Assistant Plant Manager

Heidelberg Materials • Independence, IL

13d

About The Position

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. Oversee daily plant operations—including aggregate processing—to ensure efficiency, safety, and compliance. Implement and monitor production schedules and quality standards specific to aggregate materials. Collaborate with maintenance teams to minimize downtime of crushing, screening, and conveying equipment. Lead and develop plant staff through training, performance management, and mentorship in aggregate production techniques. Ensure compliance with environmental and safety regulations related to mining, material handling, and dust control.

Requirements

• Strong leadership and team management skills, ideally within aggregate or heavy industrial environments.
• Proven ability to optimize production processes involving aggregate materials and equipment.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making capabilities, especially in high-volume material operations.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to coordinate across production, maintenance, and safety teams.
• Commitment to safety and quality standards in aggregate handling and processing.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily plant operations—including aggregate processing—to ensure efficiency, safety, and compliance.
• Implement and monitor production schedules and quality standards specific to aggregate materials.
• Collaborate with maintenance teams to minimize downtime of crushing, screening, and conveying equipment.
• Lead and develop plant staff through training, performance management, and mentorship in aggregate production techniques.
• Ensure compliance with environmental and safety regulations related to mining, material handling, and dust control.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary and participation in our annual incentive plan.
• Company Vehicle
• 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, 15 days of Paid Vacation, 40 hours of Paid Sick Leave, and 10 Paid Holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees