Line of Business: Asphalt
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
- Sample and test Hot Mix Asphalt (HMA) by collecting representative materials from production or the job site and performing required volumetric tests, including laboratory compaction and maximum specific gravity.
- Verify Job Mix Formula (JMF) compliance through continuous monitoring of asphalt binder content and aggregate gradation to ensure all materials stay within specified tolerances.
- Perform daily aggregate sampling and testing at various production stages according to established schedules, specifications, and quality standards.
- Maintain testing equipment by cleaning, calibrating, and ensuring all tools remain in proper working condition to support accurate and reliable results.
- Document and communicate results by reporting findings to operators and the mine manager throughout the day, preparing end-of-day reports for the Quality team, and collaborating with production personnel to identify and resolve quality issues.
What Are We Looking For
- Ability to work safely, independently, and with integrity without constant supervision.
- Strong problem-solving and math skills, with competency in computer applications and Microsoft Office suite.
- Effective communication skills, ability to follow directions, and meet deadlines.
- Willingness to learn through on-the-job training, video, and reading materials, and work cooperatively as part of a production team.
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred, with applicable post-secondary education, ACI certification, and experience in quality control, manufacturing, or production being an asset. Some mechanical experience is a plus.
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.
- Must be in good physical condition, and have the physical ability to climb, stoop, bend, squat, lift (up to 75lbs.), sit and stand for extended periods of time, kneel, climb ladders, and walk on varied terrain.
What We Offer
- $29.79 to $40.18 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 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