Aggregate Management Trainee

Job ID: 529825 Callanan Industries, Inc., a CRH Company, was founded in 1883 as an aggregate mining company. Over a century later, Callanan Industries, Inc. continues to be a leading supplier of paving materials and construction services, providing a complete range of high quality aggregates, asphalt paving, and ready mix concrete products to state, federal, municipal, commercial, and private customers with operations throughout New York State. Callanan Industries, Inc. was purchased by CRH Americas in 1985. Position Summary The Aggregate Management Trainee Program is designed to develop future leaders within aggregate operations through hands-on training, mentoring, and rotational assignments. Trainees will gain exposure to all aspects of aggregate production, including quarry operations, safety, quality control, maintenance, environmental compliance, logistics, and financial management. This position provides an accelerated development path for individuals seeking a career in operations management within the construction materials industry. Successful candidates will build the technical, operational, and leadership skills necessary to assume supervisory and management roles. Roles And Responsibilities Promote a culture of safety and ensure adherence to all company safety policies and regulatory requirements. Participate in safety meetings, audits, inspections, and incident investigations. Participate in daily quarry and aggregate production activities. Learn and apply production planning and operational best practices. Assist with monitoring plant performance, production rates, and operational efficiencies. Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on productivity, quality, and cost control. Gain experience managing inventory, production scheduling, and customer service requirements. Work closely with maintenance personnel to understand preventive and predictive maintenance programs. Gain knowledge of aggregate specifications and quality testing procedures. Develop an understanding of operational budgets and cost management. Assist with tracking production costs, maintenance expenses, and operating metrics. Participate in customer visits and business development activities as assigned. Develop supervisory and leadership skills through coaching and mentoring. Lead projects and cross-functional initiatives. Collaborate effectively with operations, maintenance, quality control, sales, and administrative teams. Maintain regular and dependable attendance to support learning, team collaboration, and operational needs. Gain exposure to multiple quarry operations. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned as needed to support business objectives and operational requirements. Qualifications Education Associates or Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Business Management, Industrial Technology or a related field preferred. Experience Internship, co-op experience, or prior exposure to construction materials, manufacturing, mining, or heavy industrial operations is preferred. Leadership experience through academic, military, athletic, or community activities is a plus. Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Strong leadership potential and desire to pursue a management career. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Ability to work effectively in a team environment. Ability to learn technical and operational processes quickly. Strong organizational and time-management skills. Computer proficiency and willingness to learn business and operational systems. Compensation & Company Benefits Pay range is $65,000-$70,000 Medical/Dental/Vision/Prescription $1,000 Referral Bonuses Discretionary Profit Sharing Paid Time Off Paid Holidays 401k with Roth option & Competitive Company Match Education Reimbursement Program Employee Assistance Program Company Paid Life Insurance Short- & Long-Term Disability Opportunities for Internal Mobility Professional Development Opportunities Company Discounts on products, goods, services, electronics, automotive, travel & more! Opportunities for Community Engagement. What CRH Offers You Highly competitive base pay Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs Group retirement savings program Health and wellness programs An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion About CRH CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization. CRH Americas Materials Inc. is an affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. EOE/Vet/Disability CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. AI tools may be used in certain stages of the employment lifecycle, such as candidate review; however, all final employment decisions will be made by a person. #J-18808-Ljbffr CRH