17 employers seek to fill over 465 positions at upcoming job fair in Jackson

JACKSON, Tenn. — More than a dozen local employers will participate in an upcoming job fair in Jackson.

Courtesy: Goodwill Industries of Middle Tennessee

The Goodwill Career Solutions center, located at 1320 South Highland, will host a Job Fair and Community Resource event on Tuesday, August 2 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

A news release states that a total of 17 employers will be seeking to fill more than 465 positions.

Employers include:

  • Addus HomeCare
  • American Job Center
  • D.A.T Staffing
  • Family and Children’s Services
  • Gray Metal South
  • Hamilton Ryker
  • Hiller
  • Jackson Housing Authority
  • Kelly Services
  • Pacific Manufacturing
  • PROMAN Staffing
  • SEEDCO
  • Tennessee Department of Correction
  • Tennessee Reconnect
  • WestRock
  • West Tennessee State Penitentiary
  • Zaxby’s

Positions to be filled include home care aide, production, welder, residence hall monitor, maintenance helper, machine operator, assembly, press operator, robotic welder, forklift, lumper, plumber, HVAC, electrical technician, apprentice, packager, quality tech, light industrial warehouse, correction officer and others.

Representatives from these companies will be on-site and interviews will be possible. Job-seekers should dress for success and they’re encouraged to bring a resume, photo ID and their Social Security card or birth certificate.

Job-seekers can pre-register for the event by calling (731) 736-3401. Visitors to Goodwill Career Solutions centers are encouraged to wear a face mask and practice social distancing.

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