For a county of only 100,000 people, Lenawee County is making a huge impact on the world through the chemical industry.
Chemistry is the foundation of everything. From the careful formulation of shampoo and hand soap to the compound design of parts used in cars and sporting goods, chemistry is more present in our lives than we realize.
Local companies make a variety of chemical products with diverse applications such as Wacker, a manufacturer of silicone products used in everything from commercial to food-grade applications, or W2 Fuel, a company that converts soybean oil into biodiverse diesel fuel.
Lenawee County’s robust chemical manufacturing industry began with chemistry programs at Adrian College, the graduates of which went on to found chemical companies and organizations, leaving a rich history that fostered the ever-growing chemical manufacturing industry in the county today.
In this continually growing industry, chemical manufacturers offer a variety of secure and sustainable jobs that are centered around safety, offer opportunities for advancement, and include competitive benefits. With administrative positions, internship roles, and hands-on manufacturing opportunities, chemical employees see their careers grow with the company and are encouraged to pursue personal, educational, and professional growth.
Many local business leaders have collaborated with the Align Lenawee Talent Consortium to ensure continued economic growth in Lenawee County. Dedicated to local economic development, chemical companies are continually aligning resources and opportunities with local prospective talent.
Chemical manufacturing is the past, the present, and the future in Lenawee County. As chemical companies continue to grow and diversify, the opportunities they offer do as well. Check out our video about the prosperous chemical industry in Lenawee County: