Manager Fabrication

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.

We are looking for a Fabrication Manager to join our team! In this role, you will oversee the training, productivity, and motivation of a team of Plastic Fabricators in producing HDPE dual wall pipe fittings. If you are passionate about ensuring safety, productivity, quality, and cost control, we would love to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities:

• Implement and manage Fab Shop programs and policies.
• Hold regular production meetings with the team.
• Lead safety standards and seek improvements.
• Meet Fabrication Support Group reporting requirements.
• Lead Fab/Plant improvement programs and Lean initiatives.
• Ensure high product quality and seek cost and performance improvements.
• Communicate regularly with Sales, Service, Application Engineering, and Fab Service Specialists.
• Maintain production and efficiency standards.
• Lead equipment preventive maintenance programs.
• Manage raw material and finished goods inventory.
• Handle personnel administration, including hiring, development, and disciplinary actions.
• Assist with budget creation and manage operating costs.
• Maintain and build job skills through training programs.
• Understand and practice ADS Core Values.
• Satisfy local Plant reporting requirements.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent; vocational or college degree preferred.
• Supervisory training or related background.
• Industrial maintenance/mechanical experience.
• Master Fabricator Level preferred.
• 3-5 years of ADS/Fabrication experience.
• Ability to lift and move heavy items (75 pounds to a height of 6 feet).
• Ability to stand and be mobile for a minimum of 8 continuous hours.
• Ability to perform physical labor in extreme temperatures.
• Ability to handle materials using hands, arms, and legs.
• Full range of body motion, including twisting, bending, reaching, squatting, and mounting/dismounting industrial equipment and vehicles.

Skills & Competencies:

• Leadership and motivational skills.
• Ability to interpret basic drawings and orthographic projections.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• ADS cross-functional experience (yard and plant).
• Public speaking and presentation skills.
• Intermediate computer skills.
• Complete ADS Fab product/process knowledge.

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.