Supervisor Production

Advanced Drainage Systems

Equal Employment Opportunity
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. 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.

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

Night Production Supervisor

is responsible for leading all aspects of safety, quality, people development, and production performance on their assigned shift. This role requires a proven people leader with strong manufacturing experience who can drive results through effective coaching, engagement, problem solving, and accountability, while maintaining a safe and efficient production environment.

The

Night Production Supervisor

is responsible for all aspects of safety, quality and production on his/her shift. The Production Supervisor is also responsible for the direct supervision and training of hourly employees on his/her shift. This position requires the flexibility to work various shifts, 40+ hours per week and weekends as required. A Production Supervisor reports directly to the Production Manager.

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

Safety & Compliance

Lead by example in practicing and enforcing proper PPE compliance and safe work behaviors

Maintain a strong safety culture; immediately report and address unsafe conditions, acts, or injuries

Ensure compliance with wired plant metrics, forklift operation requirements, and preventive maintenance standards

Promote employee involvement in safety observations and continuous improvement

People Leadership & Development

Provide direct supervision, coaching, and performance management of hourly employees

Ensure employees are properly trained and qualified in safety, quality, and job functions

Build strong employee relationships through effective communication, fairness, and consistency

Manage attendance, discipline, recognition, and corrective actions in alignment with company policies

Develop employee skills and bench strength through training, mentoring, and on‑the‑job development

Foster engagement and accountability while reinforcing ADS Core Values

Production & Workflow Management

Plan, allocate, and manage labor, materials, and equipment to meet daily production schedules

Meet or exceed standard production efficiencies across all production lines

Ensure timely and accurate completion of production, quality, and shift reporting documentation

Expedite product changeovers efficiently to minimize downtime

Maintain housekeeping standards that meet or exceed facility expectations

Quality Assurance

Ensure all products meet ADS and AASHTO quality specifications

Adhere to product sampling schedules and quality documentation requirements

Partner with Quality and Production Management to identify and resolve quality issues

Troubleshooting & Continuous Improvement

Troubleshoot mechanical, process, and workflow issues to meet production needs

Perform minor repairs and adjustments as required

Support and participate in preventive maintenance activities

Identify opportunities to improve safety, quality, efficiency, and employee performance

Practice proper PPE compliance and maintain a safe working record and environment

Job Skills

Strong people leadership, coaching, and conflict resolution skills

Proven ability to motivate teams and build accountability

Mechanical and process troubleshooting abilities

Solid decision‑making and problem‑solving skills in a fast‑paced environment

Working knowledge of extrusion or similar manufacturing processes (ADS experience preferred)

Ability to communicate effectively across all levels of the organization

Basic computer skills (production reporting, data entry, email)

ADS extrusion process knowledge

Educational Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent

Preferred Experience

1-2 years experience as ADS line operator or related experience

5-7+ supervisory or lead experience or related experience

Physical Requirements

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

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