Union Tank Car Company Plans Second Manufacturing Plant In Marion, Ohio
06/01/2015
The company’s investment will include the addition of machinery and equipment and infrastructure at the new location. Union Tank Car Company will also maintain its existing facility, located at 939 Holland Road in Marion.
The company’s expansion was prompted by new federal guidelines regarding the service of ethanol and crude oil tank cars. A second facility will be used to upgrade the tanks and safety measures on Union Tank Car Company’s existing fleet of tank cars to meet the new regulations.
“We have a quick need to expand into a second facility due to the industry’s changing landscape, and found the Columbus Region to be a strategic location to grow,” said Greg Cieslak, Group President, Union Tank Car Rail Parts and Services. “The area offers access to the right workforce and real estate to fit our needs, and the Midwest location and rail infrastructure are convenient to our customers.”
“We’re happy to partner with Union Tank Car Company on its expansion and help secure some of the funding to make this project a reality in Central Ohio,” said Matthew Dietrich, executive director, Ohio Rail Development Commission.
As part of its investment, Union Tank Car Company has committed to adding 200 jobs to its existing roster of employees in Marion. The new jobs will include welders and technicians.
Union Tank Car Company is partnering with Tri-Rivers Career Center on a workforce development program to train applicants to fill the new positions. The training effort, led by Tri-Rivers Career Center, will be specific to the skills Union Tank Car requires for this project. Tri-Rivers Career Center is investing significant funds for new equipment related to the project, and OhioMeansJobs Marion County will provide funds specific to the training aspect.
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