As Vice President of PlasticStaffing, I work closely with manufacturers across the plastics, chemicals, rubber, automation, and packaging sectors to understand how workforce decisions shape operational performance. My experience spans injection molding, extrusion, thermoforming, resin and polymer processing, tooling, and advanced manufacturing environments serving industries such as medical devices, aerospace, automotive, construction, telecommunications, and industrial machinery. Through years of collaboration with plant leaders, engineering teams, and executive decision-makers, I’ve gained insight into the evolving challenges facing modern manufacturing—from skills shortages and leadership development to automation integration and workforce adaptability. I regularly analyze hiring tr...