Heidelberg Materials

Batch Plant Operator

Ithaca, NY Full time
Line of Business: RMC

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 batch plant equipment to ensure safe and efficient production
  • Maintain accurate production records and verify material specifications
  • Perform routine inspections, troubleshooting, and minor maintenance
  • Coordinate material deliveries and communicate effectively with drivers and team members
  • Uphold all safety, quality, and environmental standards
     

What Are We Looking For

  • Ability to operate, monitor, and maintain batch plant machinery
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety practices
  • Capability to troubleshoot equipment and resolve issues proactively
  • Effective communication skills and teamwork orientation
  • Comfort working in a fast‑paced, production‑focused environment
     

Conditions of Employment

  • 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, 40 hours of Paid Sick Leave and 10 Paid Holidays

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority / Female / Veteran / Disabled