Protective packaging materials and fulfillment automation systems for e-commerce and logistics
Pregis manufactures protective packaging (foam, air cushioning, mailers, surface protection) and fulfillment automation systems across 30+ North American facilities. The company is hiring aggressively in manufacturing (majority of 219 open roles) while simultaneously staffing engineering and operations, signaling both production ramp and capability-building. Active projects center on converting-line upgrades, preventive maintenance automation, and on-time-in-full (OTIF) improvement—reflecting operational priorities around throughput and equipment reliability rather than product innovation.
Notable leadership hires: Supply Chain Director, Director of Sales
Pregis is a global provider of protective packaging materials and fulfillment systems serving e-commerce, logistics, food, healthcare, and manufacturing sectors. The company manufactures inflatable void fill, engineered foam, air cushioning, sheet foam, foam-in-place systems, paper mailers, and surface protection film, supported by technical service and distribution across North America, Europe, and an expanding global footprint. Founded in 1997 and privately held, Pregis operates from Chicago, Illinois with 1,001–5,000 employees across manufacturing, engineering, sales, and operations functions. The business addresses seasonal fulfillment demand spikes, operational efficiency, and sustainable packaging design.
Pregis operates over 30 facilities across North America, manufacturing operations in Europe, and expanding global capacity. The company also has hiring presence in the United States, Panama, and India.
Pregis relies on SAP and Oracle for enterprise systems, SolidWorks and AutoCAD for design, PLC/Allen-Bradley/Beckhoff/Siemens for manufacturing automation, and DCS/SCADA/HMI for process control. The stack reflects a traditional manufacturing operations footprint with no visible AI, cloud analytics, or modern DevOps adoption.
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