Chicago Facility to Create Nearly 100 New Local Jobs and Aims to be First LEED Platinum Certified Factory in Consumer Packaged Goods Industry
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Mayor Rahm Emanuel today joined Method officials and architect William McDonough to unveil designs for Method’s first manufacturing facility in the U.S., located in the City’s Pullman neighborhood on Chicago’s south side. The new facility is expected to bring nearly 100 new jobs to the City of Chicago and Method plans to recruit local residents throughout the hiring process for the plant’s workforce.
“The City of Chicago continues to attract companies looking to access our highly skilled workforce, transportation system and diverse business climate,” said Mayor Emanuel. “Method choosing to build their state-of the-art manufacturing facility in Chicago’s historic Pullman neighborhood is a major economic investment for the south side of the City. Method has made a significant commitment to corporate responsibility and sustainability and I am proud they will open their doors in Chicago.”
Attracting and retaining manufacturing jobs is a key component of the city’s economic development plan, the Plan for Economic Growth and Jobs, produced by World Business Chicago at the mayor’s request. Promoting green jobs in our neighborhoods is also a key focus of the plan. Method is building an advanced facility with the goal of being the world’s first and only LEED Platinum certified manufacturing plant in its industry. Method’s choice demonstrates the City of Chicago continues to be the ideal choice for cutting-edge companies.
