Plastic Recycling Inc.

?? Join Us at Pack Expo 2024 in Chicago, IL! ?? Plastic Recycling Inc. is thrilled to be at Pack Expo 2024 alongside our partners at St. Joseph Plastics! ?? We're excited to showcase our high-quality Post-Consumer Recycled (PCR) plastics, helping packaging companies achieve their sustainability goals and make a positive impact. If you’re attending, be sure to visit us at Booth W-20109 to learn more about how we can support your sustainability initiatives and see firsthand how our PCR materials contribute to a greener future. ?? Dates: November 3-6th ?? Location: McCormick Place, Chicago, IL Don’t miss this chance to connect, discuss, and explore sustainable solutions for your packaging needs! See you there! #PackExpo2024 #Sustainability #PlasticRecycling #SustainablePackaging #PCRPlastics #PackagingInnovation #StJosephPlastics #Chicago

?? International E-Waste Day is here! ?? At Plastic Recycling Inc., we're proud to be a part of this global movement through our E-Waste Plastic Recycling Division. We focus on recycling the plastic components from e-waste, cleaning, sorting, and transforming them into clean pellets that can be reused to create new products. In honor of #EWasteDay, check out our latest video showcasing how we’re giving new life to e-waste plastic and contributing to a greener future. Together, we can reduce waste and make a real impact! ?? Watch the video below and join us in Retrieve, Recycle, and Revive! #Sustainability #Ewaste #PlasticRecycling #CircularEconomy #GreenFuture #InternationalEWasteDay

?? Join Us in Protecting Our Planet ?? At Plastic Recycling Inc., we're committed to making a difference through recycling plastic and reducing waste. Check out this amazing new video created by our very own Joey Singleton, showcasing the importance of recycling and how we’re turning plastic waste into reusable materials that benefit industries like packaging, automotive, consumer goods, and construction. Together, we can make our world a cleaner, greener place—one recycled piece of plastic at a time. ?? Watch the video to learn more about how we’re doing our part for the environment and how you can too! #Sustainability #PlasticRecycling #GoGreen #CircularEconomy #EnvironmentalImpact #RecyclingRevolution #PlasticRecyclingInc

???? Plastic Recycling Inc. Partners with Youth Apprenticeship Programs to Build a Stronger Workforce! ???? We were honored to host over 75 guests from the National Youth Apprenticeship Summit, organized by CareerWise USA and PAYA, at our facility. It was an exciting opportunity to show how we’re not only committed to sustainability but also to developing the next generation of talent through MAP (Modern Apprenticeship Program) and other apprenticeship initiatives. Our team showcased how youth apprentices are integrated into key areas of our workforce—including HR, R&D, Maintenance, and Production—and how these programs are creating a new pipeline for talent in our industry. Attendees got an up-close view of how we partner with the community to foster workforce development, ensuring a future-ready team. Special thanks to our panelists—Cristina, James, and Jerry—who shared insights on the return on investment (ROI) and challenges of integrating youth apprentices into our workforce from a business perspective. These conversations highlight the value of programs like MAP in shaping both the future of our company and the broader industry. A huge thank you to CareerWise, PAYA, MAP, and EmployIndy for partnering with us on this journey of building a sustainable and innovative future! #NationalYouthApprenticeshipSummit #CareerWise #PAYA #MAP #EmployIndy #WorkforceDevelopment #YouthApprenticeships #Sustainability #PlasticRecycling #FutureTalent

We're overjoyed to express our heartfelt thanks to Cristina Marroquin and Erick Wheeler from Bassett Services for their extraordinary generosity! ?? Their donation of 100 book bags filled with essential school supplies is an incredible gift to our Plastic Recycling Inc. team and their families. This thoughtful act will undoubtedly make a huge difference as we prepare for the upcoming school year. We're truly grateful for Bassett Services' commitment to our community. Thank you again, Bassett Services, for your incredible contribution! #communitypartnership #thankful #plastirecycling #bassettservices

Thrilled with The Crossing’s Work-Based Learning! At Plastic Recycling Inc., we're huge believers in fostering the next generation of talent. That's why we're so impressed with The Crossing's innovative work-based learning model and using their students as assets at PRI. This week, one of their outstanding students, Dayln, had the opportunity to present his experience working at Plastic Recycling Inc. to the Indiana State Board of Education. Dayln's hard work and dedication have been invaluable to our team, and his presentation truly showcased the program's success. We're incredibly grateful to The Crossing for providing students with real-world experience that prepares them for future careers. Programs like this are essential for building a strong workforce, and we commend their commitment to student success.

