The role emphasizes developing strong analytical and problem-solving skills, effective communication, and teamwork in a fast-paced industrial setting with exposure to heavy

Qualifications

• Graduating seniors with a degree in Mining, Civil, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, or Business Management or internal employees with basic industry knowledge.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Participate in a defined program where you can apply your knowledge, experience, and education.
• Assist in managing daily operations of aggregate production in quarry or sand & gravel.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations and company policies.
• Engage in special projects and learn Mine Planning, Operations Optimization, Quality Control, and Maintenance.
• Operate heavy equipment and support sales, safety, and environmental initiatives.

Skills

Strong analytical

Problem solving

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Mining Engineering

Civil Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Business Management

Job description

Line of Business: Aggregates Pay Range: $68,550.00 - $91,409.99

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

Participate in a defined program where you can apply your knowledge, experience, and education. Assist in managing daily operations of aggregate production. Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations, as well as company policies and procedures. Engage in special projects that vary in scope and size, working alongside some of the industry’s best and brightest managers. Learn all aspects of managing a quarry or sand & gravel operation, including Mine Planning, Operations Optimization, Quality Control, Sales, Maintenance, Operating Heavy Equipment, Safety, and more.

What Are We Looking For

Graduating seniors with a degree in Mining, Civil, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, or Business Management OR current internal employees with basic industry knowledge, pursuing leadership roles. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication and teamwork abilities. Ability to adapt to a fast-paced environment and demonstrate flexibility. Commitment to safety and environmental standards.

Work Environment

Exposure to outdoor and industrial environments. Hands-on training and mentorship. Opportunities for career growth and advancement.

Physical Demands

Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds. Frequent standing, walking, and climbing. Exposure to varying weather conditions. Ability to operate heavy machinery and equipment. Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.

What We Offer

Competitive base salary.

401(k) retirement savings plan with an automatic company contribution as well as matching contributions.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision along with Prescription Drug Benefits
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability Coverage as well as Basic Life Insurance
• Paid Bonding Leave
• 15 days of Paid Vacation
• 40 hours of Paid Sick Leave
• 10 Paid Holidays

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority / Female / Veteran / Disabled #EIT Shaping the future, building successes Heidelberg Materials - your springboard into the future of the construction materials industry.

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.