Downstream Technician

Advanced Drainage Systems • Waverly, NY

10d • $18 - $20

About The Position

Advanced Drainage Systems is a leading manufacturer of stormwater and onsite septic wastewater solutions, with a manufacturing and distribution network and a commitment to sustainability and innovation. The Downstream Technician, described in the posting as a Plastic Manufacturing Technician, is responsible for packaging, labeling, and visually inspecting products produced on an assigned production line. The technician assists Line Operators with start-ups, shutdowns, tooling changeovers, and downstream equipment setup, and works closely with the Line Operator to meet production goals.

The position requires flexibility to work 40 or more hours per week and weekends as required. Work involves physical labor for extended periods in fluctuating temperatures, with standing and mobility throughout an 8–12-hour shift. The role requires handling and transporting finished goods and performing movements such as twisting, bending, reaching, and squatting, as well as mounting and dismounting industrial equipment and vehicles.

Requirements

• Self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Energetic and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Dependable.
• Able to learn new skills.
• Team-oriented.
• Basic mathematical skills.
• Able to perform physical labor for extended periods in fluctuating temperatures.
• Able to perform a full range of body movements, including twisting, bending, reaching, and squatting, and mount and dismount industrial equipment and vehicles.
• Able to stand and remain mobile throughout an 8–12-hour shift.
• Able to use hands, arms, and legs to physically handle and transport finished goods.

Nice To Haves

• Previous industrial or manufacturing experience.

Responsibilities

• Embrace a culture of safety.
• Conduct final visual inspections and label finished goods to ensure quality.
• Track the quantity of units produced on the production line to monitor efficiency.
• Package pipe for customer delivery according to standard operating procedures.
• Consistently use personal protective equipment and help maintain a safe working environment.
• Assist with line tooling changes, start-ups, shutdowns, and downstream equipment setup.
• Learn and stay current on pipe specifications and packaging requirements.
• Practice continuous improvement, including maintaining facility housekeeping.
• Build and maintain job skills through company training programs.

Benefits

• Medical and prescription drug plans, including telemedicine with a medical plan and an HDHP with HSA.
• Dental and vision plans.
• Virtual physical therapy and an employee assistance program.
• Voluntary accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnification programs.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Voluntary employee stock purchase plan.
• Financial wellness planning.
• Paid parental leave.
• Flexible spending accounts for child care and health care.
• Short- and long-term disability.
• Basic life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, and voluntary life insurance for employees and their families.
• Adoption financial reimbursement.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Voluntary identity theft and fraud protection.
• Paid holidays and vacation days.
• Weekly pay.
• Competitive salary and professional development opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed