Governor Brian Kemp (R-GA) today announced that Mayville Engineering Company (MEC) plans to create approximately 140 new jobs and invest an estimated $26 million over the next several years to establish a new metal fabrication facility in McDuffie County.
What is the timeline for this new facility and where will it be located? For the new metal fabrication facility, MEC will refurbish the existing building at 1048 Superior Way in Thomson.
Facility renovations and equipment investments are expected to be phased in over the next several years, with workforce expansion anticipated to begin in 2026.
The company will be hiring for roles in management, administrative support, technical positions, operators, maintenance, and quality control.
What key figures had to say:
- Gov. Brian Kemp: “We continue to see companies bring good-paying jobs and opportunity to all corners of this state. MEC will help reinforce Georgia's strong manufacturing supply chain while benefiting from our highly skilled workforce and top-notch infrastructure network.”
- President and CEO of MEC, Jag Reddy: “MEC is proud to partner with McDuffie County and the State of Georgia to bring new investment and approximately 140 jobs to the region. Georgia’s skilled workforce and strong commitment to economic development made it the ideal location for our newest facility, and we look forward to contributing to the community’s continued growth.”
- Chairman of the McDuffie County Commission: “Attracting an internationally competitive manufacturing company like MEC creates opportunities not only for today’s workforce, but also for the next generation of workers. We look forward to working with MEC as the company becomes an important part of our community.”
Further Context: Founded in 1945, MEC is a U.S.-based company that provides a wide range of services, including prototyping and tooling, production fabrication, aluminum extrusion, coating, assembly, and aftermarket support.
The company serves various industries, such as commercial vehicles, data center and critical power, construction and access equipment, agriculture, powersports, and more.
