Manager Regional Safety

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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.

• Identify, develop, and deliver safety training and materials.
• Monitor safety-related computer-based training.
• Assemble and distribute safety metrics/reports focusing on performance, trends, and improvement opportunities.
• Conduct safety audits and behavioral assessments, making recommendations to Plant Managers.
• Track and ensure corrective actions from safety audits.
• Ensure all safety and environmental compliance issues are current.
• Serve as the primary contact for Environmental, Health & Safety compliance issues.
• Assist in accident investigations and follow‑up.
• Mentor plant safety committees and chairpersons.
• Work with plant leadership to promote ADS safety culture.

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 3‑5 years of safety experience.
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to climb and crawl on plant floors and equipment.
• Heavy travel (up to 60%).

• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Strong math and computer skills.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Solid OSHA & EPA knowledge and understanding.
• Strong project management skills and ability to work independently.

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.

Financial Benefits: Retirement 401(k) 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.

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. ADS fosters a culture of passion, innovation, and continuous improvement, empowering employees to shape industry‑leading solutions. ADS 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.