Wet Plant Operator

Lehigh Hanson Inc.; New York, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

HSA/HRA/FSA

Paid time off

Job summary

Lehigh Hanson Inc. is seeking a maintenance professional in New York to operate and monitor wet plant production equipment, ensuring safe, efficient material processing. The role emphasizes routine inspections, prompt communication of maintenance needs, and adherence to safety procedures.

The position supports continuous improvement and requires willingness to learn new processes and plant systems in a fast‑paced environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to safely operate and monitor industrial or mechanical equipment.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and comfort working in a fast‑paced production setting.
• Capacity to follow procedures, prioritize tasks, and maintain attention to detail.
• Commitment to teamwork, communication, and a safety‑first mindset.
• Willingness to learn new processes, tools, and plant systems.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor wet plant production equipment to maintain safe, efficient material processing.
• Perform routine inspections and make equipment adjustments to optimize performance.
• Conduct basic troubleshooting and communicate maintenance needs promptly.
• Follow established safety procedures and contribute to a safe working environment.
• Support continuous improvement efforts by identifying opportunities for operational efficiency.

Skills

Operate equipment

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Safety minded

Willing to learn

Job description

Operate and monitor wet plant production equipment to maintain safe, efficient material processing.

Perform routine inspections and make equipment adjustments to optimize performance.

Conduct basic troubleshooting and communicate maintenance needs promptly.

Follow established safety procedures and contribute to a safe working environment.

Support continuous improvement efforts by identifying opportunities for operational efficiency.

What We Are Looking For

Ability to safely operate and monitor industrial or mechanical equipment.

Strong problem‑solving skills and comfort working in a fast‑paced production setting.

Capacity to follow procedures, prioritize tasks, and maintain attention to detail.

Commitment to teamwork, communication, and a safety‑first mindset.

Willingness to learn new processes, tools, and plant systems.

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.

• Role operates primarily in environments where the conditions include moving mechanical equipment, inclement weather, heat, cold, humidity, and elevated noise level.

What We Offer

$20.00 to $25.00 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.

Heidelberg Materials provides the materials to build our future. Our future is sustainable. Our future is digital. And it goes beyond cement, aggregates and ready-mixed concrete. Heidelberg Materials North America operates more than 450 locations with approximately 9,000 employees in the U.S. and Canada.