Worthington Industrie US plan to add 130 jobs

The expansion of Worthington Industries should increase the existing factory of the company in Ohio, Chilton, on which 169 people currently work. Wisconsin Cylinder manufactoring Plan will receive investments in the amount of $ 3.3 million to expand its cylinders production and plans to add production equipment for additional 130 employees.

“We are pleased to expand our production and add jobs in Wisconsin,” said Roger Leisi, the head of Wisconsin Cylinder in Chilton. “Expansion will allow us to work more efficiently and successfully develop our business.” Governor Scott Walker said: "We are highly appreciated by the decision of the maternal company, Worthington Industries, to invest in the power of Wisconsin Cylinder in Chilton."

A company that produces cylinders for the energy sphere and offers buy a bearing , tourist equipment using propane as fuel, portable heaters and desktop grills are entitled to receive $ 430,000 through the corporation of economic development Wisconsin (Wedc).

“We are pleased to support this expansion project in order to help the company increase production and improve its competitiveness compared to manufacturers in other countries,” said Director General Red Hall and WedC Secretary.

The company's products are sold under several brands, including Bernzomatic, Worthington and Coleman. Tax benefits will be distributed annually on the basis of the created new, jobs with full employment and are designed for a three -year period. The company plans to add 130 maintenance employees and machine operators.