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Company Benefits: Health & Welfare Benefits: Medical and prescription drug plans, telemedicine (with medical plan), High-Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) and Health Savings Account (HSA), dental and vision plans, virtual physical therapy*, an employee assistance program (EAP)*, and voluntary accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnification programs. Why Join ADS?: Growth Opportunities & Global Presence: With a global network of approximately 70 manufacturing plants and 40 distribution centers, ADS offers extensive opportunities for career growth and development in various locations around the world.

Overview:
<p style="margin-bottom:4pt">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.</p>

Responsibilities:
<p style="margin:0px">A Yard Loader is responsible for safely and accurately loading and unloading all deliveries made and received by ADS. A Yard Loader must demonstrate safe and proper vehicle operation at all times.  This position also interacts with company and non-company drivers as well as will-call customers and should display excellent customer service skills. This position requires the flexibility to work 40+ hours per week and weekends as required. Loaders report directly to the Yard Supervisor and/or Yard Manager.</p><p style="margin:0px"> </p><p style="margin:0px"><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><p style="margin:0px">The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:</p><ul><li><div style="margin:0px">Embrace a culture of safety. We expect our people to communicate unsafe conditions, acts or injuries immediately</div></li><li><div style="margin:0px">Maintain a safe working environment that includes the consistent use of Personal Protection Equipment to ensure your safety</div></li><li><div style="margin:0px">Safely operate a forklift and conduct preventative maintenance on forklifts and other machines in the plant</div></li><li><div style="margin:0px">Ensure quality by conducting final visual inspections and labeling all finished goods</div></li><li><div style="margin:0px">Promote good customer service skills when loading and unloading deliveries while minimizing errors</div></li><li><div style="margin:0px">Ensure proper product rotation and tracking of inventory levels</div></li><li><div style="margin:0px">Ability to learn and stay current on pipe specifications and packaging requirements</div></li><li><div style="margin:0px">Practice continuous improvement with regard to process and facility housekeeping</div></li><li><div style="margin:0px">Invest in your career with ADS. Build and maintain job skills and additional earning potential through company training programs</div></li><li>Other duties as assigned</li></ul><p style="margin:0px"><strong>Job Skills:</strong></p><p style="margin:0px">This position should possess the following skills/knowledge:</p><ul><li><div style="margin:0px">Self-motivated and the ability to work independently</div></li><li><div style="margin:0px">Energetic and thrive in a fast paced environment</div></li><li><div style="margin:0px">Basic inventory management skills</div></li><li><div style="margin:0px">Forklift operation</div></li><li><div style="margin:0px">Dependability</div></li><li><div style="margin:0px">Ability to learn new skills</div></li><li><div style="margin:0px">Team-oriented</div></li><li><div style="margin:0px">Basic mathematical skills</div></li></ul><p style="margin:0px"><strong>Educational Requirements:</strong></p><ul><li><div style="margin:0px">High School Diploma or equivalent</div></li></ul><p style="margin:0px"><strong>Preferred Experience:</strong></p><ul><li><div style="margin:0px">Previous warehouse, industrial or manufacturing experience </div></li></ul><p style="margin:0px"><strong>Benefits</strong></p><p style="margin:0px">We offer a competitive salary and an excellent benefits program including:</p><ul><li><div style="margin:0px">Medical</div></li><li><div style="margin:0px">Dental</div></li><li><div style="margin:0px">Vision</div></li><li><div style="margin:0px">Flexible Spending Accounts (Health Care and Dependent Care)</div></li><li><div style="margin:0px">Company-Paid Life and AD&D Insurance</div></li><li><div style="margin:0px">Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Programs</div></li><li><div style="margin:0px">Profit Sharing Plan (401k) </div></li><li><div style="margin:0px">Paid Holidays/ Vacation Days</div></li><li><div style="margin:0px">Bereavement Pay</div></li><li><div style="margin:0px">Jury Duty</div></li><li><div style="margin:0px">Military Leave</div></li></ul>

