South Whitley, Ind. — Modular building manufacturer Whitley Manufacturing, Inc. announced today that it will expand its South Whitley manufacturing operations, with additional job creation beginning immediately.

“We continue to see growth throughout our business, which confirms our customers’ belief in the quality of our products and reflects the capabilities of our dedicated workforce,” said Simon Dragan, President.

Established in 1945 to build homes for returning World War II veterans, Whitley Manufacturing, Inc has grown to have a regional and now a national presence as an industry leader in modular building construction.

“Whitley Manufacturing has been a steady, stable employer in South Whitley,” said Tonya Porter, Town Council President, “we are excited that the company has chosen to grow in our community.”

This expansion will create forty new jobs at the company’s flagship South Whitley facility, ten to twenty-five new jobs at its Rochester plant, and twenty-five new jobs at its Marysville, Washington plant.

Investments in machinery and equipment will also position the company to grow its business across all product lines, which now include classroom, dormitory, medical, and office facilities.

The Whitley County EDC is working with local and regional partners to support Whitley Manufacturing’s expansion plans.

About Whitley Manufacturing

Founded in 1945, Whitley Manufacturing, Inc. builds modular commercial structures for a variety of applications, including, schools, offices, dormitory and medical facilities. The company operates out of its headquarters located in South Whitley, Indiana and also operates facilities, in Rochester, Indiana and Marysville, Washington. For more information about Whitley Manufacturing, Inc., please visit www.whitleymanufacturing.com.

About Whitley County EDC

The Whitley County Economic Development Corporation is a not-for-profit corporation originated to assist business development needs. The EDC partners closely with local, regional, and state agencies to create a strong link for industry needs. For more information about the EDC, please visit: www.whitleybiz.com.

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