Plant Quality Assurance Specialist

Advanced Drainage Systems • Buena Vista, VA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Advanced Drainage Systems is a leading manufacturer of stormwater and onsite septic wastewater solutions, committed to sustainability and innovation. With a vast manufacturing and distribution network, we deliver high-quality products across multiple industries while recycling over half a billion pounds of plastic annually. At ADS, we foster a culture where diverse perspectives drive better ideas, ensuring every employee feels valued, heard, and empowered to make an impact.

Requirements

• Associate degree or equivalent work experience in a related field
• Able to work weekends or off shifts as needed
• Willingness to travel (up to 10%)
• Strong understanding of quality control and assurance principles
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, especially plastics
• Effective leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Strong time management and work ethic
• Excellent troubleshooting and root cause analysis abilities
• Ability to train and communicate effectively across teams

Responsibilities

• Maintain and monitor lab and plant quality systems in alignment with ADS Quality System
• Conduct lab sample testing and provide feedback (approx. 40% of weekly duties)
• Support and facilitate internal and external audits
• Lead and participate in Continuous Improvement (CI) projects, dedicating ~5 hours weekly
• Follow up on Corrective Actions (CAs) and ensure timely resolution
• Conduct quality training and promote a culture of quality across the plant
• Perform regular inspections and ensure compliance through line and yard walks
• Oversee resin sampling procedures and instrument calibration
• Generate compliance documentation and respond to field complaints as needed

Benefits

• Medical and prescription drug plans
• Telemedicine (with medical plan)
• High-Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) and Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Dental and vision plans
• Virtual physical therapy
• An employee assistance program (EAP)
• Voluntary accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnification programs
• Retirement 401k program with company match
• An employee stock purchase plan (voluntary)
• Financial wellness planning
• Paid parental leave
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA) for child care and health care
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Basic life insurance
• Accidental death and dismemberment (AD&AD)
• Adoption financial reimbursement
• Tuition reimbursement
• Voluntary life insurance (for employees, spouses, and children)
• Voluntary identity theft and fraud protection

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees