Downstream Technician

Advanced Drainage Systems • Waverly, NY

9d

About The Position

The Downstream Technician, also described in the posting as a Plastic Manufacturing Technician, packages, labels, and visually inspects products made on a production line. The technician partners closely with the Line Operator to meet production goals and assists with line start-ups, shutdowns, tooling changes, and downstream equipment set-up. The role requires flexibility to work 40 or more hours per week and weekends as required. It involves physical labor for extended periods in fluctuating temperatures and standing or moving throughout an 8–12-hour shift.

Requirements

• Be self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Be energetic and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Be dependable.
• Be able to learn new skills.
• Be team-oriented.
• Have basic mathematical skills.
• Be able to perform physical labor for extended periods in fluctuating temperatures.
• Have full range of body motion, including twisting, bending, reaching, and squatting, and be able to mount and dismount industrial equipment and vehicles.
• Be able to stand and remain mobile throughout an 8–12-hour shift.
• Be able to use hands, arms, and legs to physically handle and transport finished goods.
• Be flexible 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 help ensure efficiency.
• Package pipe according to standard operating procedures for delivery to customers.
• Consistently use personal protective equipment and maintain a safe working environment.
• Assist with line tooling changes, start-ups, shutdowns, and downstream equipment set-up.
• 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, including telemedicine with a medical plan and a High-Deductible Health Plan with Health Savings Account.
• Dental and vision plans.
• Virtual physical therapy and an employee assistance program.
• Voluntary accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnification programs.
• Retirement 401(k) program 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 and 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 and vacation days.
• Competitive salary; hourly range of $18.00–$20.00.
• Paid weekly.
• Professional development and company training opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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