Material Handling Specialist

2 days ago


Hastings, Hawke's Bay, New Zealand Advanced Drainage Systems, Inc. Full time

Company Overview

Advanced Drainage Systems, Inc. is a leading manufacturer of stormwater and onsite septic wastewater solutions. The company is committed to sustainability and innovation, with a vast manufacturing and distribution network delivering high-quality products across multiple industries.

The organization fosters a culture where diverse perspectives drive better ideas, ensuring every employee feels valued, heard, and empowered to make an impact.

Job Description

The Material Handling Specialist/Recycling Process Operator is responsible for transporting recycled plastics to the beginning of the reprocessing line using a forklift.

The incumbent also fills boxes with processed material and transports them to storage or prepares them for distribution.

This position requires flexibility to work 40+ hours per week and weekends as required.

The Material Handling Specialist/Recycling Process Operator reports directly to the Plant Manager.

Responsibilities

  • Transport recycled plastic to the beginning of the grind line for processing.
  • Fill boxes with processed material and transport to storage or prepare for distribution.
  • Maintain and build job skills through company training programs.
  • Understand and practice ADS CORE VALUE.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
  • Practice proper PPE compliance and maintain a safe working record and environment.
  • Immediately communicate unsafe conditions, acts or injuries to the Plant Manager.
  • Assist with Preventive Maintenance program as required.
  • Practice proper forklift operation and preventive maintenance.
  • Maintain facility housekeeping.

Required Skills and Qualifications

This position should possess the following skills/knowledge:

  • Self-motivation.
  • Energetic.
  • Dependability.
  • Ability to learn new skills.
  • Team oriented.
  • Basic math skills.

Benefits

ADS offers comprehensive benefits packages including health and welfare benefits, financial benefits, and opportunities for growth and development.

The company values diversity of thought, experience, and background, and celebrates the power of differences to create better solutions for customers.

ADS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, committed to ensuring that all qualified applicants 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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