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The areas strong sense of community transcends into a strong and reliable workforce with old-fashioned work ethic. "Despite rigorous new hire testing, Corning has always been successful at meeting employee requirements, even in times of low unemployment," said Deborah Samelson, Corning Plant Manager, Greenville. "We also have benefited from a 40 year cooperative relationship where the union helps management meet customer/business requirements," added Samelson.
Numerous Darke County industries have enjoyed success due to the plentiful supply of competent, skilled employees. The labor force is comprised of approximately 30,000 residents. Wage rate surveys consistently show a cost advantage to doing business here.
In 1996, Whirlpool Corporation opened a $12.5 million 185,000 square foot plant for its KitchenAid small appliance division. A quality workforce is the main reason Whirlpool decided to expand in Darke County, according to plant manager Casey Drabik. He described the area workforce as "employees with a proven record of quality work.’ Already in 1999, Whirlpool has announced a $10 million 70,000 square foot expansion of the Greenville KitchenAid facility.
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Darke County Workforce Development (DCWD) is a partnership bringing together state, county and private employment and training services. DCWD can assist your company in employee recruitment, job screening, skill assessment and skills matching. Additional services include training services, labor market information and special programs catered to the individual needs of your business. For more information, contact John Greendyke or Bonita Bey at 937-548-4131 or email DCWC.
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