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How much do performance plastics jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for performance plastics in the United States is $99,528.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $65,500.00 and $126,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in a Performance Plastics engineering role, and why are they important?

To thrive in a Performance Plastics engineering role, you need a solid background in polymer science, materials engineering, and manufacturing processes, typically backed by a relevant engineering degree. Familiarity with CAD software, materials testing equipment, and industry certifications like Six Sigma or ISO standards is highly beneficial. Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and effective teamwork help professionals excel in developing advanced plastic solutions. These skills ensure the creation of high-performance, reliable products that meet stringent industry requirements and drive innovation.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of someone working in Performance Plastics manufacturing?

In a Performance Plastics manufacturing role, daily responsibilities often include overseeing the production processes, monitoring equipment for quality control, troubleshooting issues with materials or machinery, and collaborating with engineering teams to implement process improvements. Employees may also be tasked with maintaining safety standards, documenting production data, and ensuring that products meet specific performance requirements. Teamwork and clear communication are essential, as you’ll frequently coordinate with colleagues in quality assurance, logistics, and research and development.

What are performance plastics?

Performance plastics are a category of plastic materials engineered to have superior mechanical, thermal, chemical, or electrical properties compared to standard plastics. They are used in demanding applications where strength, durability, heat resistance, and chemical stability are crucial. Commonly found in industries such as automotive, aerospace, electronics, and medical devices, performance plastics can include materials like polyetheretherketone (PEEK), polycarbonate, and polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE). Their versatility and advanced properties make them essential for high-performance engineering solutions.

What is the difference between Performance Plastics vs Plastic Fabricator?

AspectPerformance PlasticsPlastic Fabricator
CredentialsTechnical certifications, experience in plasticsTrade certifications, fabrication skills
Work EnvironmentManufacturing facilities, labsWorkshops, fabrication shops
Industry UsageSpecialized plastics applications, high-performance materialsGeneral plastic fabrication for various industries

Performance Plastics professionals focus on designing and working with high-performance plastic materials for specialized applications, often requiring technical certifications. Plastic Fabricators typically handle general plastic cutting, shaping, and assembly tasks in fabrication shops. While both roles involve plastics, Performance Plastics roles are more specialized and technical, whereas Plastic Fabricators focus on hands-on fabrication tasks.

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Inside Sales Representative - Denver, CO (Littleton)

Inside Sales Representative - Denver, CO (Littleton)

Piedmont Plastics

Littleton, CO

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 18 days ago

Piedmont Plastics rating

8.4

Company rating: 8.4 out of 10

Based on 6 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

45th of 335 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 575 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 currently hiring for an Inside Sales Representative for our Denver (Littleton) location. An Inside Sales Representative promotes and sells the company’s products and services to existing and prospective customers by sharing product and application knowledge to build a strong and trustworthy relationship.

As an Inside Sales Representative, you will:

  • Develop new accounts through proactive outcalls, prospecting, networking, and referrals 
  • Provide sales support to existing accounts and obtain new orders to grow market share
  • Expand the customer base 
  • Maintain and enhance product knowledge, applications and technical expertise within the performance plastics industry
  • Follow-up on leads from a variety of sources
  • Conduct proactive outgoing sales calls (customer touches)
  • Contribute to the team effort of the branch

An ideal candidate will possess:

  • A combination of comparable education and sales experience 
  • Inside sales experience in plastic, industrial or distribution sales preferred, but not required 
  • Outstanding customer focus
  • A positive attitude and are a team player

What Piedmont Plastics offers:

  • Industry leading wages ($55,000 - $65,000 plus monthly commissions)
  • A chance to work in a growing industry with opportunity to succeed in sales
  • Full suite of generous employee benefits including medical, dental, and life coverage; paid time-off, employer matching 401(k) plan, generous paid time-off
  • A chance to work for a growing company that truly cares about its employees

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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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