Crusher Plant Operator

Heidelberg Materials; New York, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan with company-mæ

Medical, Dental, and Vision + HSAs

Paid vacation and sick leave

Paid holidays

Life Insurance and disability coverage

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials North America operates across the U.S. and Canada with thousands of employees and locations. We are seeking an on-site equipment operator to run crushing equipment safely, monitor performance, and support maintenance activities to meet production targets.

The role emphasizes safety, continuous improvement, and collaboration in a fast-paced environment. Candidates should be able to identify issues promptly and work well with teams.

Qualifications

• Ability to operate and monitor crushing equipment safely and effectively.
• Strong awareness of safety practices and commitment to following procedures.
• Capability to identify mechanical issues and communicate them promptly.
• Effective teamwork and communication skills in a fast-paced environment.
• Reliability, attention to detail, and readiness to learn plant processes.

Responsibilities

• Operate crushing equipment safely and efficiently to meet production targets.
• Monitor plant performance and make adjustments to maintain material quality
• Perform routine inspections and basic maintenance to ensure reliable operation
• Identify and report equipment issues to minimize downtime
• Follow all safety procedures and contribute to a strong safety culture

Skills

Crushing equipment operation

Safety awareness

Mechanical issue reporting

Teamwork & communication

Reliability & attention to detail

Job description

Line of Business: Other

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 crushing equipment safely and efficiently to meet production targets
• Monitor plant performance and make adjustments to maintain material quality
• Perform routine inspections and basic maintenance to ensure reliable operation
• Identify and report equipment issues to minimize downtime
• Follow all safety procedures and contribute to a strong safety culture

What Are We Looking For

• Ability to operate and monitor crushing equipment safely and effectively
• Strong awareness of safety practices and commitment to following procedures
• Capability to identify mechanical issues and communicate them promptly
• Effective teamwork and communication skills in a fast‑paced environment
• Reliability, attention to detail, and readiness to learn plant processes

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

• $20.00 to $25.00 per hour
• 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 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, 10 days of Paid Vacation, 56 hours of Paid Sick Leave and 10 Paid Holidays

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority / Female / Veteran / Disabled

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-Reduzierung, 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 nachhaltigen Baustoffen und Lösungen für die Zukunft. Unseren Kunden erschließen wir neue Möglichkeiten durch Digitalisierung.