Yard Administrator

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.

A Yard Administrator is responsible for preparing outgoing shipments and receiving incoming shipments. Their duties include organizing inventory for easy retrieval as new orders come in, reviewing incoming and outgoing shipment schedules to maintain productive operations and documenting changes to inventory.

Key responsibilities of the Yard Administrator:
• Maintain accurate inventory of consumable items with replenishment schedules.
• Back-up Office Administrator or fill in at front desk when needed
• Print/Confirm Pick lists for Customer Pick-ups
• Monitor shipping output for quality and accuracy
• Manage the movement of inbound material
• Manage the RMA process from the point of receiving a return
• Perform Oracle functions as inventory transfers/putaway/scrap not ground
• Work with ISC on inbound T03/IP’s/CC’s
• Assist Yard with daily Cycle Counts
• Perform LTL/UPS/FedEx inbound and outbound deliveries
• Understand and practice ADS CORE VALUES

Job Skills:
The Yard Administrator should possess the following skills/knowledge:
• Knowledge of inventory and supply chain management principles and techniques
• Ability to communicate at different levels within the organization
• AS/400 procedures and reports
• Ability to solve problems
• Delegation of assigned tasks
• Understand industry shipping standards including UPS, LTL, and dedicated trucking
• Leadership skills
• Able to start and finish detailed projects
• Basic computer skills
• Mathematical skills
• Strong interpersonal skills

Educational Requirements:
• High School Diploma/GED

Preferred Experience:
• Previous inventory, shipping, and receiving experience in high paced manufacturing
• Previous warehouse experience and customer service experience

Physical Requirements:
• The employee will lift and move heavy items, which will require the ability to repeatedly lift 75 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 8-12 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 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

Health & Welfare Benefits: Medical and prescription drug plans, telemedicine (with medical plan), 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.

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

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.