Top 45 Plastics Jobs in Lexington, Ky

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Blue Star Plastics —Lexington, KY
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Danimer Scientific LLC —Winchester, KY
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Prysmian Group —Lawrenceburg, KY
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Tooling Engineer/Molding
Menasha Corporation & Companies —Georgetown, KY
- Full-time
- Mid-level
Maintenance Technician
Danimer Scientific LLC —Winchester, KY
- 12 hour shift
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Plastics Engineer
Prudent Holdings USA —Lexington, KY
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- 5 years
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Mold Change Lead
Menasha Corporation & Companies —Georgetown, KY
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- Mid-level
- 2 years
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Instrumentation and Electrical Controls Technician
Danimer Scientific LLC —Winchester, KY
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Quality Control Technician
Oldcastle Infrastructure —Lexington, KY
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1st Shift Maintenance Tech Lead
Blue Star Plastics —Lexington, KY
- Overtime
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
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Process Technician
Infiltrator Water Technologies —Winchester, KY
- 12 hour shift
- Basic math
- Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid parental leave
- Health savings account
Lead Supervisor
Infiltrator Water Technologies —Winchester, KY
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- Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine
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Oldcastle Infrastructure —Lexington, KY
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Postdoctoral Scholar (ISM)
University of Kentucky —Lexington, KY
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Process Engineer

Infiltrator Water Technologies -
Winchester, KY

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Job Details

Full-time

Benefits

Paid parental leave
Health savings account
AD&D insurance
Employee stock purchase plan
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Tuition reimbursement
Parental leave
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Life insurance

Qualifications

Mechanical blueprint interpretation
Production data analysis
CAD
Quality control statistical data analysis
Spreadsheets
Design of experiments
Statistical Process Control
Injection (injection molding)
Equipment troubleshooting
Mechanical drawings
Technical troubleshooting support
Mechanical troubleshooting
Production troubleshooting
Excel data analysis

Full Job Description

Overview:

Infiltrator Water Technologies (IWT) is a market leader within the onsite wastewater treatment industry, Infiltrator manufactures a variety of revolutionary products and innovative, environmentally friendly alternatives to traditional stone and pipe leachfield and concrete septic wastewater system components. IWT is a wholly owned subsidiary of Advanced Drainage Systems (ticker: WMS, NYSE).

The majority of our products are produced almost entirely from recycled resins. Infiltrator’s recycling operation is among the country’s top twenty producers / consumers of recycled resins and among only a few of whom consume 100% of that resin in the finished products produced. Infiltrator operates some of largest molding machines and robotics producing the largest plastic molded parts in the world. IWT has always and continues to compete on innovation; we hold over 200 patents.

Responsibilities:

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The Injection Molding Process Engineer is responsible for developing, optimizing, and sustaining molding processes to ensure high-quality, cost-effective production. This role focuses on process stability, scrap reduction, cycle time optimization, and implementation of continuous improvement initiatives. The engineer will work cross-functionally with tooling, maintenance, quality, and production teams to troubleshoot issues and drive measurable performance gains. This could be a second shift position.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Develop, validate, and optimize injection molding processes for new and existing programs
Lead structured problem-solving activities (DOE, root cause analysis, SPC) to reduce scrap and improve quality
Establish and document standard processing parameters, setup sheets, and work instructions
Support mold trials, qualification runs, and new product launches
Troubleshoot molding defects such as short shots, flash, warp, dimensional variation, and cosmetic issues
Drive cycle time reduction, material usage optimization, and overall equipment efficiency (OEE) improvements
Collaborate with tooling and maintenance teams to improve mold performance and reliability
Analyze process data and trends to identify opportunities for continuous improvement
Support validation activities (IQ/OQ/PQ where applicable)
Train technicians and operators on best practices, process standards, and troubleshooting techniques
Ensure adherence to safety, quality, and environmental standards
Lead continuous improvement and cost saving initiatives
Identify root causes and implement permanent corrective actions for process related functions
Assist in the development and coordination of project plans, review vendor proposals, manage team activities, communicate changes, provide progress updates, and complete on time and within budget.

QUALIFICATIONS (must have):

Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Plastics, Mechanical, Manufacturing, or related field) or equivalent firsthand experience
10+ years of experience in injection molding process engineering or equivalent technical role.
Strong understanding of scientific molding principles (fill, pack, hold, cooling optimization)
Proven experience with troubleshooting molding defects and process instability
Experience running and analyzing Design of Experiments (DOE)
Familiarity with thermoplastics materials.
Ability to interpret part drawings and CAD data.
Strong data analysis skills and experience using SPC tools
Experience with molding machines, hot runner systems, and auxiliary equipment
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and standard manufacturing tools

QUALIFICATIONS (beneficial):

RJG Master Molder certification or similar scientific molding training
Familiarity with mold flow analysis (Moldflow or equivalent)
Knowledge of automation systems (robotics, conveyors, vision inspection)
Experience with Six Sigma / Lean Manufacturing methodologies
Knowledge of project management principles and practices

IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE:

Analytical, with a data-driven approach to problem solving
Continuous improvement mindset with a passion for reducing waste and improving efficiency
Effective communicator who can translate technical concepts to operators and leadership
Meticulous with a focus on process consistency and repeatability
Able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Collaborative, and capable of influencing cross-functional teams

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Company Benefits::

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 401k 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.

100% paid by ADS.

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.

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plastics jobs in lexington, ky

Process Engineer

Tooling Technician

Electrical Maintenance Technician

Skilled Maintenance Technician

1st Shift Maintenance Techinician

Downstream Processing Operator

Fermentation Operator

Compounding Operator

Production Line Operator

Tooling Engineer/Molding

Maintenance Technician

Plastics Engineer

Mold Change Lead

Instrumentation and Electrical Controls Technician

Quality Control Technician

1st Shift Maintenance Tech Lead

Process Technician

Lead Supervisor

Production Team Member

Postdoctoral Scholar (ISM)

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