Plant Operator

Heidelberg Materials; Wolcott (CT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) with company match

HSA/HRA/FSA

Paid leave & holidays

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials North America is seeking a plant operator in the Aggregates line of business. You will operate and monitor plant equipment to maintain safe, efficient production and perform routine inspections, making adjustments as needed.

We value attention to detail, mechanical aptitude, and strong teamwork, with flexibility to cover varying schedules. The role offers competitive benefits, a 401(k) plan, generous leave, and an hourly wage of $22–$25.

Qualifications

• Experience safely operating industrial equipment.
• Strong attention to detail with safety focus.
• Mechanical aptitude with problem-solving ability.
• Willing to work collaboratively in a team.
• Flexibility to work varying schedules as needed.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor plant equipment to maintain safe, efficient production.
• Perform routine inspections and make operational adjustments as needed.
• Identify and report equipment or process issues promptly.
• Support housekeeping and material handling activities across the plant.
• Follow all safety, environmental, and operational procedures.

Skills

Operate equipment

Attention to detail

Mechanical aptitude

Teamwork

Schedule flexibility

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 maintain safe, efficient production
• Perform routine inspections and make operational adjustments as needed
• Identify and report equipment or process issues promptly
• Support housekeeping and material handling activities across the plant
• Follow all safety, environmental, and operational procedures

What Are We Looking For

• Ability to safely operate industrial equipment and follow procedures
• Strong attention to detail with a focus on quality and safety
• Mechanical aptitude and problem‑solving capability
• Willingness to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Flexibility to work varying schedules as operational needs require

Conditions of Employment

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

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

• $22- $25 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, 56 hours of Paid Sick Leave and 10 Paid Holidays

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority / Female / Veteran / Disabled