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
Customer Service Liaison
SUMMARY: This position is responsible for acting as a liaison between Paragon and its customers, ensuring a high level of satisfaction in the customer experience.
General Application
Are you a recent graduate, an individual getting into a new trade, or someone unsure what to apply for? Apply here and we will get
Program Manager- Injection & Compression Molding
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
Tech Machinist
SUMMARY: This position provides the skills and insights necessary to adapt processes to meet complex customer needs. Work in concert with their machining team, leading
Process Engineer
SUMMARY: Paragon D&E is looking for a self-starting, improvement-driven Process Engineer who wants to work on a fast-paced production floor to aid operators in improving
Welder 1
SUMMARY: Supports the Assembly department through fabrication, repairing, or applying appropriate welding techniques. Can operate a variety of welding devices. ABOUT US Family-owned and operated
Weekends Material Handler/Machine Set-Up Tech
WEEKENDS 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.
Nights Material Handler/Machine Set-Up Tech
NIGHTS 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.
Weekends Machinist
WEEKENDS SUMMARY: The position is required to operate a designated CNC machine with a high degree of accuracy and speed. ABOUT US Family-owned and operated since 1942,
Nights Machinist
NIGHTS SUMMARY: The position is required to operate a designated CNC machine with a high degree of accuracy and speed. ABOUT US Family-owned and operated since
Aerospace 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 US
Die Maker/Mold Builder Days
DAYS 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,
Die Maker/Mold Builder Weekends
WEEKENDS 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,
Die Maker/Mold Builder Nights
NIGHTS 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,
Tool Room Technician
SUMMARY: To assist the Tool Crib team with their work in support of machine throughput and production quality. ABOUT US Family-owned and operated since 1942,
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
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
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.
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
