James Hardie, a producer and marketer of high-performance fiber cement and fiber gypsum building solutions, plans to hire 200 additional workers as the company expands its manufacturing plant in Prattville, Ala.
The growth project will double the size of the Alabama facility, permitting a large-scale expansion of its manufacturing capacity. Once the new positions are filled, the plant, located on a 103-acre site in Prattville’s South Industrial Park, will have a workforce of 405, reports the Alabama Political Reporter.
“I’m very pleased that James Hardie is pursuing growth plans that will create 200 new jobs at its Alabama manufacturing center. This significant expansion project shows the world that another world-class company is thriving in our state,” said Governor Kay Ivey. “This growth will solidify James Hardie’s presence in Prattville, and I know we can work together to create a bright future for the community.”
The announcement comes as the Prattville City Council and Mayor Bill Gillespie Jr. approved an expansion agreement with James Hardie, paving the way for the company’s investment in the Prattville plant, the publication reports.
Chicago-based James Hardie said the growth project demonstrates the company’s long-term commitment to the community and the state of Alabama. Approximately 83 percent of the company’s raw materials are purchased within 100 miles of its plant, supporting local businesses, and minimizing the facility’s carbon footprint by shortening its supply chain.
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