Family-owned and operated for more than 75 years, Paragon D&E is a leader in advanced manufacturing. With a strong history in injection and compression tooling, Paragon has evolved into a multifaceted organization with a diverse product line serving Aerospace, Defense, Nuclear, Heavy Truck, Automotive, Agricultural, Oil and Gas, and other industries.
Paragon has a state-of-the-art facility with the latest machining technology and continually invests in our team and equipment.
Because of our values and business results through policies and best practices in human resource management, Paragon was awarded one of West Michigan’s Best and Brightest Companies to Work For!
Apprenticeship Opportunities
We are pleased to showcase our apprentice program and a glimpse of what it is like to work at Paragon D&E. We really have some cool individuals!
"I started in here as an apprentice, just like everybody else, and they allowed me to grow through the areas that I wanted to grow in."
Available Positions
Maintenance Technician
SUMMARY: Identifies, contracts, and performs the task needed to maintain the facility and equipment. Produces replacement parts and new parts necessary to maintain and repair
IT Help Desk
SUMMARY: Ensures hardware and network within the facility are up and working. About Us Family-owned and operated since 1942, Paragon D&E is a leader in
Assembly Supervisor-Aerospace
SUMMARY: Under the direction of the General Manager, this position is required to direct the aerospace assemble/molding/fixturing process and provide direction to ensure we meet
Truck Driver
SUMMARY: Drives a straight truck and/or a tractor with one or more trailers (4 axle trailer or 6 axle trailer) on public roadways to transport
Program Manager
SUMMARY: The Program Manager is responsible for overseeing the entire lifecycle of a project, including staying within budget, meeting quality standards, and on-time delivery. About
Supply Chain Manager
SUMMARY: This position is responsible for managing the purchase, receipt, and distribution of materials to manufacturing. They are also responsible for the management of items inventoried
Engineer & Tooling Designer
SUMMARY: Prepare engineering files for programming, assembly, or the customer directly. Design various types of tooling and supply manufacturing with the data for tool builds.
Mold Builder (All Shifts)
SUMMARY: Work with all areas of manufacturing to assist with the over-build of injection tools and other molds. About Us Family-owned and operated since 1942,
Electrician Position
SUMMARY: Identifies, contracts and performs the task needed to maintain the facility and equipment. Produces replacement parts and new parts necessary to maintain and repair
Material Handler/Machine Set-Up Tech
SUMMARY: Material Handlers/Set-Up Techs operate overhead cranes, lift trucks, and other material moving equipment to deliver, set-up, and remove materials in the production areas. This
Machinist
SUMMARY: The position is required to operate a designated CNC machine with a high degree of accuracy and speed. Who is Paragon D&E? Family-owned and
Machinist Apprentice
SUMMARY: This is an entry-level training position that is temporarily held until competency is demonstrated in the desired area. About Us rated since 1942, Paragon
