Downstream Technician

Advanced Drainage Systems • Yoakum, TX

20h

About The Position

The Downstream Technician, described in the posting as a Plastic Manufacturing Technician, packages, labels, and visually inspects products made on a production line. The technician works closely with the Line Operator to meet production goals and assists with line start-ups, shutdowns, tooling changeovers, and downstream equipment setup. The role requires flexibility to work 40 or more hours per week and weekends as required.

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 twist, bend, reach, squat, 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 handle and transport finished goods.
• Able to work 40 or more hours per week and weekends as required.

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 support production efficiency.
• Package pipe for delivery to customers using standard operating procedures.
• Consistently use personal protective equipment and 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 on the production line and through facility housekeeping.
• Build and maintain job skills through company training programs.

Benefits

• Medical and prescription drug plans
• Telemedicine with a medical plan
• High-Deductible Health Plan and Health Savings Account
• Dental and vision plans
• Virtual physical therapy
• 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-term and long-term disability
• Basic life insurance
• Accidental death and dismemberment insurance
• Adoption financial reimbursement
• Tuition reimbursement
• Voluntary life insurance for employees, spouses, and children
• Voluntary identity theft and fraud protection
• Paid holidays
• Vacation days

What This Job Offers

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