Sort Line

Infiltrator Water Technologies LLC; Fort Payne (AL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Infiltrator Water Technologies LLC in Fort Payne, Alabama, is seeking a Sort Line Operator to sort recycled plastics and feed grinders for the next processing stage.

You will work 40+ hours per week, with weekends as required, reporting to the Grind Line Supervisor. A high school diploma is required, with the ability to lift up to 50 pounds and comply with PPE. Forklift awareness and safety training are expected.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Forklift awareness and PPE compliance.
• Ability to learn new skills and work in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Manually sort recycled plastics and separate materials before grinders.
• Maintain and improve job skills through company training programs.
• Practice proper PPE compliance and maintain a safe work record.
• Assist with Preventive Maintenance as required.
• Report unsafe conditions or injuries to Supervisor immediately.
• Operate and maintain forklift as needed.
• Maintain facility housekeeping and cleanliness.
• Adhere to ADS CORE VALUES and company policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Self-motivation

Energetic

Dependability

Ability to learn new skills

Team oriented

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Infiltrator Water Technologies LLC

EEO Statement

Infiltrator Water Technologies LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Sort Line

US-AL-Fort Payne

Job ID: 2026-21846

Type: Regular Full-Time

# of Openings: 1

Category: Manufacturing

Fort Payne

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 Sort Line Operator is responsible for manually sorting recycled plastics to ensure that the correct material is sent to the grinders for processing. The Sort Line Operator is the first step in the quality assurance process of the plastic reprocessing operation. Sort Line Operators receive direction throughout their work shift from the Grind Line Supervisor. This position requires the flexibility to work 40+ hours per week and weekends as required. A Sort Line Operator reports directly to the Grind Line Supervisor.

• Manually remove material that should not enter the grinders and the next steps of the recycling process.
• Maintain and build job skills through company training programs
• Practice proper PPE compliance and maintain a safe working record and environment
• Assist with Preventive Maintenance program as required
• Immediately communicate unsafe conditions, acts or injuries to Supervisor
• Practice proper forklift operation and preventive maintenance
• Maintain facility housekeeping
• Understand and practice ADS CORE VALUES
• Perform other duties as assigned

Job Skills

This position should possess the following skills/knowledge:

• Self-motivation
• Energetic
• Dependability
• Ability to learn new skills
• Team oriented

Educational Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent

Physical Requirements

• The employee will lift and move heavy items, which will require the ability to repeatedly lift 50 pounds to a height of 6 feet
• The employee will be working specified shifts and moving around at all times, which will require the ability to stand and be mobile for a minimum of 8 continuous hours
• Facilities can be extremely hot or cold at times, so the employee must have the ability to perform physical labor for extended periods of time in temperature extremes
• The employee will be handling materials daily, which requires the ability to use hands, arms and legs to physically handle and transport material and finished goods
• The 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

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.

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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