In 2023, the United States leads the global employees sector in rubber, plastics, and other non-metallic mineral products manufacturing with approximately 2.37 billion hours. Germany and Poland follow with significant contributions. Notable year-on-year declines were observed in Germany (-1.07%), Poland (-1.31%), and the United Kingdom (-1.89%). Conversely, countries like Portugal (1.06%) and Ireland (2.71%) experienced workforce growth. Across the five-year span, the sector has experienced an average annual growth in some regions, while others face stagnation or decline.
Future trends to watch include technological advancements leading to increased automation and a potential impact on the workforce, evolving environmental regulations affecting operational capacities, and geopolitical factors influencing trade and production strategies globally.
Top countries in Employees in Rubber, Plastics and Other Non-Metallic Mineral Products Manufacturing Sector by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Million Hours | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United States | 2,370 | 2023 | -0.46% | 0% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 963 | 2023 | 0% | -1.07% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 789.97 | 2023 | -0.0048% | -1.31% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 534.43 | 2023 | +0.38% | -0.29% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 413.58 | 2023 | -1.72% | -1.89% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 357.55 | 2023 | -0.064% | +0.1% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Spain | 322.35 | 2023 | +0.88% | +0.3% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Canada | 313.78 | 2023 | -0.1% | -0.36% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Czech Republic | 246.67 | 2023 | +0.0089% | -1.43% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Romania | 188.47 | 2023 | -0.35% | -2.18% | View data |
