Entering the wind trade in Lexington, KY, often begins with specialized training and apprenticeships, combining hands-on experience with technical education. These programs typically last two to three years, providing comprehensive training under experienced professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the wind energy sector is projected to grow by 60% from 2023 to 2033, with Lexington, KY, emerging as a key regional hub for wind energy jobs. Apprentices in the area can earn an average of $500 per week, with experienced professionals often surpassing $100,000 annually. Training programs, industry partnerships, and local resources are available to help aspiring wind energy technicians launch their careers in this rapidly expanding field.
The PPL R&D Department seeks three student engineering interns from all disciplines who are passionate about renewable energy, including wind and solar, energy storage, green hydrogen, sustainability, carbon capture, and decarbonization technologies. Ideal candidates will be based in Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, or Kentucky and may have opportunities to transition to full-time employment with PPL upon graduation. During the school year, students will work part-time, but during the summer, they will work on-site and travel to work on clean energy R&D projects at various locations across the PPL Corporation.
See More Details >>Molding Set-Up Technician IV Apply Locations: Lexington, Ohio Time Type: Full time Posted on: Posted 3 Days Ago Job Requisition Since 1965, Stoneridge has designed and manufactured advanced, award-winning technologies including driveline and transmission actuation systems, vision systems, emissions control systems, safety systems, and security and monitoring systems for vehicle OEMs in the commercial vehicle, automotive, off-highway, and agricultural vehicle markets. We’re focused on the areas of greatest market need – both today and tomorrow. Our core products and technologies are aligned with industry megatrends including safety and security, vehicle intelligence, fuel efficiency, and emissions. Join the Stoneridge Team as we continue to build upon our strong history and reputation for quality products to deliver innovative products and systems that address a need, exceed our customers’ expectations, and motivate our team. REPORTS TO: Molding Technical Supervisor JOB SUMMARY: A Material Handler – Molding is responsible for maintaining the materials to support production. This position supplies raw materials to molding machines, collects samples to determine moisture content of materials, and changes over materials and equipment as needed for production. Ensuring proper housekeeping of the molding department is an essential duty of this position as well. DUTIES & ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS • Weigh material or scrap as required to make mixes or disposition to production or scrap out. • Clean, label, and load molding machine material hoppers. • Move and monitor mobile material dryers as needed to support production and maintain clean, dry material. • Regrind, blend, and make mixes according to routing book. • Gather and submit moisture samples from material dryers. • Remove scrap material and boxes from Molding. • Keep Molding department dumpster emptied and maintain a clean area around it. • Supplies plastic materials to molding machines or designated workstations for further processing. • Cleans or changes filters as required in material dryers. • Manages receiving and warehousing of materials. • Completes basic molding setting with supervision. OTHER FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions. It does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. QUALIFICATIONS • HS Diploma or Equivalent. • Possesses mechanical aptitude. • Ability to problem-solve issues. • Possesses organizational skills. • Forklift Driver Training Certification. Stoneridge is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, marital status, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by the applicable laws in the countries we operate. Stoneridge also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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