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German Auto Supplier to Locate in South Central Kentucky

An automotive supplier is opening a plant in south central Kentucky that will create more than 100 jobs.  Germany-based Dr. Schneider Automotive Systems will build a new manufacturing facility in Russell Springs, creating 155 full-time jobs and investing $29 million dollars in the commonwealth. 

Dr. Schneider produces parts for companies such as Ford, GM, BMW, and Volkswagen. 

Russell Springs was chosen over 69 other potential sites adding to Kentucky’s growing list of foreign investors. 

“At the end of an intensive selection process, we decided to choose Russell Springs,” said Wilhelm Wirth, member of the Dr. Schneider board of directors. “The decisive factors included the quality and expandability of the facility and the competitive location costs.

The announcement marks the third German-owned company to locate in the commonwealth this year, all three of which serve the auto industry. 

So far this year, Kentucky ranks third nationally for light vehicle production and first on a per capita basis.

Lisa is a Scottsville native and WKU alum. She has worked in radio as a news reporter and anchor for 18 years. Prior to joining WKU Public Radio, she most recently worked at WHAS in Louisville and WLAC in Nashville. She has received numerous awards from the Associated Press, including Best Reporter in Kentucky. Many of her stories have been heard on NPR.
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