In 2023, wages and salaries in the plastic and rubber machinery sector in Germany were at 2.19 billion euros. Forecast figures indicate consistent growth, rising from 2.25 billion euros in 2024 to 2.5 billion euros by 2028. This represents yearly increases of approximately 2.67% to 2.52% from 2024 to 2028, with a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 2.74% over this five-year period.

Future trends to watch for include:

The impact of automation and digitalization on labor demand in the industry
Potential shifts in market dynamics due to environmental regulations and sustainability initiatives
Economic factors such as inflation and global trade developments that may affect salaries