Terry Stephens

Director of Sales and Marketing

Waupun, Wisconsin, United States

About

Passionate about problem-solving, I thrive on identifying challenges and finding innovative solutions with plastic materials and processes. With a deep understanding of plastics distribution, thermoforming, fabrication, machining, and custom profile extrusion, I enjoy working with businesses to optimize their use of plastics and improve manufacturing efficiencies. With experience across multiple facets of the plastics industry, I specialize in assessing material needs, recommending the right products, and streamlining processes to enhance performance and reduce waste. Whether it’s engineering custom solutions or troubleshooting production issues, I bring a hands-on approach and a commitment to continuous improvement. I believe that the right plastic solutions can drive efficiency, sustainability, and cost-effectiveness for businesses. My goal is to collaborate with industry professionals, manufacturers, and engineers to push the boundaries of what’s possible with plastic materials and processes. Let’s connect and explore how we can innovate together!

Experience

  • Midland Plastics, Inc. (8 yrs 1 mo)
    • Director of Sales and Marketing
      Sep 2024 - Present · 1 yr 10 mos

    • Director of Process and Product Development
      Feb 2021 - Sep 2024 · 3 yrs 8 mos

    • Director of Field Sales
      Jan 2020 - Feb 2021 · 1 yr 2 mos

      Development of overall sales strategies, implementation, and evaluation.

  • Dowco (Manitowoc, Wisconsin)
    • Director of Business Development and Operations
      Nov 2017 - May 2018 · 7 mos

    • Plastics Business and Operations Development Manager
      Aug 2017 - Nov 2017 · 4 mos

  • Midland Plastics, Inc. (17 yrs)
    • National Manufacturing Business Development Manager
      Jan 2017 - Aug 2017 · 8 mos

      Technical business development in the fields of cut sheet thermoforming, plastic machining, and fabrication.

    • Manufacturing Operations Manager
      Apr 2011 - Jan 2017 · 5 yrs 10 mos

    • Thermoforming Division Operations Manager
      Dec 2009 - Apr 2011 · 1 yr 5 mos

  • Production Supervisor at EZ Paintr
    Jun 1997 - May 2000 · 3 yrs

    Supervised Assembly and Injection Molding departments

  • Production Supervisor at Coleman
    Jan 1996 - Jun 1997 · 1 yr 6 mos

    Supervised Blow Molding, Extrusion, Thermoforming, Rework, Mantel, and Assembly Departments