Optimization Specialist II - HROC

51905 HROC LLC; East Columbia (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

HSA

HRA

FSA

Paid vacation

Paid sick leave

Life Insurance

Disability coverage

401(k) with match

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials operates a Remote Optimization Center in Dallas to monitor and control cement production. The role supports safe, continuous plant operations with a focus on product quality and environmental compliance.

The candidate will review equipment, alarms, and process parameters while collaborating with maintenance, engineering, and production teams. A BS/Engineering in relevant fields is required, with travel within the US/Canada as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science/Engineering in Chemical, Industrial, or Manufacturing.
• Experience operating a cement plant in a 24/7 environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and control the cement manufacturing process from the Remote Optimization Center in Dallas.
• Review equipment status, parameters, and alarms to keep operations within SOPs.
• Ensure safe, continuous plant operations, maintain product quality, and comply with environmental regulations.
• Identify and troubleshoot issues, minimize downtime with plant and HROC teams.
• Maintain records of process parameters and readings for trend analysis.

Skills

Cement plant operation

Control room experience

Decision making

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

BS/Engineering in Chemical/Industrial/Manufacturing

Tools

Process control systems

Job description

Line of Business: Service & Support

About Us Heidelberg Materials is one of the largest suppliers of building materials worldwide. In North America, the company operates more than 450 locations throughout the United States and Canada, employing approximately 9,000 people.

What You'll Be Doing

• Monitor and control the cement manufacturing process from the Remote Optimization Center, based in Dallas, Texas.
• Review equipment status, process parameters, and alarms to ensure the plant operates within defined parameters and adheres to standard operating procedures.
• Ensure safe and continuous plant operations, maintaining product quality, and complying with environmental regulations. This is achieved through close coordination with plant personnel and other HROC staff.
• Identify and troubleshoot process and equipment issues, resolving them promptly by collaborating with plant and HROC teams to minimize downtime and production losses.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of process parameters, equipment readings, and operational activities. These records support the analysis of operational data to detect trends, inefficiencies, and opportunities for improvement.

What Are We Looking For

• Proven ability to safely operate a cement plant in a 24/7 environment, with extensive control room experience, disciplined decision making, strong understanding of kiln and mill processes, and familiarity with process control systems required to remotely operate a complex plant.
• Bachelor of Science/Engineering degree, preferably in Chemical, Industrial, or Manufacturing. Technical certifications or vocational training in process operations or a related field may be substituted for a degree.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy and precision.
• Excellent communication and the ability to collaborate effectively with maintenance, engineering, and production personnel.
• Ability to work 12-hour rotating shifts including nights, and weekends.
• Ability to travel within the United States and Canada as required.

What We Offer

• Competitive base salary ranging from $84,900 to $113,193, and participation in our annual incentive plan.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with an automatic company contribution as well as matching contributions.

Highly competitive benefits programs are offered, including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage along with Prescription Drug Benefits.
• Health 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, 15 days of Paid Vacation and 40 hours of Paid Sick Leave.

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.