In 2023, the employment in the Rubber, Plastics, and Other Non-Metallic Mineral Products Manufacturing sector in France was noted at 237 thousand persons. The forecast from 2024 to 2028 indicates a gradual decline: dropping from 235 thousand in 2024 to 233 thousand by 2028. The year-on-year variation reveals a slight decrease, with the most noticeable drop between 2026 and 2027. Over the last five years, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) remains negative, underlining a persistently contracting trend in this sector.

Future trends to watch for:

Automation and technological advancements potentially reducing manual labor demand.
Environmental regulations impacting production processes and employment.
Global supply chain shifts possibly affecting the French manufacturing sector.