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.
Lab Technician

US-IL-Lacon

Job ID: 2025-20240
Type: Regular Part-Time
# of Openings: 1
Category: Pipe Manufacturing
Lacon

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 looking for a Lab Technician to join our team! In this role, you will perform daily testing of raw materials and finished goods, often in a high-volume environment. You will collaborate closely with other lab technicians, engineers, and manufacturing personnel to ensure product quality and support continuous improvement. If you are passionate about quality control and laboratory operations, we would love to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

• Perform raw material and finished product tests
• Determine acceptability of test results and communicate findings to plants
• Conduct basic maintenance on lab equipment
• Analyze customer complaints and competitor samples; provide reports
• Perform equipment calibrations
• Prepare raw materials and finished products for testing
• Assist in developing and writing lab and quality control procedures
• Maintain a clean work area
• Complete standardized assignments with minimal supervision
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; college degree preferred
• Willingness to pursue additional formal training as needed
• Experience in quality inspection or plastics processing preferred
• Ability to consistently lift 50 lbs

Skills & Competencies

• Basic math and problem-solving skills
• Good decision-making ability
• Teamwork experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, etc.)
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

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.