Concrete Management Trainee

Heidelberg Materials; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with match

Medical, dental, and vision

HSA/HRA/FSA

AD&D and disability coverage

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials North America is seeking a motivated trainee to support concrete production, quality control, and logistics at our Houston-area plants. You will work with plant and field teams, learn processes, and gain hands-on experience in a real construction materials environment.

This entry-level role emphasizes safety, continuous improvement, and mentorship as you develop leadership and technical skills through on-the-job training across office and site settings.

Qualifications

• Interest in construction materials and operations.
• Ability to learn quickly and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.

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.

Skills

Construction interest

Fast learner

Communication skills

Safety mindset

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

• Department: Engineering & Operational Excellence
• Position Type: Full time

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.
• 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

• 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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As part of our hiring process, we may use AI-assisted tools to support the screening and evaluation of candidate applications and interviews. These tools help streamline the initial assessment, but all decisions about candidate advancement are made by human recruiters and hiring managers. While technology supports early steps, every interview will be handled by experienced recruiters and hiring managers to provide a personal touch.

Heidelberg Materials provides the materials to build our future. Our future is sustainable. Our future is digital. And it goes beyond cement, aggregates and ready-mixed concrete. Heidelberg Materials North America operates more than 450 locations with approximately 9,000 employees in the U.S. and Canada.