Opelika Council Approves $79M Manufacturing Project by Faith Technologies, Creating 200 Jobs
The Opelika City Council approved a $79 million manufacturing project by Faith Technologies, projected to create 200 full-time jobs. The facility, located at the former Joann Fabrics Distribution Center, will focus on electrical assemblies for infrastructure projects. City officials confirmed the site is not a data center, addressing resident concerns. Hiring is expected to start later this year with an average salary of $65,000, supported by job-performance incentives and tuition reimbursement for training.

The Opelika City Council approved a $79 million manufacturing project by Faith Technologies, which will create at least 200 full-time jobs. The facility will operate at the former Joann Fabrics Distribution Center near Interstate 85 and will focus on electrical assemblies and engineering for infrastructure projects.
City officials confirmed it is not a data center, addressing public concerns. Hiring is set to begin later this year, with an average salary of $65,000, and the city is offering job-performance incentives and tuition reimbursement for training. The project required expedited approval to align with equipment delivery schedules.




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