Machine Repair Specialist in New Miami, Ohio 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.
Machine Repair Specialist

US-OH-New Miami

Job ID: 2026-20487
Type: Regular Full-Time
# of Openings: 1
Category: Findlay & New Miami MTO
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

Applies a high level of technical skills in the areas of machine building, repair, and troubleshooting. Guides and directs the efforts of less experienced coworkers by applying a mastery of technical skills and knowledge. The specific duties and tasks required of this position reflect substantial variety and complexity. Also serves as a resource to others in the resolution of complex technical issues.

Primary Job Responsibilites:

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

• Possesses and applies a mastery of knowledge of the machinery repair trade, including machining, fabrication and welding, mechanical, electrical, and production process techniques.
• Acts as a primary lead technician on machinery and tooling repair projects. Assigns and directs work activities of technicians with no direct supervisory responsibilities for hiring, firing, disciplinary actions, or compensation.
• Possesses and applies an intermediate level of engineering theory to assist in troubleshooting and solving production equipment design problems.
• Designs, or assists in development of designs, for improvements to equipment for the purpose of increased reliability and enhanced functionality.
• Completes all job tasks in accordance with established company safety policy and governmental codes and procedures as defined by NEC, OSHA, JIC, etc.
• Inspects components from outside vendors to ensure conformance to engineering drawings, standards, and specifications.

Job Skills:

This position should possess the following skills/knowledge:

• Ability to plan, lay-out, and build machinery and tooling assemblies from engineering specifications, drawings, and sketches using a high degree of precision.
• Able to properly interpret precision measurement devices such as OD and ID micrometers, depth micrometers, dial calipers, and scales.
• Capable of precision alignment of machinery to insure proper operation.
• Ability to determine and calculate appropriate tolerances for shaft clearances, bearing fits, etc.
• Produces parts according to engineering drawings using machining equipment such as lathes, mills, grinders, and drill presses.
• Capable of hand machining procedures such as drilling, tapping, reaming, and polishing.

Educational Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED

Preferred Experience:

• 9 Years Minimum

Physical Requirements:

• Employee will be required to operate and supervise employees operating machinery and must possess a valid driver’s license.

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.