Wash Line Operator

Advanced Drainage Systems • Shippenville, PA

2d • 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.
The Wash Line Operator is responsible for operating the wash and drying steps of the material processing operation. The Wash Line Operator is also responsible for filling boxes and transporting processed material for storage and distribution. Wash Line Operators receive direction throughout their work shift from the Wash Line Supervisor. This position requires the flexibility to work 40+ hours per week and weekends as required. A Wash Line Operator reports directly to the Wash Line Supervisor.

Requirements

• Self-motivation
• Energetic
• Dependability
• Ability to learn new skills
• Team oriented
• Basic math skills
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• The employee will lift and move heavy items, which will require the ability to repeatedly lift 50 pounds to a height of 6 feet
• The employee will be working specified shifts and moving around at all times, which will require the ability to stand and be mobile for a minimum of 8 continuous hours
• Facilities can be extremely hot or cold at times, so the employee must have the ability to perform physical labor for extended periods of time in temperature extremes
• The employee will be handling materials daily, which requires the ability to use hands, arms and legs to physically handle and transport material and finished goods
• The Position requires full range of body motion on a daily basis including twisting, bending, reaching, squatting and ability to mount/dismount industrial equipment and vehicles

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment that washes and dries the reprocessed material
• Maintain and build job skills through company training programs
• Practice proper PPE compliance and maintain a safe working record and environment
• Fill boxes with processed material and transport to storage or prepare for distribution
• Immediately communicate unsafe conditions, acts or injuries to Supervisor
• Assist with Preventive Maintenance program as required
• Maintain facility housekeeping
• Practice proper forklift operation and preventive maintenance
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Understand and practice ADS CORE VALUES

Benefits

• Health & Welfare 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), and voluntary accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnification programs.
• Financial Benefits: 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&D), adoption financial reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, voluntary life insurance (for employees, spouses, and children), and voluntary identity theft and fraud protection.
• 100% paid by ADS.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED