Source:  Press Release, 10/1/10

Gov. Bev Perdue announced Monday that Tasz, Inc. will create 21 jobs in Caldwell County. The company plans to create the jobs and invest $2.2 million in Lenoir during the next three years. The project was made possible in part by a $42,000 grant from the One North Carolina Fund.

“Today’s announcement is another example of why North Carolina is gaining national attention for creating new jobs,” Gov. Perdue said. “Our skilled workers, custom training programs and first rate business climate are drawing companies nationwide looking for the best location to succeed. Creating jobs is my number one priority and North Carolina continues to be attractive to strong, growing manufacturing companies.”

Salaries will vary by job function, but the average annual wage for the new jobs will be $29,833, not including benefits. The Caldwell County average annual wage is $28,340.

Tasz, Inc., will establish Tasz operations in conjunction with PolyChem Alloy, Inc. at the Lenoir Industrial Park, resulting in a more efficient production process. A 60,000-sq.-ft. manufacturing facility will be built to house Tasz, which will develop, produce and market synthetic closures for the wine and spirits industry. PCA will provide raw materials for the manufacturing process. Tasz will be doing business under its brand name, NeoCork.