Batch Plant Operator

Posted:
7/15/2026, 6:08:19 AM

Location(s):
Phelps, New York, United States ⋅ New York, United States

Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level ⋅ Senior

Field(s):
Mechanical Engineering

Workplace Type:
On-site

Pay:
$27–$32/hr

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

  • Operate and monitor asphalt plant equipment to ensure safe and efficient production
  • Perform routine inspections, basic troubleshooting, and adjustments on plant systems
  • Coordinate material flow to meet production demands and quality specifications
  • Complete daily operational logs and communicate issues promptly
  • Support safe work practices, housekeeping, and team collaboration across the site

What Are We Looking For

  • Ability to operate and learn plant systems, controls, and related equipment
  • Strong awareness of safety practices in industrial or manufacturing settings
  • Capability to perform basic mechanical troubleshooting and equipment checks
  • Dependability in following procedures, documentation, and production standards
  • Effective communication and teamwork skills in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to work nights/ weekends as needed

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

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

  • $27 - $32 per hour plus shift differential
  • Benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision and Retirement
  • Union paid vacation, sick leave and holidays

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority / Female / Veteran / Disabled

Heidelberg Materials

Website: https://www.heidelbergmaterials.com/

Headquarter Location: Heidelberg, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany

Employee Count: 10001+

Year Founded: 1874

IPO Status: Private

Last Funding Type: Grant

Industries: Building Material ⋅ Construction ⋅ Manufacturing

Visa Sponsorship: Sponsors work visas