Plant Operations Leader: Safety, Lean & Growth

Advanced Drainage Systems, Inc.; Harrisonville (MO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) with match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid parental leave

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

Advanced Drainage Systems, Inc. is seeking a Plant Manager to oversee operations, safety, and production across shifts. You will drive continuous improvement, manage staffing, and align plant goals with corporate strategies.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and 10+ years of managerial experience in manufacturing, with strong leadership and communication abilities. Travel ~10% is expected, and you will collaborate with EHS, Supply Chain, Engineering, and Quality teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or significant manufacturing and management experience.
• 10+ years of managerial experience in a production environment.
• Proven leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Strong operational skills and knowledge of lean business practices.
• Ability to drive results in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work as a team leader/member with diverse groups.
• Regularly required to sit, stand, reach, bend, and move about the facility.
• Occasionally lift and move up to 25 lbs.
• Travel – 10%.

Responsibilities

• Oversee plant operations with a strong focus on safety, quality, productivity, cost, delivery, and staffing.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean principles and data-driven problem-solving.
• Implement standardized processes and work practices to drive discipline and accountability.
• Manage staffing, succession planning, and leadership development across shifts.
• Coach frontline leaders to strengthen decision-making and team performance.
• Engage with EHS, Supply Chain, Engineering, Maintenance, and Quality teams to align plans.
• Communicate plant performance clearly to stakeholders and drive KPI improvements.
• Support regional initiatives and enterprise projects aligned with corporate priorities.

Skills

Leadership

Lean manufacturing

Strategic planning

People management

Communication skills

Safety compliance

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Advanced Drainage Systems, Inc. is seeking a Plant Manager to oversee operations, safety, and production across shifts. You will drive continuous improvement, manage staffing, and align plant goals with corporate strategies.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and 10+ years of managerial experience in manufacturing, with strong leadership and communication abilities. Travel ~10% is expected, and you will collaborate with EHS, Supply Chain, Engineering, and Quality teams.