Key Tronic Corporation Brings 400 New Jobs to Right to Work Arkansas
Key Tronic Corporation is bringing over 400 new jobs to Right to Work Springdale, Arkansas as a result of establishing operations here. In order to cover all costs, the company is investing a total of $28 million toward the project.
From Area Development Magazine:
“We are pleased to announce the expansion of our U.S. manufacturing operations in Northwest Arkansas. Our new center of excellence in Springdale will provide both our employees and customers with cutting-edge technology and the increased capacity necessary to accommodate expected growth. […] We are committed to continuously investing in our capabilities and attracting innovative talent. Our people are our most valuable asset, and we are delighted to enhance our operations in a region where we have maintained a longstanding presence and a strong team and can benefit from a business-friendly environment.” […]
“Key Tronic has a long history of manufacturing electronics in Arkansas, and we are proud that the company has decided to expand their presence and increase production capacity in our state. […] Congratulations to the Key Tronic team and to the City of Springdale on this major economic development win.”
“This exciting announcement would not have been possible without the leadership of Governor Sanders and the unwavering support of the Arkansas Economic Development Commission. […] Thanks to our regional partners and the proactive efforts of Mayor Sprouse’s administration, we were able to roll out the red carpet for Key Tronic. We are thrilled to welcome them to Springdale and look forward to supporting their success in our community.”
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