The employment in the US rubber and plastics products, and other non-metallic mineral products sector is forecasted to remain stable from 2024 to 2028, maintaining a consistent figure of 1.14 million FTEs. Compared to 2023, the employment value is projected to remain flat. As of 2023, this sector was also at 1.14 million FTEs.

Future trends to watch for:

Technological advancements that might influence productivity and employment patterns.
Potential regulatory changes impacting manufacturing practices.
Shifts in consumer preferences towards sustainable materials affecting production needs.
Economic and geopolitical factors that could either stabilize or disrupt these forecasts.