Plant Operator

Heidelberg Materials North America; North Bend (WA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits

Paid leave

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials North America is seeking a plant operator to support daily production goals by safely operating equipment and monitoring processes. You will troubleshoot issues, communicate maintenance needs, and maintain a safe, clean work environment on site.

The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and adherence to procedures, with a competitive hourly pay range and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Ability to safely operate, monitor, and troubleshoot industrial equipment.
• Strong commitment to safety and environmental compliance.
• Ability to work in a team and communicate clearly.
• Willingness to learn plant processes and operating systems.
• Dependable, self-motivated with adaptability to changing schedules.

Responsibilities

• Operate plant equipment safely and efficiently to support daily production goals.
• Monitor plant processes and perform routine inspections to maintain product quality.
• Troubleshoot operational issues and communicate maintenance needs promptly.
• Perform housekeeping and general plant duties to maintain a safe work environment.
• Follow all safety, environmental, and operational procedures while contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Operate equipment

Safety awareness

Team communication

Mechanical aptitude

Adaptability

Job description

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.

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 plant equipment safely and efficiently to support daily production goals.
• Monitor plant processes and perform routine inspections to maintain product quality.
• Troubleshoot operational issues and communicate maintenance needs promptly.
• Perform housekeeping and general plant duties to maintain a safe work environment.
• Follow all safety, environmental, and operational procedures while contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.

What Are We Looking For

• Demonstrated ability to safely operate, monitor, and troubleshoot industrial equipment.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety, operational excellence, and environmental compliance.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and communicate clearly with coworkers and supervisors.
• Mechanical aptitude with the capability to learn plant processes, equipment, and operating systems.
• Dependable, self-motivated individual who can adapt to changing priorities and work schedules.

Conditions of Employment

• Successful candidate must submit to post-offer pre-employment physical examination, drug/alcohol screen, and background check.
• Some positions require FMCSA regulated ongoing drug and alcohol testing.
• Applicants must be 18 years of age or older to apply. Verification of age will be required as a condition of employment.

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

• $31.23 to $48.46 per hour.
• 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

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.