Plant Manager III

Heidelberg Materials North America; New York (NY); On-site; USD 98,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company contributions

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

HSA/HRA/FSA programs

Paid vacation and sick leave

Paid holidays

Basic life insurance and AD&D

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials North America is seeking a Plant Manager to lead the safe, productive operation of the Schoharie Quarry and oversee two asphalt plants and a regional stripping crew. The role emphasizes driving performance, developing teams, and delivering continuous improvement across multiple units.

You will manage budgets, resources, and plans to meet business and customer needs, partner with leadership to achieve financial goals, and travel between local sites in a heavy industrial

Qualifications

• Lead safe, efficient, and compliant operations across quarry, asphalt, and stripping activities.
• Develop and coach teams while fostering accountability and a strong safety culture.
• Drive production, maintenance, and improvement initiatives to boost site performance.
• Manage budgets, resources, and operational plans to meet business needs.
• Partner with leadership to achieve operational and financial goals.

Responsibilities

• Lead safe, efficient, and compliant operations across quarry, asphalt, and stripping activities.
• Develop and coach teams while fostering accountability and a strong safety culture.
• Drive production, maintenance, and continuous improvement initiatives to improve site performance.
• Manage budgets, resources, and operational plans to meet business and customer needs.
• Partner with leadership and support teams to achieve operational and financial goals.

Skills

Leadership

Safety leadership

Budget management

Continuous improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

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.

Position Overview

The Plant Manager is responsible for leading the safe, productive, and profitable operation of the Schoharie Quarry while providing oversight for two asphalt plants and a regional stripping crew, driving operational performance, employee development, and continuous improvement across multiple business units.

What You'll Be Doing

• Lead safe, efficient, and compliant operations across quarry, asphalt, and stripping activities.
• Develop and coach teams while fostering accountability and a strong safety culture.
• Drive production, maintenance, and continuous improvement initiatives to improve site performance.
• Manage budgets, resources, and operational plans to meet business and customer needs.
• Partner with leadership and support teams to achieve operational and financial goals.

What We Are Looking For

• Strong leadership experience in aggregates, mining, asphalt, cement, or construction materials.
• Proven ability to lead teams, drive accountability, and improve operational performance.
• Strong understanding of operational, maintenance, and production processes within building materials operations.
• Experience managing budgets, performance metrics, and continuous improvement efforts.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety and regulatory compliance.
• Bachelor's degree preferred; equivalent industry experience will be considered.

Work Environment

• Based at the Schoharie Quarry with oversight of multiple operations.
• On-site role in a heavy industrial environment with exposure to outdoor weather conditions, dust, noise, vibration, and moving equipment.
• Frequent travel between local operating sites.
• PPE required in operational areas.

What We Offer

• $97,710-$130,000/yr base salary and company bonus plan
• 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 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, 56 hours of Paid Sick Leave and 10 Paid Holidays

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.