{"id":23482,"date":"2025-09-03T12:36:12","date_gmt":"2025-09-03T17:36:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hofferplastics.com\/?p=23482"},"modified":"2025-11-03T13:42:53","modified_gmt":"2025-11-03T19:42:53","slug":"30-under-30-the-next-generation-driving-innovation-in-moldmaking","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/hofferplastics.com\/leadership-values\/30-under-30-the-next-generation-driving-innovation-in-moldmaking\/","title":{"rendered":"30 Under 30: The Next Generation Driving Innovation in MoldMaking"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n\r\n\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/hofferplastics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Jacob-Trch-MMT-Award-Headshot-Web.jpg\" alt=\"Jacob Trch MMT Award - Headshot-Web\" itemprop=\"image\" height=\"1440\" width=\"1920\" title=\"Jacob Trch MMT Award - Headshot-Web\" onerror=\"this.style.display='none'\" loading=\"lazy\" \/>\r\n\t<p>Young professionals are bringing new perspectives, technical skills and a strong commitment to the moldmaking industry. MoldMaking Technology recognizes these individuals through its <em>30 Under 30<\/em> program, highlighting emerging talent that is shaping the future of precision manufacturing.<\/p>\r\n<p>Hoffer Plastics project engineer Jacob Trch exemplifies the next generation of innovators. With exceptional expertise in mold design, project management and manufacturability, Jacob has played a pivotal role in advancing complex automotive and consumer products.<\/p>\r\n<p>Jacob&#8217;s clear communication, leadership and dedication to continuous improvement have earned him the trust of both colleagues and customers. 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