Concrete Management Trainee

Heidelberg Materials; Houston, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

HSA/HRA/FSA

AD&D and Disability coverage

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials, a global leader in building materials, seeks a trainee to support concrete production processes, quality control, and safety standards. You will work with plant and field teams to support daily operations and logistics.

This role offers hands-on training, mentorship, and opportunities to develop leadership and technical skills as you contribute to inventory management, scheduling, and customer service activities, with exposure to sustainability projects.

Qualifications

• Strong interest in construction materials and operations.
• Ability to learn quickly 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.

Skills

Construction materials

Quick learner

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Safety mindset

Job description

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

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

Company Overview

EIT Zukunft gestalten, Erfolge bauen Heidelberg Materials – dein Sprungbrett in die Zukunft der Baustoffindustrie. Als weltweit führendes Unternehmen der Baubranche stellen wir eines der meistgenutzten Produkte her und ebenen dadurch nicht nur den Weg hin zu einer nachhaltigeren Produktion, sondern auch für deine persönliche Erfolgsgeschichte. Unser mutiger und innovativer Ansatz setzt auf massive CO2-Neutralität, effiziente Recyclingtechnologien und digitale Lösungen – wir setzen Maßstäbe, die die Branche neu definieren. In unserer global vernetzten und regional verwurzelten Gemeinschaft haben deine Ideen die Kraft, den Menschen von morgen ein Leben von morgen zu ermöglichen. Bei uns gestaltest du nicht nur die Zukunft der Branche, sondern auch deine eigene. Packen wir's an! Heidelberg Materials ist einer der weltweit größten integrierten Hersteller von Baustoffen und -lösungen mit führenden Marktpositionen bei Zement, Zuschlagstoffen und Transportbeton. Wir sind mit mehr als 51.000 Beschäftigten an fast 3.000 Standorten in über 50 Ländern vertreten. Im Mittelpunkt unseres Handelns steht die Verantwortung für die Umwelt. Als Vorreiter auf dem Weg zur CO2-Neutralität und Kreislaufwirtschaft in der Baustoffindustrie arbeiten wir an nachhaltigsten Baustoffen und Lösungen für die Zukunft. Unseren Kunden erschließen wir neue Möglichkeiten durch Digitalisierung.