Materials GLDP: Lead Plants Leadership Track

Peckham Industries, Inc.; Westfield (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Materials Graduate Leadership Development Program (GLDP) at Peckham Industries is a structured 18-24 month rotational program designed to develop future leaders within Peckham Industries' materials businesses. Participants rotate through core functional areas including quarry operations, plant administration, environmental compliance, quality control, safety, HMA operations, and sales.

The program combines hands-on field experience, formal training, mentorship, and leadership development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in Mining, Civil, Industrial, or Mechanical Engineering; Construction Management; Business Administration; or a closely related field.
• Minimum GPA of 3.5 or higher preferred
• Excellent listening skills and ability to communicate effectively
• Well organized and efficient time management
• Proficient user of Microsoft products, e.g., Excel, Outlook, Teams, and Word
• Professional verbal and written communication skills
• Well organized with problems solving and adaptability skills
• High degree of accuracy, thoroughness, and attention to detail
• Must have clear driving record and own reliable transportation.
• Legal right to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Participate in rotations across quarry operations, plant administration, quality control, environmental compliance, HMA operations, and sales.
• Support safety programs and regulatory compliance efforts across locations.
• Assist with quarry and mining operations by supporting mine planning, crushing and screening activities, and permitting.
• Engage in hot mix asphalt plant operations, supporting production processes and maintenance.
• Analyze operational data, KPIs, inventory levels, and cost drivers to support continuous improvement.

Skills

Excellent listening skills

Communication skills

Time management

Organized

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mining, Civil, Industrial, or Mechanical Engineering; Construction Management; Business Administration; or a related field

Associate's degree may be considered with strong academic performance and relevant materials, quarry, plant, heavy civil, internship, co-op, or field experience

Tools

Excel

Outlook

Teams

Word

Job description

The Materials Graduate Leadership Development Program (GLDP) at Peckham Industries is a structured 18-24 month rotational program designed to develop future leaders within Peckham Industries' materials businesses. Participants rotate through core functional areas including quarry operations, plant administration, environmental compliance, quality control, safety, HMA operations, and sales.

The program combines hands-on field experience, formal training, mentorship, and leadership development.