Benchmark Brasov Expansion More Than Doubles
Manufacturing Capacity and Will Add 500 Jobs in the Region
TEMPE, Ariz., July 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Benchmark
Electronics, Inc. (NYSE: BHE), a global provider of engineering,
design, and manufacturing services, today celebrated the opening of
its significantly expanded presence in Brasov, Romania, continuing the company's investment
in the region. This expansion is intended to support
customer-driven demand for access to high-technology manufacturing
solutions, localized and global supply chains, and a
customer-focused team committed to optimizing delivery, quality,
cost, and manufacturing and engineering services. Key market
sectors serviced include complex industrials, medical, and
semiconductor capital equipment. The company celebrated the
opening on Thursday, July 25,
alongside key partners and a host of suppliers, local dignitaries,
and community members.
"Benchmark Brasov, alongside Benchmark Almelo, serves as the
heart and soul of our European operations and we are excited to
expand our manufacturing footprint, add capacity to better serve
our current customers, and support the high interest by new
customers who are looking to regionalize their manufacturing in
Europe," said Jeff Benck, president and CEO, Benchmark. "The
new space will offer our manufacturing and engineering teams ample
room to expand our operations in eastern Europe while also bringing more high-paying
jobs to the Brasov community."
The expansion of Brasov is part of a broader Benchmark strategy
to increase manufacturing capacity around the world by leveraging
its current facilities and leadership as more customers look to
diversify their manufacturing strategy and have products built
closer to end-market consumption. The new space not only provides
new manufacturing space, but also improves system integration and
workflow on the floor.
"It is an honor to welcome our partners, suppliers, and the
local community for the unveiling of our expanded Brasov facility,"
said Herman Bartelink, vice
president of European operations, Benchmark. "We're looking forward
to adding new capabilities and bringing more business and jobs to
the region. This expansion has been a long time coming and I am
very proud of the work of our European team in reaching this
milestone."
In addition to the expansion, Benchmark Brasov will be hiring to
fill the new floor space. The company is looking for a wide range
of roles including technicians, machine operators, and electronic
and mechanical engineers. The expansion will also allow Benchmark
to deepen ties with local universities by offering more
opportunities for internships and other work experience.
To learn more about Benchmark Brasov and the new site features,
please visit the website at
https://www.bench.com/brasov-romania.
About Benchmark Electronics, Inc.
Benchmark provides
comprehensive solutions across the entire product life cycle;
leading through its innovative technology and engineering design
services; leveraging its optimized global supply chain; and
delivering world-class manufacturing services in the following
industries: commercial aerospace, defense, advanced computing,
next-generation communications, medical, complex industrials, and
semiconductor capital equipment. Benchmark's global operations
include facilities in seven countries and its common shares trade
on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol BHE.
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