Company Benefits::
<p style="margin-bottom:4pt"><strong>Health & Welfare Benefits:</strong> Medical and prescription drug plans, telemedicine (with medical plan), High-Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) and Health Savings Account (HSA), dental and vision plans, virtual physical therapy*, an employee assistance program (EAP)*, and voluntary accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnification programs.</p><p style="margin-bottom:4pt"> </p><p style="margin-bottom:4pt"> <strong>Financial Benefits:</strong> Retirement 401k program with company match, an employee stock purchase plan (voluntary), financial wellness planning*, paid parental leave*, flexible spending accounts (FSA) for child care and health care, short-term and long-term disability*, basic life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D)*, adoption financial reimbursement*, tuition reimbursement*, voluntary life insurance (for employees, spouses, and children), and voluntary identity theft and fraud protection. </p><p style="margin-bottom:4pt">*100% paid by ADS.</p>

Why Join ADS?:
<p style="margin-bottom:4pt"><strong>Growth Opportunities & Global Presence: </strong>With a global network of approximately 70 manufacturing plants and 40 distribution centers, ADS offers extensive opportunities for career growth and development in various locations around the world.</p><p style="margin-bottom:4pt"><strong>Inclusive and Creative Work Culture: </strong>ADS fosters a culture of passion, innovation, and continuous improvement, empowering employees to shape industry-leading solutions. We value diverse perspectives, recognizing that they drive better ideas, processes, and performance. Our workplace is built on respect, inclusivity, and shared responsibility, ensuring every team member feels valued and contributes to our collective success.</p><p style="margin-bottom:4pt"><strong>Innovative & Sustainability Focused: </strong>Advanced Drainage Systems is one of the largest plastic recyclers in North America, ensuring over half a billion pounds of plastic is kept out of landfills every year.</p><p style="margin-bottom:4pt"><strong>Learn More:</strong> https://www.adspipe.com/about-us</p>

EEO Statement:
<p style="margin:0px">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.</p>

Advanced Drainage Systems

Yard Loader

Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D)

Continuous Improvement

Customer Support/Service

Distribution Services

Diversity

Forklift

Housekeeping/Cleaning

Insurance

Inventory Levels

Inventory Management

Loaders

Loading/Unloading

Manufacturing

Mathematics

Preventative Maintenance

Recycling

Safety/Work Safety

Sustainability

Training Program

Warehousing

[AW]-iCims

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, 2-3 years manufacturing experience preferred, strong communication, organization, and teamwork skills. Responsibilities include preparing vinyl lineals, cutting and machining vinyl and metal with CNC equipment, and assembling windows and patio doors.

<p>The Loader role involves ensuring safety, quality, and productivity in manufacturing tasks. Responsibilities include preparing vinyl lineals, cutting and machining vinyl and metal with CNC equipment, and assembling windows and patio doors. The position requires self-motivation, problem-solving, and adherence to SOPs, with a focus on continuous improvement.<br/><br/>Working conditions are climate-controlled manufacturing and office areas. Candidates must lift up to 50lbs, stand/walk for 10 hours, and work overtime as needed. Tasks include inspecting materials, maintaining a clean work environment, palletizing, loading trucks, and verifying shipment accuracy. <br/><br/>Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, 2-3 years manufacturing experience preferred, strong communication, organization, and teamwork skills. Candidates should be safety-conscious, detail-oriented, and able to multitask effectively.</p>

JELD-WEN Holding

LOADER

CNC (Computerized Numerical Control) Systems

Communication Skills

Detail Oriented

High School Diploma

Lift/Move 50 Pounds

Machining

Multitasking

Organizational Skills

Problem Solving Skills

Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)

Team Player

Hire Recruits

OTHER

Manually loads a variety of materials into various recycling machines to meet established goals utilizing forklift/ pallet jack/ hand tools/ power tools into empty storage bins/boxes. • Day or night shift; rotating 12-hour shifts, resulting in 36 hours one week, 48 hours the next week; every other weekend.

