Batch Plant Operator

Heidelberg Materials North America; Town of Phelps (NY); On-site; USD 37,195 - 44,083; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Retirement

Union Benefits

Holidays

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials North America is seeking an Asphalt Plant Operator in the New York area. You will operate and monitor equipment to ensure safe, efficient production and maintain accurate daily logs.

The role requires basic troubleshooting, strict safety adherence, and the ability to work nights and weekends while collaborating with a team across the site. We offer competitive pay and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Ability to operate and learn asphalt plant systems and controls.
• Strong focus on safety practices in a manufacturing setting.
• Capable of basic mechanical troubleshooting and equipment checks.
• Willingness to follow procedures, documentation, and production standards.
• Effective communication and teamwork in a fast-paced site.
• Availability to work nights and weekends as needed.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor asphalt plant equipment to ensure safe and efficient production.
• Perform routine inspections, basic troubleshooting, and adjustments on plant systems.
• Coordinate material flow to meet production demands and quality specifications.
• Complete daily operational logs and communicate issues promptly.
• Support safe work practices, housekeeping, and team collaboration across the site.

Skills

Operate plant equipment

Safety awareness

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Teamwork

Night/weekend availability

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

• Operate and monitor asphalt plant equipment to ensure safe and efficient production
• Perform routine inspections, basic troubleshooting, and adjustments on plant systems
• Coordinate material flow to meet production demands and quality specifications
• Complete daily operational logs and communicate issues promptly
• Support safe work practices, housekeeping, and team collaboration across the site

What Are We Looking For

• Ability to operate and learn plant systems, controls, and related equipment
• Strong awareness of safety practices in industrial or manufacturing settings
• Capability to perform basic mechanical troubleshooting and equipment checks
• Dependability in following procedures, documentation, and production standards
• Effective communication and teamwork skills in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work nights/ weekends as 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

• $27 - $32 per hour plus shift differential
• Benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision and Retirement
• Union paid vacation, sick leave and holidays

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority / Female / Veteran / Disabled