Jackson, Miss. – Global manufacturing solutions provider Jabil plans to invest in a new facility in Marshall County. The company expects to invest approximately $70 million over three years and create around 24 jobs.
Headquartered in St. Petersburg, Florida, Jabil’s healthcare division provides manufacturing and supply chain expertise, as well as engineering and design capabilities, for the development of product solutions across a range of medical devices. The company is constructing a 100,000-square-foot facility with X-ray sterilization capabilities for medical devices in Marshall County.
The Mississippi Development Authority is providing assistance through the Mississippi Flexible Tax Incentive, or MFLEX, program. MDA also is providing assistance with site preparation and construction. The Marshall County Board of Supervisors and Tennessee Valley Authority are assisting with the project, as well.
Jabil plans to open the facility and fill new jobs by late 2027.
Individuals interested in learning about career opportunities at Jabil should sign up for the Jabil Career Network at careers.jabil.com.
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“Mississippi’s record-breaking economic development success isn’t letting up. Jabil’s $70 million investment in Marshall County is another great private-sector investment in our state. Companies believe in Mississippi. They know Mississippi can meet their speed-to-market needs and that our workforce will deliver results. I can’t say it enough: the ‘Mississippi Momentum’ is real, it’s powerful, and this truly is our time.” – Gov. Tate Reeves
“Jabil’s new location in Marshall County is another great example of MDA and our local partners driving record-shattering economic development. Mississippi leaders have built one of the most attractive and supportive business environments in the country—one that offers an arsenal of resources that make companies like Jabil choose to locate here. We’re proud to support Jabil as it breaks new ground in Marshall County and brings new high-tech opportunities to the region’s workforce.” – Mississippi Development Authority Executive Director Bill Cork
“At Jabil, we support our customers’ goals by investing in capabilities and localities that keep their products moving forward efficiently and cost effectively. Our anticipated sterilization site, strategically located in Marshall County near our Memphis transportation hub, is the latest example of these efforts. We are grateful to Mississippi’s state and local representatives for supporting our new Jabil site and the jobs it will bring.” – Mike Mahaz, Jabil SVP Global Business Units, Healthcare
“Marshall County is open for business and appreciates the continued support of the Mississippi Development Authority and the state of Mississippi to help make this project possible. Jabil is a global leader in the manufacturing of medical devices, and we are committed to supporting their operations in Marshall County. This project will provide great careers for our residents and add diversity to our growing business sector.” – Marshall County Board of Supervisors President George Zinn III
“TVA and Northcentral Electric Cooperative congratulate Jabil on its decision to establish operations in Marshall County. Helping support companies creating job opportunities and investment in the region is fundamental to TVA’s mission of service. We are proud to partner with Mississippi Development Authority and Marshall County Industrial Development Authority to further that mission and look forward to Jabil’s future business success.” – TVA Senior Vice President of Economic Development John Bradley
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About Mississippi Development Authority
Mississippi Development Authority is the state’s lead economic and community development agency. MDA focuses on new business recruitment, existing business expansion, workforce training, and tourism promotion. For more information, visit MDA’s website at mississippi.org