Lab Technician

Advanced Drainage Systems, Inc.; Cordele (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & prescription plans

HDHP + HSA

Dental & vision

Telemedicine

Job summary

Advanced Drainage Systems, Inc. is seeking a Lab Technician to join our quality team in a high-volume testing environment. You will perform daily tests on raw materials and finished products and collaborate with engineers and manufacturing personnel to ensure product quality.

You will also maintain equipment, analyze test results, and help develop quality procedures. A high school diploma is required; college degree preferred, with ability to lift 50 lbs and willingness to pursue further

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; college degree preferred.
• Willingness to pursue additional formal training as needed.
• Experience in quality inspection or plastics processing preferred.
• Ability to consistently lift 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Perform raw material and finished product tests.
• Determine acceptability of test results and communicate findings to plants.
• Conduct basic maintenance on lab equipment.
• Analyze customer complaints and competitor samples; provide reports.
• Perform equipment calibrations.
• Prepare raw materials and finished products for testing.
• Assist in developing and writing lab and quality control procedures.
• Maintain a clean work area.
• Complete standardized assignments with minimal supervision.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Basic math and problem solving

Decision-making

Teamwork

MS Office (Excel, Word)

Verbal & written communication

Education

High school diploma

College degree preferred

Job description

Responsibilities

We are looking for aLab Technicianto join our team! In this role, you will perform daily testing of raw materials and finished goods, often in a high-volume environment. You will collaborate closely with other lab technicians, engineers, and manufacturing personnel to ensure product quality and support continuous improvement. If you are passionate about quality control and laboratory operations, we would love to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

• Perform raw material and finished product tests
• Determine acceptability of test results and communicate findings to plants
• Conduct basic maintenance on lab equipment
• Analyze customer complaints and competitor samples; provide reports
• Perform equipment calibrations
• Prepare raw materials and finished products for testing
• Assist in developing and writing lab and quality control procedures
• Maintain a clean work area
• Complete standardized assignments with minimal supervision
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; college degree preferred
• Willingness to pursue additional formal training as needed
• Experience in quality inspection or plastics processing preferred
• Ability to consistently lift 50 lbs

Skills & Competencies

• Basic math and problem-solving skills
• Good decision-making ability
• Teamwork experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, etc.)
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Company 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.

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.