<p><strong>General</strong></p><p>Night Shift Position 2-2-3 Schedule </p><p>•	Manually loads a variety of materials into various recycling machines to meet established goals utilizing forklift/ pallet jack/ hand tools/ power tools into empty storage bins/boxes.</p><p>•	Maintain consistent feed of material into machine.</p><p>•	Assist Recycling operator when necessary.</p><p>•	Complete necessary paperwork throughout the shift. (Production Data, Whiteboard, PM Log, etc.)</p><p>•	Maintains a clean and organized work area, assisting with machine cleaning and operator PMs.</p><p>•	Inspect the quality of incoming materials at the machine and notify lead / supervisor of any non-conformities.</p><p>•	Follows process for verification of raw materials and ability to identify different types of scrap. </p><p>•	Properly label finished goods and stage material accordingly with forklift/ pallet jack.</p><p>•	Attends and participates in meetings at shift change, and month-end inventories when necessary.</p><p>•	Other duties as assigned.</p><p>Physical Demands/Requirements</p><p>•	Must be able to stand, stoop, reach, grasp, sit or stand for long periods of time, and lift up to a maximum of 50 lbs. safely.</p><p>•	Noise level in materials area at times can be loud and requires hearing protection.</p><p>•	Must be willing and able to abide by all safety policies including LOTO.</p><p>•	Day or night shift; rotating 12-hour shifts, resulting in 36 hours one week, 48 hours the next week; every other weekend. Work is required on most holidays.</p><p>•	Adherence to GMP’s, SOP’s, and 6S requirements. </p><p>Requirements</p><p>•	Attention to detail and situational awareness.</p><p>•	Have a general understanding of work areas: Extrusion, Granulation, and Compounding.</p><p>•	Ability to perform basic math skills, such as addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.</p><p>•	Extrusion, shredding, grinding background a plus.</p><p>•	High school diploma or equivalent.</p><p>•	Ability to read, understand and follow written and verbal communications.</p><p>•	Attention to detail.</p><p>•	Effective and efficient time management, problem solving, and critical thinking skills.</p><p>•	Obtain forklift license through Axjo training program to perform jobs as required.</p><p>•	Ability to use basic hand / power tools following safety guidelines.</p>

Axjo Group

Material Loader

Extrusion

Forklift License

GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices)

Grinding

Hand Tools

Pallet Jack

Presentation/Verbal Skills

Set Goals

Time Management

Teamtailor

Operate all assigned equipment such as (but not limited to): front-end loaders, skid steers, track loaders, articulating loaders, rubber tire wheel loaders, and excavators, in a safe and proficient manner in accordance with company’s policies, procedures, and directives. Position Overview: As part of our dedicated team, the Equipment Operator is responsible for safely and effectively operating heavy equipment to load, offload or transport landscape supplies such as mulch, topsoil, soil amendments, and raw materials.

Company Overview:
<p style="margin:11pt 0in 0in 0in">SiteOne Landscape Supply is the largest national distributor of landscaping products across the United States and Canada. As a leading supplier of wholesale goods for green industry professionals, we have a long history of serving those who design, build, and maintain outdoor spaces – from lawns and gardens to golf courses, sport fields and more. We pride ourselves on knowing our customers and their business better than anyone else and providing them with a one-stop shop of extensive inventory covering irrigation, lighting, turf and landscape maintenance, hardscapes, nursery, and pest control supplies.</p><p style="margin:11pt 0in 0in 0in"> </p><p style="margin-bottom:0in">At SiteOne, we are passionate about delivering an outstanding customer experience and will stop at nothing to help our customers win. We know that our associates are the key to this success, and our commitment to the SiteOne DNA and support for our associates through development programs, benefits, and perks align with our vision to "Be a Great Place to Work for Our Associates". We foster a culture of safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement. With over 700 locations and exciting expansion ahead, now is the perfect time to join SiteOne and grow Stronger Together!</p>

Position Overview:
<p style="margin:0px">As part of our dedicated team, the Equipment Operator is responsible for safely and effectively operating heavy equipment to load, offload or transport landscape supplies such as mulch, topsoil, soil amendments, and raw materials. The Equipment Operator performs assigned tasks while maintaining situational awareness and a level of proficiency that minimizes the risk of personal injury or property damage.</p><p style="margin:0px"> </p><p style="margin:0px"><strong>What you’ll do:</strong></p><ul><li>Operate all assigned equipment such as (but not limited to): front-end loaders, skid steers, track loaders, articulating loaders, rubber tire wheel loaders, and excavators, in a safe and proficient manner in accordance with company’s policies, procedures, and directives.</li><li>Clean and maintain equipment as scheduled and/or required.</li><li>Advise branch leadership of any requirements for equipment maintenance and/or repairs.</li><li>Assist with other duties assigned by management. Such duties may include (but are not limited to): receiving materials, inventory, order processing/fulfillment, and other general labor tasks.</li></ul>

