Manager Plant Services Group

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 Plant Services Group (PSG) Manager to join our team! In this role, you will lead a traveling technical team that supports the construction of manufacturing facilities, equipment installation, troubleshooting, and corrugated pipe processing across the US and Canada. If you are passionate about industrial equipment and maintenance, we would love to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

• Recruit and develop engineers and technicians for capital projects and manufacturing sites.
• Coordinate and schedule team members for equipment and facility projects, and continuous improvement efforts.
• Lead sourcing and installation of critical plant support equipment (e.g., chillers, compressors, vacuum pumps).
• Participate in Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and Continuous Improvement Kaizen events.
• Provide emergency troubleshooting to expedite plant production return.
• Work with plant teams to plan and execute field rebuilds of worn equipment.
• Define and execute plant support projects to meet internal customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Prefer minimum 2-year Associate's Degree in an applicable field.
• Training in lean manufacturing and systematic problem solving is a plus.
• At least 7 years of experience in Maintenance or Engineering in an industrial environment.
• Experience designing industrial equipment layouts, including plumbing and material handling systems.
• Experience leading a technical team of five or more members.
• Plastic processing experience is a plus.
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs.
• Work safely in and around plant equipment.
• Ability to stand for long hours on the production floor.
• Work safely around construction sites.
• Work within plant climate conditions.
• Travel over 50% - valid US passport required.

Skills & Competencies

• Operational knowledge of industrial equipment and maintenance.
• Experience in lean manufacturing and systematic problem solving.
• Vendor relations and negotiation experience.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Project).
• Strong project management skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• System-level equipment and facility troubleshooting.

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Health & Welfare Benefits: Medical and prescription drug plans, telemedicine (with medical plan), High-Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) and Health Savings Account (HSA), 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.