Ep. 32 | Darin Dubbs Talks Workforce Strategy and Stability at Primex Plastics on The Hub with Michael Allen

A company can say it values people, but what does that actually look like on a random Tuesday when production shifts, retirements hit, or a team needs talent right now? On this episode of The Hub, host Michael Allen sits down with Darin Dubbs, Director of Human Resources at Primex Plastics, to break down how a large-scale manufacturing company builds real culture, stability, and opportunity across multiple locations from Richmond, Indiana to facilities across the country and even the UK. Sponsored by Manpower Eastern Indiana, this conversation pulls back the curtain on what workforce strategy really looks like in today’s manufacturing world. Darin shares his path from communications and television production into manufacturing HR, starting with creating training content inside a plant and learning firsthand how every department operates. That hands-on experience now shapes how he leads at the executive level, supporting HR teams across locations while keeping hiring, leadership development, and employee benefits aligned company-wide. We also get into what sets Primex apart in the Richmond and Eastern Indiana market. From long employee tenure and internal promotions to strong benefits and a second-chance mindset, Darin explains how companies can create environments where people actually grow. He also dives into how business diversity supports long-term stability and how recycling and material buy-back programs play a role in modern manufacturing. Learn more about Manpower Eastern Indiana at mprichmond.com. Follow The Hub on YouTube and Instagram @thehub_pod for more conversations with the leaders building stronger companies and communities, and share this episode with someone who cares about business, leadership, and growth. Support the show