Celebrating Independence Day with a Commitment to a Greener Future! As we gather to celebrate the 4th of July, Plastic Recycling Inc. reflects on the values that make our nation great: freedom, innovation, and a dedication to building a better future for all. This Independence Day, we are reminded of our responsibility to protect the environment and reduce plastic waste. At Plastic Recycling Inc., we are committed to pioneering sustainable solutions and fostering a cleaner, greener planet. Our innovative recycling processes ensure that plastic waste is transformed into valuable resources, helping to reduce pollution and conserve natural resources. Join us in celebrating this 4th of July by making a commitment to sustainability. Whether it's recycling more or supporting companies that prioritize the environment, every action counts. Happy Independence Day from the team at Plastic Recycling Inc.! Let's work together for a brighter, greener future. #IndependenceDay #PlasticRecycling #Sustainability #GreenFuture #FourthOfJuly #EcoFriendly"

** Exciting Progress Update: Plastic Recycling Inc.'s English Language Classes! ** We're thrilled to share a fantastic update on our partnership with Marian University Indianapolis Project Build program to offer English language classes to our amazing non-English speaking employees! Graduation Success Stories ??: -All our Burmese employees showed improvement in their English test scores from the beginning to the end of the program! This is a win for everyone! -Our Burmese employees improved significantly, exceeding state standards for progress! This is HUGE! ?? We're so proud of their dedication! -A big shout-out to Marian instructors David Taylor and Chris Matthews! ?? Their dedication and the strong relationships they built with our employees were critical to this success. Impact Beyond the Classroom ??: We're already seeing the positive impact of these classes on our production floor! Employees are using their improved English skills to communicate more effectively with colleagues and supervisors, leading to a smoother and more efficient workflow. ?? This program is a fantastic example of our commitment to investing in our greatest resource – our people! We're excited to see how these skills continue to empower our employees and build a more inclusive work environment. #EmpoweringOurPeople Stay tuned for more updates! ?? We'll continue to share the progress of our English language program and the positive impact it's having on our team. ????

Empowering Our Workforce: English Language Classes for Plastic Recycling Inc. Employees! ? At Plastic Recycling Inc., we're committed to investing in our greatest resource – our people! That's why we're thrilled to announce our new partnership with Marian University Indianapolis Project Build program to offer English language classes to our non-English speaking employees. ? We discovered this fantastic program through EmployIndy and the Immigrant Welcome Center, and we're so grateful for their support in connecting us with this valuable resource. Project Build's English language classes will equip our team members with the communication skills they need to thrive in their roles and feel even more integrated into our company culture. ? These classes offer a supportive learning environment for employees to build their English proficiency. This will not only enhance their daily work experience but also empower them to pursue career advancement opportunities within Plastic Recycling Inc. We're excited to see the positive impact this program will have on our employees' lives both inside and outside of work. By improving their English communication skills, they'll be better equipped to navigate everyday situations, build stronger relationships with their families and communities, and pursue their personal goals. Stay tuned to see their progress! #PlasticRecyclingInc #WorkforceDevelopment #EnglishLanguageLearning #MarianUniversity #ProjectBuild #EmployIndy #ImmigrantWelcomeCenter

As Plastic Recycling Inc. continues to build relationships and develop partnerships within our community, we would like to highlight EmployIndy and specifically the Modern Apprenticeship Program. For high school students, this program provides hands-on job experience, paid apprenticeship, college credits or certifications, and the ability to build a professional network. For employers, the benefits are amazing. We are able to develop a diverse workforce, establish a reliable talent pipeline, meet current and future staffing needs, and infuse positive energy into our company. We currently have 5 Indianapolis area high school students employed at Plastic Recycling Inc. through the Modern Apprenticeship Program. They are serving in Maintenance Technician roles, Human Resources roles, Production roles, and even in our Research and Development Lab. They are coachable, hungry to learn, and have made an instant positive impact to our team. ??In particular, Cristina L. is Human Resources Apprentice and senior at Ben Davis High School. She joined the team in the summer of 2022 is the epitome of an IDEAL TEAM PLAYER (Humble, Hungry, and People Smart). Her innovative thinking, ability to connect with our workforce, strong work ethic, and commitment to making PRI a better place to work was validated with our selection as an INDYSTAR Top Workplace in 2023. Specifically, Cristina is bilingual and has become an outstanding advocate for our Spanish speaking teammates. In addition, she has: - Led the digital transformation of our HR Department - Gathered feedback, analyzed data, and developed a comprehensive 360 degree debrief for members of our leadership team - Led several projects aimed at innovation and continuous improvement In short, we are better BECAUSE of her and we are proud to announce that Cristina has been awarded the High School Work-Based Learner of Year in the State of Indiana! #youthapprenticeship