Press Operator III

Advanced Drainage Systems, Inc.; New Miami (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Retirement plan

Paid holidays/vacation days

Job summary

Advanced Drainage Systems, Inc. is seeking a Press Line Operator to perform daily production line tasks, maintain quality, and ensure safety. The role involves operating heavy machinery and band saws, maintaining equipment, and completing production paperwork. Weekend shifts and 40+ hour weeks are required.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent and be able to lift up to 75 lbs. Training programs and ADS core values support ongoing skill development and safety adherence.

Qualifications

• Experience operating manufacturing equipment and general maintenance.
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical issues and perform repairs.
• Proficient using hand tools and shop equipment.
• Experience with band saws and heavy machinery in a safe manner.
• Strong reading, writing and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Meet ADS quality specifications for all products produced.
• Operate and maintain production lines and equipment.
• Complete shift production and reporting paperwork.
• Maintain safety and PPE compliance; communicate unsafe conditions.
• Assist with preventive maintenance programs as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Heavy machinery operation

Hand tools operation

Troubleshooting

Analytical thinking

Written & verbal communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Band saw

Manufacturing tools

Job description

Responsibilities

Primary Purpose:

A Press Line Operator is responsible for performing and maintaining the daily activities associated with a production line. This includes housekeeping, safety, quality, maintaining production efficiencies, repair and maintenance and minimizing downtime. This position requires the flexibility to work 40+ hours per week, varying shifts, and weekends as required. A Press Line III Operator reports directly to the shift Production Supervisor.

Primary Job Responsibilities:(This list may not include all the duties assigned)

• Meet ADS and ASSHTO quality specifications for all products produced
• Must be comfortable with heavy machinery, intricate band saw, and hand tools
• Be able to use hand tools, and saws to scale product for proper fittings
• Maintain ability to operate various production lines and processes effectively; earn certifications
• Meet or exceed standard production efficiencies on all large blow molding lines
• Completion of shift production and reporting paperwork
• Maintain and build job skills through company training programs and understand and practice ADS Core Values
• Physically Able to handle lifting 75lbs and heavy machinery
• Practice proper PPE compliance and maintain a safe working record and environment
• Immediately communicate unsafe conditions, or injuries to the Production Supervisor.
• Assist with Preventative Maintenance program as required
• Maintain facility housekeeping
• Perform other duties as assigned

Job skills:

• Previous manufacturing machine operation, or extrusion experience preferred, not required
• Mechanical troubleshooting and repair ability
• Ability to operate hand tools
• Ability to operate heavy machinery, i.e. band saws in a safe manner
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication skills, reading and writing skills
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Prerequisite: meet all press operator II requirements

Physical requirements:

• Must be able left and move heavy items repeatedly up to 75 lbs and height of 6 ft.
• This position requires full range of body motion on a daily basis including twisting, bending, reaching, squatting and ability to mount/dismount industrial equipment and vehicles.
• This position is handling machinery and hand tools daily, which requires the ability to use hands, arms and legs to transport material and finished goods.
• Must be able to bend, reach, kneel, stand and perform physical labor for extended periods of time
• Must pass Drug test, Background check.

Equipment / Tools:

• Hand tools, band saws
• Manufacturing tools

Benefits:

We offer a competitive salary and an excellent benefits program including:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Holidays/ Vacation Days
• And much more