Line Operator

Advanced Drainage Systems, Inc.; Brasil; Sur place; BRL 40 000 - 60 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical

Dental

Vision

Retirement Plan

Paid Holidays

Résumé du poste

Advanced Drainage Systems is seeking a Line Operator to manage daily production line activities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment in Brazil. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and adherence to procedures while maintaining line efficiency and minimizing downtime.

The position requires flexibility for 40+ hours per week and weekend work as needed, with opportunities to develop skills across multiple extrusion lines and tooling changes.

Qualifications

• Mechanical troubleshooting and repair abilities.
• Basic computer skills.
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to operate heavy machinery, e.g. forklifts, in a safe manner.
• Reading and Writing skills.
• Self-motivated.

Responsabilités

• Embrace a culture of safety and maintain a clean, organized work area.
• Operate plastic extrusion line and ensure products meet quality specs.
• Follow SOPs to keep line running within specifications.
• Lead tooling changes, start-ups, and shutdowns.
• Complete shift production and reporting paperwork accurately.
• Support Preventative Maintenance and continuous improvement efforts.

Connaissances

Mechanical troubleshooting

Basic computer skills

Analytical thinking

Heavy machinery operation

Reading and writing

Self-motivated

Formation

High School Diploma or equivalent

Description du poste

Advanced Drainage Systems

EEO Statement

Advanced Drainage Systems is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Line Operator

US-IN-Brazil

Job ID: 2026-22297

Type: Regular Full-Time

# of Openings: 1

Category: Manufacturing

Advanced Drainage Systems

Overview

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.

Responsibilities

A Line Operator is responsible for performing and maintaining the daily activities associated with a production line. This includes housekeeping, safety, quality, maintaining production efficiencies, repair and maintenance and minimizing downtime. This position requires the flexibility to work 40+ hours per week and weekends as required. Ability to work varying shifts is also required due to equipment changeovers.

This position requires the flexibility to work 40+ hours per week and weekends as required.

The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

• Embraces a culture of safety


• Manages a plastic extrusion line to ensure finished goods meet quality specifications that meet customer needs


• Utilizes standard operating procedures to ensure the production line is running with specifications


• Leads with line tooling changes, start-ups and shutdowns


• Maintains a safe work environment through practicing proper PPE and housekeeping compliance.


• Accurately completes shift production and reporting paperwork.


• Conducts regular product sampling to ensure consistent quality


• Assist with Preventative Maintenance program


• Meets or exceeds standard production efficiencies on all production lines.


• Maintains and increases ability to operate various production lines through certifications


• Troubleshoot process and mechanical problems and perform repairs and adjustments to meet production needs as required.


• Perform tooling changeovers in a safe and efficient manner


• Maintain a safe working environment that includes the consistent use of Personal Protection Equipment to ensure your safety


• Practice continuous improvement which not only includes the line but also facility housekeeping

Job Skills

This position should possess the following skills/knowledge:

• Mechanical troubleshooting and repair abilities.


• Basic computer skills.


• Analytical thinking and problem-solving skills


• Ability to operate heavy machinery, i.e. forklifts, in a safe manner


• Reading and Writing skills


• Self-motivated

Educational Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

Preferred Experience

• Previous manufacturing machine operation or extrusion experience

Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform physical labor for extended periods of time in fluctuating temperatures.


• Position requires full range of body motion including twisting, bending, reaching, squatting and ability to mount/dismount industrial equipment and vehicles.


• Ability to stand and be mobile throughout an entire shift.


• Ability to use hands, arms and legs to physically handle and transport finished goods.

Benefits

We offer a competitive salary and an excellent benefits program including:

• Medical


• Dental


• Vision


• Retirement Plan


• Paid Holidays/ Vacation Days


• And much more

EEO Statement

ADS supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience, and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. ADS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.

ADS supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience, and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. ADS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.

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