Merck announces more jobs coming to Wilson, North Carolina

The following was summarized from an article in The Wilson Times.

After announcing an expansion over the summer, Merck has announced another valued at $57 million in December 2019. Along with this monetary investment, the corporation plans to add 55 new jobs to the Wilson plant. Combined with the summer announcement, that's $87 million of investment and 89 new jobs in Wilson alone.

The latest announcement comes as Merck plans to expand the scope of work at its Wilson facility. Until now, this location has operated packaging 55 Merck products. With the planned expansion, Merck will begin filling and packaging the company's RotaTeq vaccine. Senior Vice President of Global Pharamceutical Operations Tom McCubbins refers to the expansion as vital in maintaining the Wilson plant's life and longevity within Merck. Merck has received a grant of $200,000 from One North Carolina Fund and $700,000 from Wilson County is assist with the endeavor.

Merck's two expansion announcements over six months further Wilson's portfolio as a life science industrial hub. A celebration for the announcement was held at the Wilson plant. To read the full article by Brie Handgraff, visit The Wilson Times.