Fabricator - Military veterans preferred

Advanced Drainage Systems

EEO Statement:

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.


Fabricator

US-TX-Ennis

Job ID: 2025-19217
Type: Regular Full-Time
# of Openings: 1
Category: Manufacturing
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

Primary Job Responsibilities:

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

• Abide by all safe practices and procedures.
• Independently conducts quality audits
• Continuous involvement in Fabrication/Plant programs and Lean initiatives
• Extrusion welding – all fittings through 24”;       
• Hot plate welding – multi-miter bends and tees
• Actively pursuing Plastic Fabricator - Advanced
• Material handling and scrap management
• Engage in cross-functional training
• Material preparation and product finishing
• Product knowledge – Plastic Fab Basic Level
• Equipment Operation – Plastic Fab Basic Level and actively conducting preventive maintenance
• Adherence to all quality standards and conducts quality audits.
• Practice proper forklift operation and preventive maintenance
• Specifications – Plastic Fab Basic Level
• Communication with the Fab Support Group
• Assists with training of Assembler position
• Understand and practice ADS Core Values 

Job Skills:

This position should possess the following skills/knowledge:

• Strong housekeeping skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Mathematics – Geometry; Drawing interpretation
• Welder repair – Basic level
• Hand and Power Tools – Plastic Fab Basic Level
• Decision making and problem solving abilities
   

Educational Requirements:

High School Diploma or equivalent

 

Preferred Experience:

• Carpentry or trade apprenticeship or experience
• Metal fabrication or welding
   

Physical Requirements:

• The employee will lift and move heavy items, which will require the ability to repeatedly lift 50 pounds to a height of 6 feet
• The employee will be working specified shifts and moving around at all times, which will require the ability to stand and be mobile for a minimum of 8 continuous hours
• Facilities can be extremely hot or cold at times, so the employee must have the ability to perform physical labor for extended periods of time in temperature extremes
• The employee will be handling materials daily, which requires the ability to use hands, arms and legs to physically handle and transport finished goods
• The Position requires full range of body motion on a daily basis including twisting, bending, reaching, squatting and ability to mount/dismount industrial equipment and vehicles
   

Leadership Competencies



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.

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.



Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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