Orion Talent

Production Associate (Downstream Technician)

WHY JOIN ADS?

• Be a part of a well-established, growing business in Canada and Globally
• We are a company that cares about you
• Join a culture dedicated to a safe environment
• Build a career that provides growth opportunities & advancement

The Production Team Associate at our facilities play a key role in our production and quality success. We are looking for an individual who can operate with efficiently while maintaining an obsessive focus on safety and continuous improvement.

The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

• Work safely and follow all safety policies and procedures
• Troubleshoot process and mechanical problems, perform repairs and adjustments to meet production expectations
• Meet product quality specifications by conducting routine inspections and testing in adherence to compliance guidelines
• Conduct preventative maintenance on plant machines and extrusion platforms 
• Lead and/or assist with line changes, start-ups, shutdowns and equipment set-up
• Learn and stay current on pipe specifications and packaging requirements
• Practice continuous improvement and 6S, including facility housekeeping
• Tracking and maintaining quantity of units produced from the production line
• Packaging, bundling and wrapping of finished goods
• Ensure quality by conducting final visual inspections and labeling all finished goods
• Accurately and timely completion of shift production and reporting paperwork
• Ability to operate various production platforms and processes effectively
• Achieve expectations to meet standard production efficiencies and KPIs

• Self-motivated and the ability to work independently, while maintaining a strong team oriented environment
• Mechanical troubleshooting and repair abilities
• Ability to identify quality concerns in finished goods
• Dependable
• Thrives in a fast-paced environment, ability to maintain efficiency and pace
• Analytical thinking and problem solving
• Strong communication; reading and writing in English
• Basic Computer knowledge and understanding

Educational Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent

Preferred Experience:

• Previous Manufacturing experience
• Extrusion or plastics knowledge an asset

EOE

Advanced Drainage Systems 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.