Manager Yard

Overview

Advanced Drainage Systems is a leading manufacturer of stormwater and onsite septic wastewater solutions, committed to sustainability and innovation. With a vast manufacturing and distribution network, we deliver high-quality products across multiple industries while recycling over half a billion pounds of plastic annually. At ADS, we foster a culture where diverse perspectives drive better ideas, ensuring every employee feels valued, heard, and empowered to make an impact.

Responsibilities

We are looking for a Yard Manager to join our team! In this role, you will supervise and direct Yard personnel in shipping, receiving, and handling products. You will provide leadership in loading/unloading techniques, yard organization, inventory control, vehicle maintenance, and safety. If you are passionate about logistics and team management, we would love to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure PPE compliance and maintain a safe work environment
• Facilitate departmental communication and meetings
• Report unsafe conditions or injuries to the Plant Manager
• Conduct cycle-counts
• Operate and maintain forklifts and yard vehicles
• Manage product rotation and yard housekeeping
• Maximize payloads and minimize loading errors
• Coordinate DOT stock lots and minimize departmental overtime
• Inspect finished goods quality
• Confirm customer orders (ASN)
• Manage yard layout and organization
• Oversee L/MH certification programs and CPU/RMA management
• Promote ADS CORE VALUES and a positive work environment
• Manage operating supply purchases

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Vocational or associate’s degree preferred
• 3-5 years’ experience as a Yard Loader
• Supervisory experience
• Ability to repeatedly lift 75 pounds to a height of 6 feet
• Ability to stand and be mobile for a minimum of 8 continuous hours
• Ability to perform physical labor for extended periods of time in temperature extremes
• Ability to use hands, arms and legs to physically handle and transport finished goods
• Position requires full range of body motion including twisting, bending, reaching, squatting and ability to mount/dismount industrial equipment and vehicles

Skills & Competencies

• Professionalism and leadership
• Familiarity with BOM products
• Time management and organizational skills
• Inventory and order entry procedures
• Communication and basic computer skills
• Knowledge of ADS products and local shipping regulations
• Forklift and OTR vehicle driving skills

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Company Benefits:

Health & Welfare Benefits: Medical and prescription drug plans, telemedicine (with medical plan), dental and vision plans, virtual physical therapy*, an employee assistance program (EAP)*, and voluntary accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnification programs.

 Financial Benefits: Retirement 401k program with company match, an employee stock purchase plan (voluntary), financial wellness planning*, paid parental leave*, flexible spending accounts (FSA) for child care and health care, short-term and long-term disability*, basic life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D)*, adoption financial reimbursement*, tuition reimbursement*, voluntary life insurance (for employees, spouses, and children), and voluntary identity theft and fraud protection.

*100% paid by ADS.

Why Join ADS?

Growth Opportunities & Global Presence: With a global network of approximately 70 manufacturing plants and 40 distribution centers, ADS offers extensive opportunities for career growth and development in various locations around the world.

Inclusive and Creative Work Culture: ADS fosters a culture of passion, innovation, and continuous improvement, empowering employees to shape industry-leading solutions. We value diverse perspectives, recognizing that they drive better ideas, processes, and performance. Our workplace is built on respect, inclusivity, and shared responsibility, ensuring every team member feels valued and contributes to our collective success.

Innovative & Sustainability Focused: Advanced Drainage Systems is one of the largest plastic recyclers in North America, ensuring over half a billion pounds of plastic is kept out of landfills every year.

Learn More: https://www.adspipe.com/about-us

EEO Statement

ADS supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience, and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. ADS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.