Regional Quality Manager

Advanced Drainage Systems (ADS) 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..

We are seeking a Regional Quality Manager (RQM) to lead and manage a team of Quality Specialists within the region.

The Regional Quality Manager (RQM) is responsible for leading/managing the team of Quality Specialists in the respective region as well as implementing quality methods and protocol in accordance with ADS standards, AASHTO, ASTM, CSA and customer requirements. This person must demonstrate excellent leadership skills and work coherently with the plant leadership teams to ensure all compliance items are maintained and foster a zero audit (both internal and external) finding culture.

The RQM will provide technical support to critical business issues that arise in manufacturing and shipping by utilizing the quality tools of Pareto Analysis, Statistical Process Control (SPC), process mapping, and others as appropriate to improve total process quality.

This job will require up to 50% travel to support the quality specialists (QS) in supporting and evaluating their performance and interaction with plant leadership teams

Key Responsibilities

• Implement and manage company, AASHTO, ASTM, and CSA quality standards.
• Lead and manage QA labs and Quality Specialists' performance.
• Provide technical support for manufacturing and shipping issues using quality tools like Pareto Analysis and Statistical Process Control (SPC).
• Create and manage Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Work Instructions.
• Conduct Process Capability Studies and collaborate with Plant Leadership Teams to improve reliability.
• Ensure 6S standards are maintained in quality operations.
• Participate in Kaizen Events and implement quality-related daily management.
• Travel up to 50% to support and evaluate Quality Specialists and plant leadership teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Management, Manufacturing, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing/quality management.
• Prior management experience.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong leadership and team-building skills.
• Proficiency in statistics and problem-solving.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Competency in MS Office and Minitab.
• Organizational and time management skills.
• Experience with calibration programs.
• Mechanical aptitude.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to travel up to 50% of the time.
• Ability to work in an office setting and adapt to plant climate conditions.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and work safely around plant equipment.

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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.