National logistics firm Summit Supply Chain announced Wednesday it will build a 750,000-square-foot distribution center in the Statesville Regional Airport business park, creating approximately 400 full-time jobs over the next two years.<\/p>
The $85 million facility will serve as the company’s Southeast regional hub, taking advantage of Statesville’s strategic location at the intersection of I-77 and I-40. Operations are expected to begin in the first quarter of 2027.<\/p>
Starting wages will range from $18 to $24 per hour, with benefits including health insurance and tuition reimbursement. The company has pledged to prioritize local hiring.<\/p>
“Iredell County’s workforce, infrastructure, and business-friendly environment made Statesville the clear choice,” said Summit CEO Patricia Wren. County economic development director James Cathey called the announcement “a game-changer for our community.”<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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