Orchid Orthopedic Solutions Alabama, will locate a manufacturing facility to support its machining of complex instruments on Bells Highway in Jackson, Tennessee.

A worldwide leader in the contract design and manufacture of implants, instruments and innovative technologies for the orthopedic, dental and cardiovascular markets, Orchid Orthopedic will invest $976,000 to establish its new plant and create 25 new jobs in Madison County. The facility is an expansion of Orchid Alabama, which is part of the Orchid family of companies worldwide.

“Tennessee is home to more than 500 manufacturing businesses with worldwide operations, and as we continue to expand our global footprint, we welcome companies looking to take advantage of our state’s superior logistical strength and highly skilled workforce,” Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development Commissioner Bill Hagerty said. “I appreciate Orchid’s investment in Jackson and the jobs they are creating for our citizens, and am pleased to see that valuable medical devices manufactured in Tennessee will be used to help people throughout the world.”