GAF Plans a New Plant in Right to Work Georgia

GAF is adding a new manufacturing facility soon in Right to Work Valdosta, Georgia. In order to meet their needs, the company is investing a total of $146 million toward the project. And, they also plan to create 135 new jobs. So this is exciting economic news!

From Area Development Magazine:

“GAF is committed to ensuring that our commercial roofing customers receive the highest quality service and adding another manufacturing plant in Georgia will help ensure that our customers get the GAF products they need as quickly and efficiently as possible. […] We’re a proud employer in the state of Georgia, Lowndes County and the city of Valdosta and are excited to continue our investment in the region to help drive economic development and bring more opportunities to residents.†[…]

“We are excited to celebrate GAF’s fourth location in Georgia and the opportunities this advanced manufacturing facility will create in Lowndes County and the surrounding area. […] Manufacturing continues to grow at an incredible rate across Georgia – creating 166 percent more new jobs from economic development projects last year compared to the previous year. These jobs-of-the-future benefit the long-term health of our citizens, families, and communities. Congratulations to our partners in Valdosta and Lowndes County, and thank you GAF for continuing to invest and grow in Georgia.â€

AREA DEVELOPMENT MAGAZINE

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