March 23 (SeeNews) - US manufacturing solutions provider Jabil said on Thursday that it is in the process of establishing a new manufacturing facility in Osijek, eastern Croatia, which is expected to create more than 1,500 jobs for qualified employees.
“This expansion is a strategic move that aligns with Jabil's focus on long-term secular trends and growth in renewable energy, electric vehicles, healthcare, 5G, and cloud. The new facility will serve as a hub for Jabil's continued commitment to innovation, sustainability, and delivering comprehensive manufacturing solutions to our customers,” Jabil’s executive vice president in charge of operations, Gerald Creadon, said in a press release.
The construction of the new manufacturing facility is due to be completed in early 2024.
Jabil has more than 250,000 employees in more than 100 strategic sites in 30 countries around the world, according to the company's website.