HMA Plant Operator II

heidelbergmaterials; Harmonville (PA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Union medical/dental/vision and plus a

Pension and union vacation/holidays

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials is hiring for an asphalt plant support role. You will assist with daily operations, monitor material flow, and perform basic checks to aid plant efficiency. The job requires using hand tools and coordinating with operators to meet production goals.

The position emphasizes safety, teamwork, and adaptability in a fast-paced environment, with union benefits and standard pre-employment screenings.

Qualifications

• Ability to work safely around heavy equipment and follow established safety procedures.
• Capable of learning plant processes, material flow, and maintenance tasks.
• Strong attention to detail and awareness of changing conditions during plant operation.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Reliability, adaptability, and readiness to take on a variety of tasks in a fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities

• Support daily asphalt plant operations by performing general labor tasks and equipment assistance.
• Monitor material flow, perform basic plant checks, and communicate irregularities to the plant operator.
• Assist with routine maintenance, cleanup, and safe work area organization.
• Use hand tools and support equipment to maintain plant efficiency and reliability.
• Work collaboratively with plant and loader operator teams to meet production goals.

Skills

Safety awareness

Learning plant processes

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

Line of Business: Asphalt

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

• Support daily asphalt plant operations by performing general labor tasks and equipment assistance.
• Monitor material flow, perform basic plant checks, and communicate irregularities to the plant operator.
• Assist with routine maintenance, cleanup, and safe work area organization.
• Use hand tools and support equipment to maintain plant efficiency and reliability.
• Work collaboratively with plant and loader operator teams to meet production goals.

What Are We Looking For

• Ability to work safely around heavy equipment and follow established safety procedures.
• Capability to learn plant processes, material flow, and maintenance tasks.
• Strong attention to detail and awareness of changing conditions during plant operation.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Reliability, adaptability, and readiness to take on a variety of tasks in a fast-paced setting.

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

• $24.61 per hour.
• Benefits through the Union for Medical, Dental, Vision and Pension.
• Union paid vacation, sick leave and holidays.

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority / Female / Veteran / Disabled