Taurus USA Expands Manufacturing Center in Bainbridge, Georgia
04/13/2018
Taurus USA will build a new 200,000-square-foot facility in Decatur County with 180,000 square feet of space for manufacturing and 20,000 square feet of administrative space. New jobs will include skilled labor positions, administrative personnel, customer service representatives and management teams. Construction will begin in September 2018.
“The decision to move to Bainbridge, Georgia, is part of a long-term growth strategy,” said David Blenker, President & CEO of Taurus USA. “The ability to expand operations is critical for our U.S. business. This new facility will meet our demanding needs to increase production with the skilled workforce Georgia has to offer. We look forward to breaking ground in September 2018 to start the project.”
“We are very proud that Taurus USA has selected our community,” said Rick McCaskill, Executive Director of the Development Authority of Bainbridge and Decatur County. “This has been a team effort and we stand as a team ready to make the construction and staffing of their facility smooth and seamless.”
“Georgia’s strong manufacturing sector and business-friendly climate continue to attract industry-leading manufacturers like Taurus USA to our state,” said Governor Nathan Deal. “With this investment, Taurus USA is highlighting some of the economic development assets available in the Bainbridge area, while also creating meaningful employment opportunities for the community. We welcome Taurus USA to Georgia, and we look forward to seeing how our highly skilled workforce will help the company grow and maintain its competitive edge.”
“Taurus USA’s decision to locate to Bainbridge is not only a win for the community, but for the region,” said GDEcD Commissioner Pat Wilson. “Georgia has a long history in the manufacturing industry sector, and we are excited to add Taurus to the long list of manufacturers that are based here. I am confident that our thriving pro-business environment and unmatched logistics network along with the abundance of resources available in Bainbridge, including a skilled workforce, will allow Taurus to succeed in Georgia.”
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