Aggregates Management Trainee

50061 Heidelberg Materials Southwest Agg LLC; Lake Bridgeport (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision

HSA/HRA/FSA

AD&D and Life Insurance

Paid bonding leave

Paid vacation

Paid sick leave

Paid holidays

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials Southwest Agg LLC is offering a structured program for graduates to apply their engineering or business education in the aggregates sector. You will participate in daily quarry operations, safety compliance, and cross-functional projects under experienced managers.

This opportunity covers Mine Planning, Operations Optimization, Quality Control, Sales, and heavy equipment operations, fostering leadership and practical expertise across the production lifecycle.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Participate in a defined program applying knowledge, experience, and education.
• Assist in managing daily operations of aggregate production.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations and company policies.
• Learn Mine Planning, Operations Optimization, Quality Control, Sales, Maintenance, and operating heavy equipment.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree (Mining/Civil/Mechanical/Electrical Eng or Business)

Job description

Line of Business: Aggregates Pay Range: $75,410.00 - $100,549.99

Job Description

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.

• Highly competitive benefits programs, including: Medical, Dental, and Vision along with Prescription Drug Benefits.
• Health 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, 15 days of Paid Vacation, 40 hours of Paid Sick Leave, and 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.

Company Vision

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.