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Manufacturing in Georgia | Georgia Department of Economic Development Search Built for Business We're here to help you make the most of what you make. Play Built for Business Video Georgia Advanced Manufacturing Georgia is a national leader in advanced manufacturing, outpacing the United States in 10-year GDP growth in the manufacturing of products including machinery, electrical equipment and components, and fabricated metals. Our strength across multiple sectors results in a $59.5 billion output, and an abundant workforce of approximately 289,000 production workers. Robust shipping and logistics operations provide speed to market and a competitive edge for Georgia's manufacturers. Start the Conversation Contact Us Georgia Manufacturing Companies Pro-Business State Georgia’s Governors and the General Assembly have a long history of supporting businesses in the state by passing bipartisan legislation that is business-friendly, and stopping legislation viewed as an impediment to business success in the state. It is no mistake that Area Development has named Georgia as the best state in the country to do business for a record-setting 12 years in a row. The department of economic development also facilities coordination between utilities and communities, and assists with permitting. We recognize the need for speed, and Georgia's certified site program identifies industrial sites that have undergone due diligence and are ready for fast-track construction projects. We are grateful to the State of Georgia and Toombs County for their business-friendly and forward-looking leadership providing the opportunity to grow EJP in this strategically significant and beautiful part of the country. We look forward to adding talented, hardworking residents to the East Jordan Plastics team in the future.” Scott Diller, President of East Jordan Plastics An Advanced Workforce In addition to being a right-to-work state, with low unionization rates, our quality workforce is one reason why companies in automotive, machinery, and plastics industries are experiencing high job growth. Whether you are looking for engineering talent to further innovation in products or processes, or a skilled labor force to work on the plant floor, Georgia has the existing and future workforce to fulfill your hiring needs. Some programs in place to meet the needs of advanced manufacturing companies are: Georgia University System — including top ranked Georgia Tech — has degree programs in engineering and business fields of study to meet your hiring needs. Georgia Tech is highly ranked as one of the best engineering programs by U.S. News and World Report. The Technical College System of Georgia offers a wide range of skills training for manufacturing for both certificates and two-year degrees in jobs that are increasingly dependent on rapidly advancing technologies. In recent years, technical colleges have expanded their apprenticeship and interns
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