What are the responsibilities and job description for the Operator Assembly position at Advanced Drainage Systems?
About Advanced Drainage Systems
For over 50 years, ADS has been manufacturing innovative and environmentally friendly alternatives to traditional materials.
We are a multi-billion dollar stormwater management company with a global network of over 60 manufacturing plants and 30 distribution centers.
Circular Economy Leader
We believe in creating a circular economy and are the largest plastic recycling company in North America.
We use plastic shampoo and detergent bottles to create pipe, diverting over 500 million pounds of plastic from landfills every year.
A Line Operator's Role
A Line Operator is responsible for performing and maintaining daily activities associated with a production line.
This includes housekeeping, safety, quality, maintaining production efficiencies, repair and maintenance, and minimizing downtime.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage a plastic extrusion line to ensure finished goods meet quality specifications that meet customer needs.
- Maintain a safe work environment through practicing proper PPE and housekeeping compliance.
- Accurately complete shift production and reporting paperwork.
- Conduct regular product sampling to ensure consistent quality.
- Troubleshoot process and mechanical problems and perform repairs and adjustments to meet production needs as required.
Requirements:
- Flexibility to work 40 hours per week and weekends as required.
- Ability to work varying shifts due to equipment changeovers.
- Basic computer skills.
- Ability to operate heavy machinery, i.e. forklifts, in a safe manner.
- Reading and writing skills.
- Previous manufacturing machine operation or extrusion experience.
Benefits:
- Medical benefits.
- Dental benefits.
- Retirement plan.
- Paid holidays and vacation days.
ADS supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience, and background.
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.
