Performance Improvement Manager - Ready Mix

50092 Heidelberg Materials US, Inc.; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 136,000 - 181,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Medical, Dental, Vision

Paid time off

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials is seeking a seasoned Ready-Mix technical leader to drive performance improvements across North America. The role involves analyzing QC data, batch records, and mix designs to pinpoint trends and root causes, then translating findings into actionable plans with regional teams.

With 5+ years in concrete materials, you will shape the NAM materials strategy, strengthen KPIs, and lead corrective actions to improve quality, cost-to-produce, and efficiency across office, plant,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field; equivalent Ready-Mix technical experience considered.
• 5+ years in Ready-Mix, concrete materials, technical services, quality, mix design or related environments.
• Strong analytical skills to evaluate data, identify trends, and drive data-based decisions.

Responsibilities

• Lead Ready-Mix performance initiatives across NAM (North America).
• Analyze QC results, batch data, mix designs and test results to identify trends and root causes.
• Lead root-cause analysis on technical and operational performance issues and implement actions.
• Develop NAM Ready-Mix materials strategy with quality discipline and performance routines.
• Collaborate with regional teams to translate findings into practical actions and measurable results.

Skills

Data analysis

Root cause analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Line of Business: Service & Support Pay Range: $136,030.00 - $181,363.32

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 Ready-Mix technical and materials performance improvement initiatives across NAM (North America). Identify and prioritize high-impact opportunities related to mix performance, quality consistency, materials usage, batching discipline, production process control, and cost-to-produce. Translate field observations, QC results, batch data, mix-design information, and operational performance indicators into clear, actionable improvement plans. Analyze large datasets from QC systems, batch systems, tickets, mix designs, and test results to identify trends, exceptions, root causes, and improvement opportunities. Lead root-cause analysis on technical and operational performance issues, including strength variability, overdesign, slump / air consistency, water demand, aggregate moisture, batching accuracy, sequencing, mixing practices, testing practices, and corrective actions. Support the development and execution of the NAM Ready-Mix materials strategy, including mix optimization, technical standards, quality discipline, and performance routines. Partner with regional quality, operations, commercial, and plant teams to convert technical findings into practical actions and measurable results. Strengthen the Performance Management Program by building better KPIs, control limits, action triggers, follow-up discipline, and accountability around technical and materials performance. Act as a trusted technical advisor to regional and NAM leadership, constructively challenging assumptions and helping raise performance expectations. Support adoption of tools and technologies that improve quality visibility, mix performance, batching discipline, and technical decision-making.

What Are We Looking For

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Materials Science, Concrete Technology, Construction Materials, Engineering, or a related field preferred; equivalent Ready-Mix technical experience considered. 5+ years of experience in Ready-Mix, concrete materials, technical services, quality, mix design, batching, or related construction-materials environments. Strong knowledge of Ready-Mix performance drivers, including mix design, raw materials, batching, strength, durability, quality, and consistency. Experience leveraging technical expertise to improve operational performance, customer outcomes, cost management, and profitability. Strong analytical skills with the ability to evaluate data, identify trends, manage performance metrics, and drive data-based decisions. Proven ability to lead root-cause analysis, implement corrective actions, and drive measurable continuous improvement. Effective communicator and influencer with the ability to collaborate across quality, operations, sales, leadership, and regional teams in a matrixed environment. Strong preference for candidates located in or willing to relocate to the DFW area; however, exceptional candidates based in other major markets will also be considered.

Work Environment

This is a NAM role operating across office, plant, lab, and field environments, with regular exposure to Ready-Mix technical and operational processes. The position will require travel to operating locations and time at Ready-Mix plants, labs, and field locations, following all safety and environmental protocols.

What We Offer

Competitive base salary, 401(k) retirement savings plan with an automatic company contribution as well as matching contributions, highly competitive benefits programs, including: Opportunities for professional growth and development within a global organization A collaborative, inclusive work environment focused on safety and innovation 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, 15 days of Paid Vacation, 40 hours of Paid Sick Leave and 10 Paid Holidays 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority / Female / Veteran / Disabled

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.