Where is Mohawk Industries Creating 130 New Jobs?
Mohawk Industries is a popular manufacturer of flooring, especially carpeting. Now, they area planning to expand soon in Right to Work Roanoke, Alabama. This will help them increase yarn manufacturing, a critical component in making carpets. This expansion will also mean new jobs for those living in Randolph County. In fact, the company plans to create a total of 130 new jobs! So this will be a great economic addition for the entire community here.
From Area Development Magazine:
“Our yarn facilities are very important, as they start our carpet manufacturing process. […] When we decided to expand our yarn production to help meet customer demand, our Roanoke location was the perfect choice because of the talented workforce here and in the surrounding counties.†[…]
“Mohawk’s growth plans are another example of the advantages offered in rural Alabama. […] The extensive activity that is abundant in our rural communities is [gaining recognition].†[…]
“Mohawk has been invest[ing] in the City of Roanoke for many years. An expansion of this size shows the company’s confidence in our economy and workforce. […] I am very thankful for the opportunities this will bring to our area.â€
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