Rutherford County Economic Development

Rutherford County Economic Development Rutherford County Economic Development is a nonprofit organization supported by public and private funding.

Our mission is to retain and recruit new jobs and stimulate investment within Rutherford County, North Carolina. Rutherford County, North Carolina is centrally located along the eastern seaboard of the United States between 8 major metropolitan areas, 2 international airports, and 1 regional airport. Rutherford County’s strategic location along the edge of the I-85 manufacturing and distribution c

orridor between Charlotte, NC and Greenville, SC provides convenient access to two major manufacturing centers and a large, readily available workforce. Rutherford County has a labor draw of nearly 320,000 within a 50 mile radius. Transportation of product is convenient with four-lane access to Interstates 85, 26, and 40 reaching more than 60% of the country’s manufacturing base in less than a two-day drive. North Carolina's Rutherford County Economic Development works to recruit new business and industry to the area, while assisting with the retention and expansion of existing business and industry already located here.

05/15/2026
05/15/2026

This summer, step into the future at TechSpire! 🚀💡

Rising 9th–12th graders can spend a week diving into hands-on learning in Web Development, Cybersecurity, Artificial Intelligence, and Extended Reality (XR).

It’s a fun, interactive way to explore tech, build new skills, and get a feel for in-demand career paths... all for FREE!

Spots are limited, so register today!

🔗 Learn more about TechSpire and other summer camps at isothermal.edu/camps

05/15/2026

This summer is all about building real skills, real experience, and real opportunities for your future ⚙️⚡

Current high school juniors and seniors (16+) are invited to discover two paid summer career opportunities through the Isothermal Works Pre-Apprenticeship Program and the Careers Electric Summer Electrical Academy.

Want to learn more? Join us for a virtual information session on Monday, May 18 at 5:30 pm to hear about program options, dates, and how to get started.

📅 Isothermal Works Pre-Apprenticeship Program | June 1 – June 18 | $500 stipend + transportation support
📅 Careers Electric Summer Electrical Academy | June 1 – July 29 | $2,000 stipend + transportation support

Your future starts this summer.

🔗 Visit isothermal.edu/works/summer for more details and registration information

05/08/2026

TMG & Haartz Solutions is hiring!

We are actively seeking candidates for Purchasing Administrator and Product Engineer roles in Bostic, North Carolina.

Interested candidates are encouraged to send their resume to: [email protected]

Learn more: https://tmghaartzsolutions.com/

05/06/2026

Be sure to check out the FREE seminars being offered during the month of May and register today!

03/31/2026

**JOB FAIR**
Join Cummins for a job fair this Wednesday, April 1st from 10am - 2pm located at 160 Ash Drive, Forest City, NC 28043.

In need of a resume? Visit the NCWorks center for help in preparing for this and other job opportunities.

In observance of the upcoming holidays, our office will close Tuesday, December 23rd at noon. We will re-open Monday, Ja...
12/23/2025

In observance of the upcoming holidays, our office will close Tuesday, December 23rd at noon. We will re-open Monday, January 5th at 8:30 am. 🎄🎅🎁

Address

142 E Main St
Forest City, NC
28043-3101

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm

Telephone

+18282876200

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