Equipment Operator

01604 HM Pacific Northwest, Inc.; Gold Bar (WA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Pension

Union benefits

Paid vacation/holidays

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials North America in Gold Bar, WA seeks an experienced operational/industrial engineer to lead daily plant engineering activities, analyze processes and data, and drive safe, efficient performance. You will collaborate with operations, maintenance and safety teams to drive continuous improvement initiatives and support upgrades, modifications, and capital projects.

The role requires strong problem solving, cross-functional collaboration and a solid command of engineering tools

Qualifications

• Demonstrated capability in operational or industrial engineering within heavy manufacturing or industrial environments.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to analyze data and translate insights into action.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across functional teams and operational levels.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Proficiency with engineering tools, systems, and technical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support daily operational engineering activities to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable plant performance.
• Analyze processes, equipment, and production data to identify opportunities for improvement and optimization.
• Collaborate with operations, maintenance, and safety teams to drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support project planning and execution, including upgrades, modifications, and capital improvements.
• Ensure engineering practices align with operational, safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.

Skills

Operational engineering

Industrial engineering

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Safety mindset

Documentation

Job description

Line of Business: AggregatesAbout UsHeidelberg 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 DoingLead and support daily operational engineering activities to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable plant performanceAnalyze processes, equipment, and production data to identify opportunities for improvement and optimizationCollaborate with operations, maintenance, and safety teams to drive continuous improvement initiativesSupport project planning and execution, including upgrades, modifications, and capital improvementsEnsure engineering practices align with operational, safety, environmental, and regulatory standardsWhat Are We Looking ForDemonstrated capability in operational or industrial engineering within heavy manufacturing or industrial environmentsStrong problem-solving skills with the ability to analyze data and translate insights into actionAbility to collaborate effectively across functional teams and operational levelsCommitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvementProficiency with engineering tools, systems, and technical documentationConditions of EmploymentSuccessful candidate must submit to post-offer pre-employment physical examination, drug/alcohol screen, and background checkSome positions require FMCSA regulated ongoing drug and alcohol testingApplicants must be 18 years of age or older to apply. Verification of age will be required as a condition of employment.Work EnvironmentRole operates primarily in environments where the conditions include moving mechanical equipment, inclement weather, heat, cold, humidity, and elevated noise levelWhat We Offer$47.35 to $47.35 per hourBenefits through the Union for Medical, Dental, Vision and PensionUnion paid vacation, sick leave and holidaysEqual Opportunity Employer - Minority / Female / Veteran / DisabledAs 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.