A Leader in Flexible Packaging and Thermoforming Equipment
We are more than a food packaging company. We are a team of dedicated employee-owners driven by purpose, powered by passion, and built on trust. From humble beginnings to industry leadership, our story is proof of what’s possible when grit, integrity, and a commitment to doing things the right way come together.
Our Tenets
Everything we do is grounded in three core principles:
| We Own It. | Do the Right Thing. | Fanatical About Response. |
They’re the foundation of how we operate, treat our customers, and support one another.
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Our Story
We started with a simple idea: great people stuck in the wrong companies deserve something better. In 2010, Founders Joe Dobinski and Rich Henderson built Phenix from scratch. Grounded in grit, trust, and the belief that if you build it right, the right people will come.
That belief shaped our culture and still guides us today. For over 15 years, we’ve built a place where people thrive, take ownership, and are treated with respect, bringing deep industry knowledge, hands-on insight, and practical problem-solving to every partnership.
We serve food producers across the U.S. through our two core divisions:
- Phenix Engineering – Full-service equipment and technical support
- Phenix Flexibles – Custom food packaging and printed film solutions
From printed films and flexible packaging to thermoforming equipment and technical consulting, we deliver solutions that protect products, reduce waste, and improve operational efficiency. We’re proud to serve a wide range of industries, including the U.S. military, a long-time partner, and together we’ve eliminated more than 1.1 million pounds of packaging waste every year.
2010
Joe Dobinski and Rich Henderson founded Phenix Marketing which later became Phenix Specialty Films.
2013
Phenix added printed files to the product line.
2017
Phenix began significant investment into the engineering side of the business.
2020
Phenix broke ground on Building One in Elberfeld, IN.
2021
Phenix began leasing a warehouse in Jacksonville, FL decreasing customer lead times. Established a distribution and technical service position in the mid-west.
2023
Phenix broke ground on Building Two in Elberfeld, IN.
2024
Phenix began the process of becoming 100% Employee-Owned.
2025
Phenix plans to break ground on a manufacturing facility, expanding our service capabilities.
Why Choose Phenix for Food Packaging and Equipment Support?
We proudly serve a wide range of industries, including critical work for the U.S. military, which accounts for nearly 25% of our business. Our dedication to quality and innovation has helped reduce packaging waste by more than 1.1 million pounds annually. It’s all part of our long-term commitment to sustainability and responsibility.
We deliver:
- Reliable thermoforming equipment
- Custom flexible packaging solutions
- Nationwide technical support and consulting
- Reliable customer service
- Long-term partnerships built on results and respect
When you partner with Phenix, you get a team that treats your business like it’s our own.
100% Employee-Owned. Purpose-Driven.
Phenix is proud to be 100% employee-owned. That ownership mindset influences every part of our work. When you have a stake in the outcome, you care more, strive for better, and bring purpose to every project.
What Ownership Means at Phenix:
- Accountability – Everyone’s invested in the results.
- Excellence – We hold ourselves to high standards because our customers’ success is our success.
- Connection – We grow together, support one another, and celebrate as a team.
We believe people do their best work when they feel empowered, appreciated, and trusted.
Ownership isn’t just our business model—it’s part of who we are.
Join the Phenix Team
Looking for more than just a job? With us, you’ll be part of something bigger. As a member of our employee-owned team, your work shapes both our future and your own.
If you’re passionate, hardworking, and ready to make an impact, we’d love to meet you.