Sewing Operator in Naperville, Illinois at Advanced Drainage Systems

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.
Sewing Operator

US-IL-Naperville

Job ID: 2026-22084
Type: Regular Full-Time
# of Openings: 1
Category: Manufacturing
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 Industrial Sewer will be responsible for sewing filter bags used on the FLEXSTORM product line

Primary Job Responsibilities:

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

• Operate industrial sewing machines to join pre-cut patterns; align materials and complete filter bag sewing on 5 thread overlocking and single needle walking foot machines.
• Create new and custom bag patterns for non-stocked sizes.
• Cut bag patterns of multiple materials and layers using hand held rotary blade.
• Report any equipment or safety concerns immediately to assure a safe work environment.
• Follow production schedules and priorities.
• Monitor and maintain stock bag inventory levels and communicate daily with shop supervisor.
• Perform additional responsibilities as requested.
• Understand and practice ADS CORE VALUES.

Job Skills:

This position should possess the following skills/knowledge:

• Inspect parts during assembly and upon completion to assure compliance with established product quality criteria.
• Speed and Accuracy operating all sewing equipment
• Make minor repairs to assigned machines.
• Ability to work in high pressure situations
• Adjust machines to stitch various types of fabrics.

Educational Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred

Preferred Experience:

• 2-5 years experience operating heavy duty industrial walking foot sewing machines

Physical Requirements:

• Be capable of lifting 40 lb 4’ long rolls of fabric onto cutting racks at shoulder height

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.