Founded in 1937, SPI is the plastics industry trade association representing the third largest manufacturing industry in the United States. SPI's member companies represent the entire plastics industry supply chain, including processors, machinery and equipment manufacturers and raw materials suppliers. The U.S. plastics industry employs 1.1 million workers and provides nearly $379 billion in annual shipments.
Headquartered in Washington, D.C., SPI promotes business development via a suite of commercial services and trade shows, fosters the sustainable growth of plastics in the global marketplace, provides industry representation in the public policy arena and communicates the industry’s contributions to society and the benefits of its products.
SPI Welcomes Suzanne Morgan as Senior Director of Government Affairs & Grassroots Advocacy
March 4, 2010
SPI: The Plastics Industry Trade Association today announced the appointment of Suzanne Morgan to the position of senior director of government affairs and grassroots advocacy. With more than 20 years experience in public affairs, and 15 spent developing association initiatives designed to influence policy makers, Morgan will lead SPI?s grassroots efforts and mobilize its members on behalf of plastics.
California Update: Three Bills Tied to Consumer Products, Packaging
March 3, 2010
Extended Producer Responsibility, Consumer Product Content Information and Plastic Ocean Pollution Reduction, Recycling, and Composting Act are three Bills tied to Consumer Products, Packaging
Congress Poised to Pass Jobs Bill - Extenders Up for Consideration
March 3, 2010
The Administration has proposed a number of tax incentives that may benefit SPI members. Two of these - the new hires tax credit and section 179 expensing provisions for small businesses - are included in the Hiring Incentives to Restore Employment Act (HR 2847).
Free Attendance for Businesses at Ohio's Largest Occupational Health and Safety Event
March 3, 2010
Ohio's Bureau of Workman's Compensation (BWC) is sponsoring the Ohio Safety Congress & Expo, March 30th to April 1st at the Greater Columbus Convention Center.
Health Care: President's Plan Would Fine Some Employers for Not Providing Coverage
March 3, 2010
After a brief lull, health care reform reemerged last week, beginning with the release of the President's blueprint for reform on Monday and culminating with Thursday's highly anticipated health care summit.
The association is organized to meet the diverse needs of the plastics industry supply chain, including processors, machinery and equipment manufacturers, moldmakers, material suppliers and end-market manufacturers. SPI is comprised of three leadership councils (equipment, material suppliers and processors), industry groups and committees that focus on delivering services for specific member communities.
SPI regularly seeks skilled professionals in a variety of disciplines to develop, manage, and support our programs and initiatives. SPI is an equal opportunity employer. If you are interested in joining our dynamic trade association, please review our current vacancies.