Night Shift Plant Operator

heidelbergmaterials; Eagle Lake (TX); On-site; USD 67,778,000 - 77,146,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan

Medical, Dental, and Vision

HSA/HRA and FSA

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials is seeking a plant operator to safely run and monitor equipment for high-quality sand and gravel production. The role requires follow-through on procedures, basic maintenance, and teamwork in outdoor environments.

Starting pay is $24.00 per hour, with benefits including retirement plan options and comprehensive health coverage. The position involves physical work in an outdoor production setting and adherence to safety and environmental standards.

Qualifications

• Must safely operate, monitor, and troubleshoot plant equipment.
• Strong safety mindset with hazard recognition and communication.
• Mechanical aptitude for basic maintenance and inspections.
• Ability to follow procedures, instructions, and adapt to changing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor plant equipment to produce sand and gravel.
• Perform routine inspections and assist with basic maintenance.
• Monitor material flow, conveyors, screens, crushers, and related equipment.
• Maintain clean, organized work areas and follow safety procedures.
• Collaborate with team to meet production goals and maintain safe operations.

Skills

Safety mindset

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Communication

Dependability

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

• Operate and monitor plant equipment to safely produce high-quality sand and gravel products.
• Perform routine equipment inspections, identify potential issues, and assist with basic maintenance and repairs.
• Monitor material flow, conveyors, screens, crushers, and other processing equipment to support efficient production.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas while following established safety, environmental, and operational procedures.
• Collaborate with team members to meet production goals and maintain safe, reliable plant operations.

What Are We Looking For

• Ability to safely operate, monitor, and troubleshoot plant and mobile equipment while following established procedures.
• Strong safety mindset with the ability to recognize hazards, communicate concerns, and take appropriate action.
• Mechanical aptitude with the ability to perform routine inspections, basic maintenance, and minor equipment adjustments.
• Ability to communicate effectively, work collaboratively, follow instructions, and adapt to changing operational priorities.
• Dependability and willingness to work in a hands‑on, outdoor production environment.

Conditions of Employment

Successful candidate must submit to post‑offer pre‑employment physical examination, post‑offer drug screen, and background check.

Physical Demands of the Job

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods and frequently bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and reach while performing job duties.
• Ability to safely climb stairs and ladders and access elevated work areas and plant equipment.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds as needed to perform essential job functions.
• Ability to use hand and power tools and perform repetitive physical tasks associated with plant operations, inspections, cleanup, and basic maintenance.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work for extended periods while maintaining safe work practices in varying plant and outdoor conditions.

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

• Starting Pay $24.00 per hour DOE
• 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

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