Concrete Management Trainee

Heidelberg Materials North America; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

401(k) plan

Medical coverage

HSA/HRA/FSA

AD&D & disability

Paid vacation

Paid sick leave

Paid holidays

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials North America is seeking a trainee to learn concrete production processes, ensure quality control, and uphold safety standards. You will collaborate with plant and field teams to support daily operations and logistics, and assist in inventory, scheduling, and customer service activities.

This role offers hands-on mentorship, cross-functional project exposure, and development of leadership and technical skills in a dynamic materials environment.

Qualifications

• Strong interest in construction materials and operations.
• Ability to learn quickly and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving mindset.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Learn and apply concrete production processes, quality control, and safety standards.
• Collaborate with plant and field teams to support daily operations and logistics.
• Assist in managing inventory, scheduling, and customer service activities.
• Participate in cross-functional projects to improve efficiency and sustainability.
• Develop leadership and technical skills through hands-on training and mentorship.

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.

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

• Learn and apply concrete production processes, quality control, and safety standards.
• Collaborate with plant and field teams to support daily operations and logistics.
• Assist in managing inventory, scheduling, and customer service activities.
• Participate in cross-functional projects to improve efficiency and sustainability.
• Develop leadership and technical skills through hands-on training and mentorship.

What Are We Looking For

• Strong interest in construction materials and operations.
• Ability to learn quickly and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving mindset.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Work Environment

This role involves both office and field work, including time spent at concrete plants and construction sites. Candidates should be comfortable working in outdoor environments and around heavy equipment.

Physical Demands

• Ability to stand, walk, and move around construction sites and production facilities for extended periods.
• Capability to lift and carry materials or equipment up to 50 pounds.
• Tolerance for working in varying weather conditions including heat, cold, and rain.
• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) such as hard hats, safety glasses, gloves, and steel-toed boots.
• Occasional climbing, bending, and kneeling may be 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 Saving 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

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Minimum Pay Rate: 75,410.00

Maximum Pay Rate: 100,550.00