Machine Repair Specialist

Advanced Drainage Systems, Inc.; Cordele (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave

Stock purchase plan

Job summary

Advanced Drainage Systems (ADS) is seeking a skilled lead machinery technician for our Cordele, GA facility. You will apply advanced machining, fabrication, welding, and electrical knowledge to repair and troubleshoot complex production equipment, guiding junior technicians and coordinating repair projects.

You will design improvements, ensure compliance with NEC/OSHA/related codes, and inspect vendor components against engineering drawings.

Qualifications

• Machinery repair mastery across machining, fabrication, welding, mechanical and electrical domains.
• Strong ability to guide and direct coworkers with technical leadership.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• 9 years minimum experience preferred in machinery repair.

Responsibilities

• Lead technician on machinery and tooling repairs, directing work without direct supervisory actions.
• Apply engineering theory to troubleshoot production equipment design problems.
• Design or assist designs for equipment improvements to increase reliability.
• Follow safety policies and governmental codes (NEC, OSHA, JIC).
• Inspect components from outside vendors for conformance to drawings and specs.

Skills

machinery repair

troubleshooting

precision measurement

engineering theory

machining

fabrication

welding

electrical knowledge

lead technician

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Lathes

Mills

Grinders

Drill presses

Job description

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

Applies a high level of technical skills in the areas of machine building, repair, and troubleshooting. Guides and directs the efforts of less experienced coworkers by applying a mastery of technical skills and knowledge. The specific duties and tasks required of this position reflect substantial variety and complexity. Also serves as a resource to others in the resolution of complex technical issues.

Primary Job Responsibilites

• Possesses and applies a mastery of knowledge of the machinery repair trade, including machining, fabrication and welding, mechanical, electrical, and production process techniques.
• Acts as a primary lead technician on machinery and tooling repair projects. Assigns and directs work activities of technicians with no direct supervisory responsibilities for hiring, firing, disciplinary actions, or compensation.
• Possesses and applies an intermediate level of engineering theory to assist in troubleshooting and solving production equipment design problems.
• Designs, or assists in development of designs, for improvements to equipment for the purpose of increased reliability and enhanced functionality.
• Completes all job tasks in accordance with established company safety policy and governmental codes and procedures as defined by NEC, OSHA, JIC, etc.
• Inspects components from outside vendors to ensure conformance to engineering drawings, standards, and specifications.

Job Skills

• Ability to plan, lay-out, and build machinery and tooling assemblies from engineering specifications, drawings, and sketches using a high degree of precision.
• Able to properly interpret precision measurement devices such as OD and ID micrometers, depth micrometers, dial calipers, and scales.
• Capable of precision alignment of machinery to insure proper operation.
• Ability to determine and calculate appropriate tolerances for shaft clearances, bearing fits, etc.
• Produces parts according to engineering drawings using machining equipment such as lathes, mills, grinders, and drill presses.
• Capable of hand machining procedures such as drilling, tapping, reaming, and polishing.

Educational Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED

Preferred Experience

• 9 Years Minimum

Physical Requirements

• Employee will be required to operate and supervise employees operating machinery and must possess a valid driver’s license.

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.

Why Join ADS?

Growth Opportunities & Global Presence: With a global network of approximately 70 manufacturing plants and 40 distribution centers, ADS offers extensive opportunities for career growth and development in various locations around the world.

Inclusive and Creative Work Culture: ADS fosters a culture of passion, innovation, and continuous improvement, empowering employees to shape industry-leading solutions. We value diverse perspectives, recognizing that they drive better ideas, processes, and performance. Our workplace is built on respect, inclusivity, and shared responsibility, ensuring every team member feels valued and contributes to our collective success.

Innovative & Sustainability Focused: Advanced Drainage Systems is one of the largest plastic recyclers in North America, ensuring over half a billion pounds of plastic is kept out of landfills every year.

Learn More: https://www.adspipe.com/about-us

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.