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Thunderbird Metals

Account Manager - Plastics

Elgin, IL · On-site

$90K - $110K/yr

Account Manager - Plastic Sales Position Overview Thunderbird Molding is a full-service custom ... The Thunderbird family of American Manufacturing companies is driven by a mission to provide ...

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How much do mission plastics jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for mission plastics in the United States is $65,265.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $48,500.00 and $79,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Mission Plastics job?

A Mission Plastics job typically involves working in the manufacturing and production of plastic components for various industries, such as automotive, medical, or consumer goods. Roles may include machine operation, quality control, assembly, or engineering. Employees are responsible for ensuring high-quality plastic products through precise processes and adherence to safety standards. Depending on the position, training and experience in plastic molding, fabrication, or production management may be required.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Mission Plastics position?

To thrive as a Mission Plastics Machine Operator, you need a solid understanding of plastic molding processes, machinery operation, and quality control procedures, often gained through on-the-job training or vocational coursework. Experience with injection molding machines, calipers, micrometers, and adherence to ISO quality standards is typically required. Attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and teamwork are standout soft skills for this role. These competencies ensure safe production, consistent quality, and effective collaboration in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

What are typical career advancement opportunities for employees at Mission Plastics?

Mission Plastics offers a range of career growth opportunities for employees who demonstrate strong performance and initiative in their roles. Team members often start as machine operators or assemblers and can progress to lead operator, shift supervisor, or quality control technician positions with additional experience and training. The company encourages ongoing skill development, and internal promotions are common for those who show reliability, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn. By actively participating in cross-training and leaning into new responsibilities, employees can build a rewarding long-term career within the company.

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Infographic showing various Mission Plastics job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 20% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $65,265 per year, or $31.4 per hour.

Outside Sales Representative - Pittsburgh, PA

Piedmont Plastics

Pittsburgh, PA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 13 days ago

Piedmont Plastics rating

8.0

Company rating: 8.0 out of 10

Based on 8 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

119th of 429 rated retail wholesalers

Job description

Piedmont Plastics is the leading independent and privately held distributor of performance plastics in North America. Since first opening our doors in 1968 with just one location and five employees, Piedmont has grown to over 50 locations across the U.S. and Canada, employing over 650 individuals.

At Piedmont Plastics, we are a family, and believe our people are the foundation of our success. Our company culture is engrained in every facet of our business, and we are devoted to maintaining an enjoyable, open, and supportive atmosphere across the organization. We care about and respect one another by demonstrating integrity in everything that we do and take pride in giving our employees the ability to thrive in a growth-oriented environment.

Our diverse workforce brings passion to the mission of Piedmont Plastics every day – to be best-in-class in the distribution of performance plastics. Our materials can be found in every industry market segment, and we are concentrated on satisfying our customers with expert product knowledge and a solutions-focused mentality.

Join a team that works together in a collaborative and winning environment to continuously exceed customers’ expectations. After all, Piedmont Plastics is “where solutions take shape!”.

Today, Piedmont Plastics is looking for an  exceptional Outside Sales Representative to add to our location in Pittsburgh, PA.

As an Outside Sales Representative, you will:

  • Develop new accounts through prospecting, networking, cold calling and referrals.
  • Provide sales support to existing accounts, work and close daily opportunities, continuously expanding the customer base.
  • Develop and strengthen relationships with new and existing accounts.
  • Communicate daily with sales team/management on the status of orders and customer concerns.
  • Maintain and enhance product and technical knowledge in the plastics industry.
  • Follow-up on leads and application opportunities.
  • Contribute to the team effort.

An ideal candidate will possess:

  • At least 2 years of outside sales experience in plastics, industrial distribution or graphics-related sales experience with a track record of exceeding assigned sales goals
  • A personal vehicle in good condition
  • Basic computer skills
  • A willingness and desire to travel almost exclusively and the schedule to allow some overnight travel as well
  • A positive attitude and are a team player!

What Piedmont Plastics offers:

  • Industry leading wages (base plus monthly commissions)
  • Full suite of generous employee benefits including medical, dental, and life coverage; paid time-off, employer matching 401(k) plan, generous paid time-off
  • Auto/Cell Phone allowance
  • A chance to work for a growing company that truly cares about its employees

Please apply for the position by using the Apply Now button
No phone calls from applicants or staffing firms, please

Piedmont Plastics is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer and administers all personnel practices without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran status, genetics or any other category protected under applicable law.

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