Technician Plant Quality Lab

Advanced Drainage Systems•St. Clair Township, OH

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

Leadership skills
Excellent verbal and written skills
Strong organizational skills
Strong time management skills
Mathematics skills
Intermediate computer skills (MS Office Suite)
Proven facilitation and team building skills
Mechanical and process aptitude
2-year associates degree minimum requirement

Nice To Haves

3-5 years related manufacturing/quality experience

Responsibilities

Lab Quality pipe evaluations, implementing quality methods and protocol in accordance with ADS, and industry standards as well as customer requirements at a specific plant location.
Implementation and training of company, AASHTO, ASTM & CSA quality standards.
Daily review of product from all lines and inventory since previous day. Communication and follow-up is to be established between plant manager and production manager.
Monitor proper handling of product by all employees (i.e. product damage, proper storage).
Facilitate DST/LO certifications. Administer the Quality portions of all training certifications.
Maintain schedule and proper calibration of quality measurement instruments.
Monitor incoming resin sampling procedures to ensure compliance with requirements.
Monitor retain sample program and review all correlation issues with the LO. Issue corrective action as necessary.
Administrating Training Academy courses.
Communicate with Central Labs and resource personnel on quality related issues.
Ensure Wired Plant compliance through training, follow-up and documentation to plant management team if issues persist.
Facilitate monthly quality training with Line Operators, DST’s, Loaders and Material Handlers.
Monitor inspections of resale products to ensure compliance with requirements.
Generate certification and compliance letters as required.
Respond to field complaints/visit customer locations
Understand and practice ADS Core Values.
Evaluate complaint samples if received.