Drain Basin Puller - 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.


Drain Basin Puller

US-TX-Hempstead

Job ID: 2025-19724
Type: Regular Full-Time
# of Openings: 1
Category: Nyloplast
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

The Drain Basin Puller is responsible for properly identifying the correct dimensions of a drain basin outlet and fabricating a pulled stub for the eventual installation of a drain basin branch.  The parameters of such a pull must be maintained in a controlled temperature environment such that the basin body is heated to a formable temperature and then cooled after the pull to a solid state so that the resulting inner dimensions of the pull is receptive to the outer dimensions of the drain basin branch.  Daily communication regarding department performance with Production Manager is required.  Ultimate goal is to produce high quality parts with minimum downtime in the most safe and economical manner. The Drain Basin Puller must be flexible to work 40+ hours per week. The Drain Basin Puller reports directly to the Production Manager.

 

Job Responsibilities:

The tasks, duties, and responsibilities of the Drain Basin Puller include, but are not limited to:

• Monitor in the incoming quality and specifications of the raw material such that all parameters meet the dimensions of the sales order
• Ensure the accuracy of the pull by correctly identifying the proper pull tooling based on the type of branch called for on the sales order
• Ensure safe operations of all machines by following specified safety guidelines
• Careful operation of basin heater pads such that the basins are heated to a formable temperature
• Work intimately with the Drain Basin Layout Operator to manage incoming raw material to department
• Proper set up and maintenance of equipment used in the department
• Support Production Manager in daily activities
• Seek improvements in production efficiencies
• Monitor the quality of products produced and ensure that all initial products are approved by the Quality Manager.
• Understand and practice ADS CORE VALUES 

Job Skills:

The Drain Basin Puller should possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• Ability to organize procedural steps in order to maximize production capacity through multi-tasking operations in producing multiple basins, simultaneously
• Operational knowledge of hydraulic presses
• Ability to lift product up to 40 pounds
• Attention to detail
• Work well under stress and pressure of fast paced production environment
• Maintain a clean working environment and minimize product clutter
• Able to start and finish detailed projects with minimal supervision
• Mathematical skills

Educational Requirements:

• High School education or equivalent.  

Preferred Experience:

• Manufacturing experience in a production/shop floor environment
• Prior hydraulic press experience a plus

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift a maximum of 100 lbs
• Ability to perform labor in extreme temperatures and temperature changes for long periods of time
• Must be able to sit or stand for long periods of time
• Position requires full range of body movement including lifting, twisting, bending, reaching, pulling and pushing
• Ability to mount and dismount industrial equipment
   
   

 

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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