Office Administrator

Advanced Drainage Systems, Inc.; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Advanced Drainage Systems, Inc. is seeking an Office Administrator to support the manufacturing plant and office environment. You will greet guests, answer multi-line phones, and perform data entry and filing tasks to keep operations running smoothly.

This role requires a High School Diploma, 1–2 years of office experience, and proficiency with MS Office. Expect a dependable, team‑oriented performer with solid organization and time‑management skills. Competitive hourly pay and benefits available.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 1–2 years office/computer experience preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds and sit for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Greet walk-in guests and answer phones for plant and office.
• File and complete administrative and data entry tasks.
• Maintain PPE compliance and safe work environment.
• Manage orders, driver logs, and inter-plant billing.
• Support Plant Accountant as backup during absences.

Skills

Self-motivation, dependability, team

Learn new skills

MS Office

Basic Math

Professionalism

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Energetic

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Job description

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

The Office Administratorserves a support and administrative function to the manufacturing plant and office by greeting walk-in guests, answering phones, filing and completing administrative and data entry projects.

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

• Practice proper PPE compliance and maintain a safe working record and environment

• Data entry support for manufacturing, freight and accounting

• Immediately communicate unsafe conditions, acts or injuries to Plant Manager

• Call management/answer multi-line phone

• Maintain and build job skills through company training programs

• Order confirmation and file management

• Enter driver trip tickets

• Common carrier/UPS billing

• Verify and audit driver logs

• Cash tracking for cash sales account

• Inter-plant billing

• Understand and practice ADS CORE VALUES

• Is responsible for providing backup duties for our Plant Accountant during absence

Job Skills:

This position should possess the following skills/knowledge:

• Self-motivation, dependability, team oriented

• Ability to learn new skills

• Intermediate computer skills (MS Office)

• Basic Mathematical skills

• Professionalism

• Strong interpersonal skills

• Energetic

• Strong organization and time management

Educational Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent

Preferred Experience:

• 1-2 years office/computer experience

Physical Requirements:

• Employee will be lifting heavy objects and must have the ability to lift 25 pounds

• Employee will be sitting for a specified amount of time and must have the ability to sit at a minimum for 8 hours

Hourly Range:$22.75-$29.25Individual pay may vary and is determined by work location, shift, and factors such as job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. ADS offers competitive compensation, professional development opportunities, and competitive medical and retirement benefit programs.

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.