Blount County’s largest employer broke ground Thursday morning on a warehouse that’s part of a $400 million project.
DENSO Manufacturing Tennessee started construction on a 186,528-square-foot warehouse on its Maryville campus.
“As we continue to expand, we also renew our commitment to serve our customers with our best efforts and to make important new contributions to the economic well-being of Blount County, East Tennessee and the region as whole,” said DENSO president and CEO Jack Helmboldt.
DENSO owns four plants that make parts for car companies for companies like Toyota, Honda and General Motors.
The company’s project is expected to create 500 jobs.
DENSO employs more than 3,100 people. Anyone interested in applying for a position at DENSO can apply at the company’s website.
Crews expect to finish the warehouse by October 2017.