2nd Shift Supervisor Maintenance

February 28, 2026

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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.

Responsibilities:

The Plant Maintenance Supervisor oversees and performs the preventive and reactive maintenance duties required for the manufacturing operations of the plant. Priorities of the Maintenance Supervisor include management and execution of PM schedules, repair of any equipment that is needed to maintain maximum production rates and maintenance of an adequate spare parts inventory. A Plant Maintenance Supervisor generally supervises a department including Maintenance Technicians. This position requires the flexibility to work 40+ hours per week, weekends as required and also fulfill on-call duties for repairs and assistance.

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

Practice proper PPE compliance and maintain a safe working record and environment
Maintain adequate inventories of spare parts and equipment
Immediately communicate unsafe conditions, acts or injuries to Production Manager
Ensure that all equipment is kept in a proper and safe working condition
Practice proper forklift operation and preventive maintenance
Direct and ensure that all scheduled Preventive Maintenance duties are completed
Maintain facility housekeeping
Communicate with all plant personnel
Maintain and build job skills through company training programs
Communicate with ADS support services
Troubleshoot and repair equipment that is not operating properly
Assist with ADS support service team projects
Effectively manage UPTIME performance
Understand and practice ADS CORE VALUES

Job Skills:

Basic industrial mechanical, electrical, plumbing and pneumatic skills including troubleshooting
Understand purpose and proper use of small hand and power tools
Understanding of ADS manufacturing process including troubleshooting
Strong time management and task prioritization skills
Inventory management
Self-motivation
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work with and communicate to other plant personnel
Facility organization
Basic computer skills

Educational Requirements:

High School/Vocational School Diploma or equivalent

Preferred Experience:

Prior maintenance supervision

Physical Requirements:

Ability to lift 75 pounds
Ability to perform physical labor for extended periods of time in temperature extremes
Position requires full range of body motion including twisting, bending, reaching, squatting and ability to mount/dismount industrial equipment and vehicles

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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