Advanced Drainage Systems
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Overview
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.
The Yard Manager supervises and directs the work activities of all Yard personnel involved in the shipping, receiving and handling of product. This position provides leadership and direction in loading and unloading techniques, receiving procedures, yard organization, inventory handling and control, yard vehicle maintenance and the promotion of a safe working environment. A Yard Manager generally supervises a department of up to 15 Yard Loaders. The Yard Manager is involved with all plant personnel including hiring, employee development, terminations and disciplinary actions. This position requires the flexibility to work 40+ hours per week and weekends as required. The Yard Manager reports directly to the Plant Manager. Primary Job Responsibilities:
Practice proper PPE compliance and maintain a safe working record and environment
Facilitation of departmental communication and meetings
Immediately communicate unsafe conditions, acts or injuries to Plant Manager
Conducting cycle-counts
Practice proper forklift and yard vehicle operation and preventive maintenance
Management of product rotation
Maintain yard housekeeping, organization and layout
Assurance of maximized payloads
Maintain and build job skills through company training programs
Ensuring departmental policy compliance
Communication with Dispatcher regarding relative issues
Management of departmental training
Organization of daily loading sequence
Department personnel administration
Yard vehicle maintenance schedule compliance
Maximization of departmental labor efficiencies
Minimization of loading errors
Coordination of DOT stock lots
Minimization of departmental overtime
Finished Goods quality inspections
Management of product conversions
Confirmation of customer orders (ASN)
Management of yard organization, layout and map
Management of L/MH certification programs
Management of CPU’s and RMA’s
Understand and practice ADS CORE VALUES
Promote a positive and transparent work environment
Ensure proper management of operating supply purchases via the internal PO system or company credit card
Professionalism and leadership skills
Familiarity with BOM products
Time management and organizational skills
Operating system functions including inventory & order entry procedures
Communication skills
Knowledge of all ADS products
Familiarity with miscellaneous & resale products
Freight management
Inventory management
Receiving procedures
Mathematical skills
Knowledge of local shipping regulations
Forklift & OTR vehicle driving skills
High School Diploma or equivalentVocational or Associates Degree preferred
3-5 years experience as an ADS Yard Loader
Supervisory experience
Ability to repeatedly lift 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 for extended periods of time in temperature extremes
Ability to use hands, arms and legs to physically handle and transport finished goods
Position requires full range of body motion 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), 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
EEO Statement
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.
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