At the Clarksville-Montgomery County Economic Development Council, our mission is to build a community where people want to visit, live, work and invest. The Made Here In Clarksville video series highlights the companies, people and products that contribute to the strength of our local economy and manufacturing community.
In our latest installment, we step inside LG Electronics, where advanced technology and a skilled local workforce are helping redefine what manufacturing looks like in Middle Tennessee.
Robots may not be the first thing that comes to mind when you picture manufacturing in Middle Tennessee. Step inside LG Electronics’ Clarksville manufacturing facility, and the innovation is hard to miss. The company’s automated systems and skilled employees work side by side to produce household appliances that are shipped to homes across the country.
At its Clarksville facility, LG Electronics manufactures washing machines and dryers by pairing advanced production systems with the expertise of local employees. From assembly to inspection to final preparation, the operation reflects the growing role Clarksville-Montgomery County plays in the national manufacturing landscape.
“Last year, we made 1.4 million units, and this year we’re expected to make 1.8 million units,” LG Electronics Research and Development Director Jake Park said.
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