Automation Controller

Heidelberg Materials • Mitchell, IN

19h • Onsite

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.

What You'll Be Doing
Monitor, operate, and adjust automated control systems to ensure safe, stable, and efficient plant operations
Analyze real-time process data and alarms to diagnose issues and initiate corrective actions
Coordinate with operations, maintenance, and engineering teams to optimize system performance
Support system troubleshooting, testing, and continuous improvement initiatives
Maintain accurate operational documentation and communicate system status across shifts

Requirements

• Strong proficiency in operating automated control systems.
• Knowledge of technology enabled operations, automation, control systems, data flows, and system performance monitoring.
• Ability to quickly assess abnormal conditions, determine root causes at a high level, and take appropriate action.
• Comfortable making decisions under pressure while maintaining a safety first mindset.
• Demonstrated success working with diverse teams maintenance technicians, engineers, supervisors, and operators to resolve issues and optimize system performance.
• Clear communication is essential.
• A strong commitment to safe work practices, regulatory compliance, and consistent product quality.
• Taking ownership of maintaining a stable, controlled operating environment.
• Comfort working with evolving automation technologies and willingness to learn new tools, systems and processes.
• Approach challenges with curiosity, resilience, and continuous improvement mindset.

Responsibilities

• Monitor, operate, and adjust automated control systems to ensure safe, stable, and efficient plant operations
• Analyze real-time process data and alarms to diagnose issues and initiate corrective actions
• Coordinate with operations, maintenance, and engineering teams to optimize system performance
• Support system troubleshooting, testing, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Maintain accurate operational documentation and communicate system status across shifts

Benefits

• Competitive base salary$36.30-$44.77
• 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, 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: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed