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
Build detailed outage schedules (MS Project), define task sequencing, and identify the critical path to minimize downtime.
Identify and finalize all maintenance activities plan (kiln, mills, crushers, preheaters, etc.), ensuring a clear, detailed outage scope with task-level breakdown.
Determine manpower, contractor requirements, tools, and materials; coordinate with plant teams, procurement, and vendors to ensure availability.
Develop outage cost estimates, track planned vs. expected expenditure and identify cost optimization opportunities before execution by leveraging data and plant collaboration.
Analyze potential risks (equipment delays, resource conflicts, safety concerns) and prepare contingency plans to avoid downtime overruns.
Pre-qualify vendors, align on scope, timelines, safety requirements, and ensure contracts are ready prior to outage start.
Act as the central coordination point between plant operations, maintenance, regional teams, and contractors—ensuring alignment before mobilization.
Use past outage data and KPIs (duration, cost, productivity) to improve planning accuracy and reduce future outage durations.
Drive continuous improvement through post-outage analysis, reporting, and best practices implementation
What Are We Looking For
Minimum of 4 years of experience in maintenance and project planning within a heavy manufacturing environment; cement plant experience preferred.
Strong capability in outage planning, project management, and maintenance coordination in industrial environments
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, timelines, and stakeholders effectively
Knowledge of cement manufacturing processes, equipment, and maintenance systems (e.g., CMMS/SAP)
Effective communication and collaboration skills to work across diverse teams and locations
Willingness and flexibility to travel to plant sites for planning and execution activities
Work Environment
This role operates in both office and plant environments, supporting multiple sites within a designated region. Travel is required during outage preparation and execution phases. The position involves collaboration with cross-functional teams, including operations, maintenance, contractors, and regional leadership.
What We Offer
Competitive base salary and 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
Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority / Female / Veteran / Disabled
Skills Required
- Minimum of 4 years of experience in maintenance and project planning in a heavy manufacturing environment
- Strong capability in outage planning and project management
- Knowledge of cement manufacturing processes and equipment
- Effective communication and collaboration skills
- Willingness to travel to plant sites
What We Do
Heidelberg Materials is a global manufacturer of building materials, including cement, aggregates, ready-mixed concrete, and asphalt, committed to leading the industry toward carbon neutrality and a circular economy.
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