Extrusion Line Operator — Quality, Safety & Maintenance

Advanced Drainage Systems, Inc.; Napoleon (OH); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Retirement Plan

Paid Holidays/ Vacation Days

And much more

Job summary

Advanced Drainage Systems, Inc. is hiring a Line Operator to run a plastic extrusion line, uphold safety and quality, and perform line changeovers and preventive maintenance. The role requires 40+ hours weekly with possible weekend shifts and a focus on continuous improvement in a manufacturing setting.

You will operate equipment, sample products, complete shift reports, and maintain a safe, efficient line while following SOPs and quality specs across multiple production runs.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Previous manufacturing machine operation or extrusion experience.

Responsibilities

• 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 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.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Basic computer skills

Analytical thinking

Forklift operation

Reading and writing

Self-motivated

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Advanced Drainage Systems, Inc. is hiring a Line Operator to run a plastic extrusion line, uphold safety and quality, and perform line changeovers and preventive maintenance. The role requires 40+ hours weekly with possible weekend shifts and a focus on continuous improvement in a manufacturing setting.

You will operate equipment, sample products, complete shift reports, and maintain a safe, efficient line while following SOPs and quality specs across multiple production runs.