Four Employers to Participate in December Workforce Wednesday

27 Nov 2023

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On Wednesday, December 6, the following Jasper County companies will have dedicated staff to discuss current employment opportunities at their businesses. Job seekers are invited to stop by anytime between 11:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. to learn more about the company and its job opportunities. No appointment is necessary!

Co-Line Manufacturing –1232 100th Street, Sully, IA 50251
Advanced metal fabrication company with a unique culture and clean working environment.
Graphic Packaging –1204 N 15th Avenue, Newton, IA 50208
Providers of fiber based consumer packaging solutions.
Multi-Packaging–200 N 8^th Avenue E, Newton, Newton, IA 50208 (use the south side door)
Flexo-graphic printing company specializing in food packaging; offering a four-day workweek, Monday—Thursday.
Progress Industries –202 N 3rd Avenue W, Newton, IA 50208
Providers of programs for people with disabilities.

Workforce Wednesdays are a program of Newton Development Corporation and are held in Jasper County on the first Wednesday of each month. Workforce Wednesdays allow job seekers interested in Jasper County employment opportunities to speak directly to employers about their company and current openings.

For more information about Workforce Wednesdays, contact Tanya Michener at Newton Development Corporation by email or at 641-787-8210.

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