Lead Person 2

Heidelberg Materials; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan with company-m;

Health, dental, and vision benefits

Paid vacation and sick leave

Paid holidays

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials is seeking a hands-on operations leader to guide daily production activities and coordinate field crews. You will ensure safety, quality, and efficiency while mentoring teammates on equipment and procedures in a fast-paced environment.

The role emphasizes clear communication across management and crews, with a strong commitment to safety, quality control, and accountability, driving continuous improvements in operations.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience leading teams in a manufacturing/production setting.
• Strong focus on safety, quality, and accountability.
• Clear and confident communication across levels of the organization.
• Proven ability to train and mentor team members on equipment and procedures.
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement and problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations and assign tasks to meet production goals.
• Ensure safety and quality compliance across all work activities.
• Train and mentor team members on equipment, procedures, and best practices.
• Monitor performance and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Serve as point-of-contact between crews and management.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

Safety awareness

Decision making

Mentoring

Job description

Line of Business: Aggregates 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

• Lead daily operations and assign tasks to team members to meet production goals
• Ensure safety and quality compliance across all work activities
• Train and mentor team members on equipment, procedures, and best practices
• Monitor performance and support continuous improvement initiatives
• Serve as point-of-contact between crews and management

What Are We Looking For

• Proven ability to lead teams effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills
• Clear and confident communication across levels
• Demonstrated commitment to safety, quality, and accountability
• Capability to adapt to changing operational needs

Conditions of Employment

Successful candidate must submit to post-offer pre-employment physical examination, drug/alcohol screen, and background check. Must meet Heidelberg Materials safety and attendance standards.

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

$30.00 to $35.00 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 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, 10 days of Paid Vacation, 40 hours of Paid Sick Leave and 10 Paid Holidays

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority / Female / Veteran / Disabled

Shaping the future, building successes Heidelberg Materials – your springboard into the future of the construction materials industry. As a globally leading company in the construction sector, we manufacture one of the most widely used products, paving the way not only toward more sustainable production but also toward your personal success story. Our bold and innovative approach focuses on massive CO₂ reduction, efficient recycling technologies, and digital solutions – setting new standards for the industry. In our globally connected and locally rooted community, your ideas have the power to shape a better tomorrow for people. With us, you’re not just shaping the industry’s future; you’re shaping your own. Let’s get to work! Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest integrated manufacturers of building materials and solutions with leading market positions in cement, aggregates, and ready-mixed concrete. We are represented in more than 50 countries with around 51,000 employees at almost 3,000 locations. At the centre of our actions lies the responsibility for the environment. As the front runner on the path to carbon neutrality and circular economy in the building materials industry, we are working on sustainable building materials and solutions for the future. We enable new opportunities for our customers through digitalisation.