HMA Plant Operator II

Heidelberg Materials North America; Harmonville (PA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Union pension

Union paid vacation

Sick leave

Holidays

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials North America is seeking a hands-on Asphalt Plant Labor role based in Harmonville, PA. You will support daily plant operations, assist with maintenance, monitor material flow, and help maintain a safe, productive work environment.

Ideal candidates are safety-conscious, quick learners, and ready to operate alongside plant teams to meet production goals. Union benefits and a structured work setting are provided.

Qualifications

• 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.

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

Heavy equipment familiarity

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Reliability

Adaptability

Communication

Job description

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

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.