Skills We Are Seeking::
<ul><li>Experience operating equipment such as front-end loaders, skid steers, track loaders, articulating loaders, rubber tire wheel loaders, and/or excavators, strongly preferred</li><li>Knowledge of proper safety and maintenance protocols of the equipment aforementioned</li><li>Must be able to frequently lift 50 pounds or more</li><li>Must be capable of working in extreme weather conditions such as heat, cold, snow, rain, etc.</li><li>Experience in the landscape, hardscape, forestry, nursery, or irrigation industry is a plus</li><li>Ability to read and write to record daily logs and maintain daily equipment checklists</li><li>High school diploma or equivalent</li><li>Must be 18 years of age or older</li></ul><p style="margin:0px"><strong>Compensation & Benefits:</strong></p><ul><li>Competitive Compensation</li><li>Medical, Dental and Vision plans</li><li>Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays</li><li>DailyPay available!</li><li>401k with company match</li><li>Tuition Reimbursement</li><li>Lucrative Associate Referral Program</li><li>Company Apparel and Work Boot Vouchers</li><li>Opportunity for Advancement</li><li>Paid Training and Business Certifications Available</li><li>Free Counseling Services/Employee Assistance Program</li><li>Life Insurance and Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance</li><li>Product Discounts</li><li>Most Branches never work Sundays!</li></ul><p style="margin:0px"> </p><p style="margin:0px">THE INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN IS NOT INTENDED TO BE AN EXHAUSTIVE LIST OF ALL RESPONSIBILITIES, DUTIES AND QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED OF INDIVIDUALS PERFORMING THE JOB. THE QUALIFICATIONS DETAILED IN THIS JOB DESCRIPTION ARE NOT CONSIDERED THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS NECESSARY TO PERFORM THE JOB, BUT RATHER AS GUIDELINES. THEY MAY VARY FROM POSITION TO POSITION.</p><p style="margin:0px"> </p><p style="margin:0px"><strong>SiteOne Landscape Supply is strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all associates and all applicants for employment. All employment decisions at SiteOne-including those relating to hiring, promotion, transfers, benefits, compensation, placement, and termination-will be made without regard to race, color, national origin, genetic information, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, religion, age, veteran status, uniform service, pregnancy, disability, or any other factor protected by applicable law.</strong></p><p style="margin:0px">If you are ever unsure whether a message is really from SiteOne, here’s how to protect yourself from recruiting scams:</p><ul><li class="x_MsoNormal">SiteOne will <strong>never</strong> ask for payment, sensitive personal info, or documents over email, messaging apps., or interviews</li><li class="x_MsoNormal">All SiteOne job openings and updates will be posted on our official careers page: <strong><u><a href="https://careers.siteone.com/" rel="noopener nofollow noreferrer" target="_blank" title="https://careers.siteone.com/">https://careers.siteone.com/</a></u></strong></li><li class="x_MsoNormal">SiteOne job related emails will be sent with a @siteone.com. All other variations are likely fraudulent.</li><li class="x_MsoNormal">You can always reach our SiteOne team directly at <strong><p>Recruiting@siteone.com</p></strong> to confirm</li></ul><p style="margin:0px"> </p><p style="margin:0px">Starting pay will depend on factors such as location and experience, and will always meet or exceed applicable state and local minimum wage laws.</p>

SiteOne Landscape Supply

Equipment Operator

Compensation and Benefits

Corporate Policies

Customer Experience

Dental Insurance

Employee Assistance Plan

Equipment Maintenance/Repair

Excavator

Forestry

Heavy Equipment/Vehicles

Landscaping

Leadership

Maintenance Services

Order Processing

Order/Customer Fulfillment

Personal Injury

Pest Control

Risk Management

Shipping/Receiving

Skid Steer Loader

Track Loader

Vision Plan

Wheel/Front-End Loader

Wholesale Industry

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