Manager Regional Manufacturing (South Central) - Military veterans preferred

Advanced Drainage Systems

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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.


Manager Regional Manufacturing (South Central)

US-TX-Ennis

Job ID: 2025-19121
Type: Regular Full-Time
# of Openings: 1
Advanced Drainage Systems

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

This position is remote but candidate must live in the vicinity of Ennis, TX or Harrisonville, MO.

 

We are looking for a Regional Manufacturing Manager (RMM) to join our team! In this role, you will oversee manufacturing operations, logistics, and inventory within an assigned region. You will ensure safety, quality, service, productivity, and financial performance through effective leadership and collaboration with various departments. If you are passionate about lean transformation and continuous improvement, we would love to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain a culture of safety and continuous improvement.
• Drive lean transformation and adhere to the ADS operating system.
• Provide excellent customer service through high-quality standards and delivery expectations.
• Develop a strategic talent plan for all levels in the region.
• Promote positive employee engagement.
• Build and adhere to an annual budget aligned with strategy deployment.
• Lead the implementation of the Green Line Operating System (LEAN) and instill a metrics-driven approach.
• Communicate effectively across all functional departments.
• Travel 50% of the time.

Qualifications

• 4-year Bachelor of Science or Engineering degree preferred.
• 7-10 years of progressive leadership experience in an organization.
• 3-5 years of experience leading in a continuous improvement environment.
• Experience in logistics. 
• Experience with trend analysis, risk reduction, continuous improvement and/or LEAN principles desired.
• Bilingual in English/Spanish is a plus.

Skills & Competencies

• Excellent work ethic and self-starter.
• Ability to lead a LEAN transformation across a complex organization.
• Strong people management and leadership skills.
• Ability to drive change and influence others to achieve results.
• Exceptional communication skills at all levels of the organization.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to inspire and lead multiple locations remotely.
• Strong business acumen and analytical skills.
• Knowledge of inventory management.
• Knowledge of fleet operations.
• Strong computer skills.

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EEO Statement

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EEO StatementADS 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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