EVANSVILLE — Indiana Governor Mike Braun announced today the launch of Qualis Engineered Plastics, LLC, a new custom plastics compounding operation, in Evansville. The new venture is expected to create more than 30 new jobs in the first five years of operations, offering highly competitive wages to workers across the Southwest Indiana region.
“Indiana’s excellence in manufacturing and our commitment to supporting entrepreneurs and small businesses make our state the ideal destination for companies like Qualis Engineered Plastics,” said Gov. Braun. “Today we welcome yet another innovative manufacturer to our robust sector, creating even more high-wage career opportunities for Hoosiers.”
Qualis Engineered Plastics will operate from 1700 Lynch Road, a facility that has been home to plastics manufacturing in Evansville for more than 50 years. The company was formed by a local investor group whose members bring decades of combined experience across several industries, including plastic compounding and molding, real estate, and finance. By pairing deep manufacturing know-how with local ownership and long-term investment, the company aims to build a modern custom compounder rooted in the Evansville community and positioned to serve customers throughout the Midwest and beyond.
The company will invest in new equipment, capabilities and talent, building a business focused on custom compounding – engineering tailored plastic materials to meet the specific performance requirements of its customers…