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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.


Manager Audit, Process, & Equipment

US-OH-Hilliard

Job ID: 2025-20122
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

We are seeking a Manager of Auditing, Process and Equipment to lead ADS's internal quality audit program and ensure standardization of critical-to-quality equipment across our network. This role drives continuous improvement by managing audit systems, certifying auditors, overseeing document revisions, and partnering with regional teams to resolve audit findings. If you are passionate about quality systems and operational excellence, we'd love to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

• Own and continuously improve the internal quality audit program, including standards and checklists.
• Certify and maintain proficiency of internal quality auditors; validate consistency across facilities.
• Analyze audit data to identify systemic issues and lead network-wide problem-solving initiatives.
• Review and approve root cause analyses and corrective actions for audit findings.
• Manage document revision and retention processes to ensure compliance with ADS and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee critical-to-quality equipment inventory; ensure standardization and deployment of equipment changes across the network (e.g., compression testers, impact testers, wireless tools, carbon ovens).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical, Plastics, Industrial, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience in Quality and Auditing.
• 5+ years of experience in quality and compliance, preferably in manufacturing; plastic extrusion/molding experience is a plus.
• Proven success in audit system transformation and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills across all organizational levels.
• Analytical and systematic problem-solving abilities.
• Experience with internal auditing programs and Quality Management Systems.
• Ability to develop and implement SOPs and drive continuous improvement.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills; resilience and resourcefulness.

Other Requirements

• Ability to travel up to 50% to support plant needs.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.
• Comfortable working in varied climate conditions at plant locations.

 

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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.

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