Lead - Overburden Removal

Heritage Construction + Materials•Cloverdale, IN

About The Position

Build your career at US Aggregates! The Lead - Overburden Removal is responsible for overseeing all stripping and excavation activities related to removing soil, rock, and other materials that overlay mineable limestone reserves. This position provides daily leadership to equipment operators, ensuring that overburden is removed safely, efficiently, and according to the mine plan. The Lead coordinates personnel, equipment, and production priorities while maintaining strict compliance with MSHA regulations and company safety standards. This role plays a critical part in pit development, operational planning, and supporting overall site production goals.

Requirements

High School or Equivalent
5+ years industry related experience, preferably in the aggregate field
5+ years overburden removal operations
Knowledge of safety and environmental rules and regulations (MSHA)
Knowledge and awareness of site hazards.
Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE)
Requires use of computer equipment and technology
Valid driver's license and a clean driving record
Must have the ability to lift 50 pounds and to stand, sit and walk for long periods of time
Position requires ability to work at multiple sites depending on business needs, flexibility to work long hours, and travel as needed

Nice To Haves

Industry related experience preferred
Experience in Microsoft Office Suite, Google, and other software preferred
Good organization skills; excellent problem-solving skills and practices

Responsibilities

Plan and oversee daily overburden stripping activities, ensuring work follows mine maps, bench designs, and production targets
Lead and direct equipment operators (excavators, dozers, haul trucks, loaders, and scrapers) to ensure safe and efficient operation
Monitor pit geometry, including bench heights, slopes, drainage, and road conditions, ensuring stability and compliance with engineering and regulatory requirements
Coordinate equipment assignments, manage cycle times, and adjust work plans to maximize production efficiency and minimize delays
Conduct routine inspections of work areas to ensure proper berms, traffic control, road conditions, and visibility standards are maintained
Ensure compliance with MSHA, company, and site‑specific safety procedures, promoting a strong safety culture within the stripping team
Identify and address hazards, equipment issues, and unsafe conditions, and ensure timely reporting
Support training, coaching, and performance development of equipment operators to improve skill levels and operational consistency
Collaborate with mine planners, engineers, and operations leadership on scheduling, sequencing, and future pit development
Complete required documentation, including safety reports, equipment logs, production data, and daily shift reports.
Ability to travel to other sites in the area as needed
Ability to fill in as needed in a variety of plant positions
Additional duties and responsibilities as assigned, including but not limited to continuously growing in alignment with the Company’s core values, competencies, and skills.