Assistant Plant Manager

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

• Support daily plant operations to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient production.

• Partner with the Plant Manager on workforce leadership, coaching, and development.

• Drive continuous improvement in quality, productivity, and operational excellence.

• Coordinate maintenance planning to minimize downtime and optimize equipment performance.

• Champion environmental compliance, safety standards, and company policies.

What We Are Looking For

• Demonstrated capability to lead teams and foster a positive, inclusive work culture.

• Strong understanding of industrial operations, production processes, and equipment performance.

• Ability to analyze operational data and make sound, proactive decisions.

• Commitment to safety, environmental stewardship, and continuous improvement.

• Effective communication, problem-solving, and collaboration skills.

Work Environment

This role works primarily within an active industrial plant environment that includes exposure to varying temperatures, noise, and moving equipment. Personal protective equipment is required in designated areas. The position involves both office-based tasks and frequent time in the field to support operations and team members.

What We Offer

• Competitive base salary $86,850-$115,797and participation in our annual incentive plan

• 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

Req ID JR

As part of our hiring process, we may use AI-assisted tools to support the screening and evaluation of candidate applications and interviews. These tools help streamline the initial assessment, but all decisions about candidate advancement are made by human recruiters and hiring managers. While technology supports early steps, every interview will be handled by experienced recruiters and hiring managers to provide a personal touch.