Assistant Plant Manager (Aggregates)

50061 Heidelberg Materials Southwest Agg LLC; Gordon (TX); On-site; USD 78,000 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision

401(k) with company contributions and

HSA/HRA/FSA

AD&D and disability coverage

Paid bonding leave

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials in Gordon, Texas is seeking a Quarry Operations Manager to oversee daily rock quarry operations, drive production toward 1.2 million tons per year, and ensure compliance with environmental rules and company policies.

The role requires strong leadership, safety focus, and cross‑department coordination; offers a base salary of $85,000 to $95,000 plus annual incentives and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Background in aggregates or building materials.
• Five years of aggregates operations management experience.
• Advanced understanding of geology, mining methods, and regulations.
• Proven leadership skills managing multiple, diverse teams.
• Entrepreneurial thinking and business opportunity identification.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the rock quarry in Gordon, TX to ensure efficiency and productivity.
• Achieve a production volume of 1.2 million tons per year while ensuring compliance with environmental regulations and company policies.
• Implement and monitor safety protocols to maintain a safe working environment.
• Coordinate with various departments to optimize production and meet quality standards.
• Manage inventory and ensure timely delivery of materials.
• Lead and develop a team to achieve operational goals and continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Problem solving

Communication

Plant operations

Safety regulations

Adaptability

Education

Background in aggregates/building materials

5 years aggregates ops management

Geology/mining knowledge

Job description

Line of Business: Aggregates Pay Range: $78,170.00 – $104,216.66

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

• Oversee daily operations of the rock quarry in Gordon, Texas to ensure efficiency and productivity.
• Achieve a production volume of 1.2 million tons per year while ensuring compliance with environmental regulations and company policies.
• Implement and monitor safety protocols to maintain a safe working environment.
• Coordinate with various departments to optimize production and meet quality standards.
• Manage inventory and ensure timely delivery of materials.
• Lead and develop a team to achieve operational goals and continuous improvement.

What Are We Looking For

• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of plant operations and safety regulations.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work under pressure.

Qualification Requirements

• Background in aggregates or building materials
• Five years of aggregates operations management experience.
• Advanced understanding of geology, mining methods, and regulations.
• Proven leadership skills managing multiple, diverse teams.
• Entrepreneurial thinking and business opportunity identification.

Work Environment

• Fast-paced and dynamic work environment.
• Exposure to outdoor elements and varying weather conditions.
• Collaborative team setting with opportunities for growth and development.

Physical Demands

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Frequent standing, walking, and climbing.
• Exposure to loud noises and dusty environments.
• Ability to operate heavy machinery and equipment.

What We Offer

$85,000-$95,000 base salary and participation in our annual incentive plan.

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) 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

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.