Plant Maintenance Technician
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.
Responsibilities
The Plant Maintenance Technician oversees and performs the preventive and reactive
maintenance duties required for the manufacturing operations of the plant. Priorities of the
Maintenance Technician include management and execution of PM schedules, repair of any
equipment that is needed to maintain maximum production rates and maintenance of an
adequate spare parts inventory. This position requires the flexibility to work 40+ hours per
week, weekends as required and also fulfill on-call duties for repairs and assistance. The Plant
Maintenance Technician reports directly to the Maintenance Manager or Production Manager
and/or Plant Manager.
The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:
•Practice proper PPE compliance and maintain a safe working record and environment
•Immediately communicate unsafe conditions, acts or injuries to Plant Manager
•Practice proper forklift operation and preventive maintenance
•Maintain facility housekeeping
•Maintain and build job skills through company training programs
•Troubleshoot and repair equipment that is not operating properly
•Effectively manage UPTIME performance
•Maintain adequate inventories of spare parts and equipment
•Ensure that all equipment is kept in a proper and safe working condition
•Direct and perform scheduled Preventive Maintenance duties
•Communicate with all plant personnel
•Communicate with ADS support services
•Assist with ADS support service team projects
•Understand and practice ADS CORE VALUES
Job Skills:
This position should possess the following skills/knowledge:
•Basic industrial mechanical, electrical, plumbing and pneumatic skills including
troubleshooting
•Understanding of ADS manufacturing process including troubleshooting
•Inventory management
•Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work with and communicate to other plant
personnel
•Basic computer skills
•Understand purpose and proper use of small hand and power tools
•Strong time management and task prioritization skills
•Self-motivation
•Facility organization
Educational Requirements:
High School/Vocational School Diploma or equivalent
Preferred Experience:
3-5 years experience as ADS line operator or similar training and experience
Physical Requirements:
•The employee will lift and move heavy items, which will require the ability to repeatedly
lift 75 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 finished goods