Advanced Drainage Systems Looking for Sort Line Operator Full Time

Headquartered in Hilliard Ohio, Advanced Drainage Systems, Inc (ADS) is the leading manufacturer of high performance thermoplastic corrugated pipe, providing a comprehensive suite of water management products and drainage solutions. Our innovative products and superior drainage solutions are used across a broad range of end markets and applications, including residential, non-residential, agriculture and infrastructure applications. We have established a leading position in many of these end markets by leveraging our national sales and distribution platform, overall product breadth and scale, and our manufacturing excellence. Founded in 1966, we operate a global network of 3,700 employees, 63 manufacturing plants and 31 distribution centers. In July, 2014 we became a public company traded on the NYSE®. To enable our continued growth, we are looking to add top talent to our dynamic organization.

The Sort Line Operator is responsible for manually sorting recycled plastics to ensure that the correct material is sent to the grinders for processing. The Sort Line Operator is the first step in the quality assurance process of the plastic reprocessing operation. Sort Line Operators receive direction throughout their work shift from the Grind Line Supervisor. This position requires the flexibility to work 40+ hours per week and weekends as required. A Sort Line Operator reports directly to the Grind Line Supervisor.

Next Day Start Options Available!

The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

• Manually remove material that should not enter the grinders and the next steps of the recycling process.
• Maintain and build job skills through company training programs
• Practice proper PPE compliance and maintain a safe working record and environment
• Assist with Preventive Maintenance program as required
• Immediately communicate unsafe conditions, acts or injuries to Supervisor
• Practice proper forklift operation and preventive maintenance
• Maintain facility housekeeping
• Understand and practice ADS CORE VALUES
• Perform other duties as assigned

Job Skills:

This position should possess the following skills/knowledge:

• Self-motivation
• Energetic
• Dependability
• Ability to learn new skills
• Team oriented

Educational Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent

Physical Requirements:

• The employee will lift and move heavy items, which will require the ability to repeatedly lift 50 pounds to a height of 6 feet
• The employee will be working specified shifts and moving around at all times, which will require the ability to stand and be mobile for a minimum of 8 continuous hours
• Facilities can be extremely hot or cold at times, so the employee must have the ability to perform physical labor for extended periods of time in temperature extremes
• The employee will be handling materials daily, which requires the ability to use hands, arms and legs to physically handle and transport material and finished goods
• The Position requires full range of body motion on a daily basis including twisting, bending, reaching, squatting and ability to mount/dismount industrial equipment and vehicles

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.