We Do the Right Thing
A Singular Focus on Doing the Right Thing
For 70+ years, Hoffer Plastics has been driven by a deceivingly simple concept: Do the right thing.
At Hoffer, we optimize operations, steward employee gifts and drive a zero-waste commitment – doing right by our customers today and for the generations that follow.
Advanced Technologies & Automation
Focused Manufacturing Plants
Dedicated Customer Teams
Preventive Maintenance Excellence
Innovative Processes & Products
On-Site Power Generation
We Focus on People
Manufacturing is First and Foremost a People Business
At Hoffer Plastics, people and partnerships are at the heart of our success. In an era defined by high turnover, our employees remain deeply committed, with average tenures of 12 years for hourly team members, 17 years for salaried staff and some careers spanning more than five decades. This depth of knowledge and experience fuels faster product launches, breakthrough process innovations and measurable impact for our customers.
That same loyalty extends to our client relationships.
Several top customers have partnered with us for decades, including one of the world’s most respected beverage brands for more than 30 years. Guided by a customer-first mindset, our team prioritizes real problem solving over short-term profits, ensuring equipment stays running and partnerships thrive. With a culture that believes every employee has the potential to lead, we continue to develop and elevate leaders at every level of the organization.
We Lead with Sustainability
Leading the Way in Sustainable Manufacturing
Hoffer Plastics’ commitment to sustainability goes beyond promises. It’s built into everything we do. More than 15 years ago, we prioritized internal recycling programs that now divert 350,000 pounds of material from landfills annually. We facilitate product recycling at end-of-life through innovations like mono-materials for flexible packaging and tethered caps, while partnering with customers to design lighter, more efficient and recyclable solutions.
Our on-site co-generation plant reduces customer risk while supporting the local power grid and our water conservation efforts eliminate hazardous materials from the supply. By continuously optimizing materials, processes, and systems, we are driving measurable change that protects both our customers’ success and the planet’s future.
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Harnessing Technology and Innovation to Create Real-World Impact
At Hoffer Plastics, we know that aligning technology with innovation unlocks opportunities, fuels growth and solves critical problems for our customers. By leveraging our financial strength, deep customer partnerships and cross-market expertise, we continuously develop smarter solutions – from custom closures like the Lok family to
lightweighting for automotive and custom-designed medical packaging. With Focused Factories, MedAccred™ certification and ongoing investments in advanced equipment, our on-site engineering teams are dedicated to turning complex challenges into high-quality, efficient and safe products that deliver measurable impact across industries.
Investing in Education to Build Brighter Futures
At Hoffer Plastics, we believe that education – not wealth or privilege – is the true key to a brighter tomorrow.
Rooted in our family’s values and carried forward through the Hoffer Foundation, we have long invested in initiatives that expand access to learning, develop technical skills and build confidence for future leaders.
From pioneering the first U.S. Department of Labor–recognized injection molding apprenticeship to funding scholarships at Purdue University and Elgin Community College, our commitment to education runs deep. Beyond schools, we’ve supported community projects like the Boys & Girls Club of America, demonstrating that when we give back, we all move forward together.
