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Johnston County's Successful Business Force

Affording a perfect marriage of resources, location and skilled manpower, it's no wonder Johnston County has such a diverse cross-section of businesses. The area's proximity to Raleigh's population and the brain trust of the Research Triangle allow Johnston County notable success in the manufacturing, retail, food and pharmaceutical industries. Manufacturing The manufacturers range from industrial giant Caterpillar's plants in Clayton and Smithfield to Andrew Corp., which makes satellite... Read More »
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Johnston County Continues Growth Mode With New Companies, Expansions

When proactive leadership, a strategic location and a skilled workforce are combined, economic magic can happen. That has certainly been the case in Johnston County, which has pulled several big rabbits out of its proverbial hat during the past two years. From the November 2011 opening of the $25.4 million Northeast Rolls of North Carolina facility in Clayton to the $268 million expansion of Grifols Inc. (formerly Talecris), Johnston County is seeing explosive growth, with payrolls to match.... Read More »
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Smithfield Top Employers

Smithfield's position as the seat of Johnston County lends itself well to the job market.Johnston County School System Johnston County Government Wal-Mart Stores Johnston Community College Johnston Memorial Hospital Caterpillar, Inc. Precision Air/Flanders Carolina packers TT Electronics/AB Automotive ASC Signal Corporation Brogden Logistics  Read More »