Primed for Polymers
Billions Produced
For years, Ohio has led the nation in the production of rubber & plastics. In Washington County, the polymer industry thrives and forms the foundation of an impressive regional polymer cluster. Billions of pounds of polymers are produced here every year by the companies below.
| Company | Location | Product |
|---|---|---|
| Americas Styrenics | Marietta | PS resins |
| Concepts West | Parkersburg, WV | Resin reprocessing |
| Cytec Industries, Inc. | Willow Island, WV | Urethanes |
| Dimex | Marietta | PVC & PE extrusions |
| DuPont | Washington, WV | Acrylics, engineered polymers |
| Flexmag | Marietta | Flexible magnets |
| Kraton Polymers LLC | Belpre | Styrenic block copolymers resins |
| Magnum Magnetics | Marietta | Flexible magnets |
| Mondo Polymer Technologies | Marietta | PE extrusions |
| former INEOS NOVA (now vacant) | Belpre | PS resins |
| RJF International | Marietta | Vinyl wall & floor coverings |
| Sabic Innovative Plastics | Washington, WV | ABS & engineered resins |
| Solvay Advanced Polymers | Marietta | Polysulfone polymer resins |
Millions Saved
- Washington County offers efficient market access. We are located in close proximity to markets – within one day’s drive of 60 percent of the U.S. population – and, we have multiple transportation modes: river barge, rail and highway.
- Washington County government is cooperative with businesses. In the last 10 years, Washington County provided partial tax exemptions on $694 million worth of business investments.
- In 2005, Ohio enacted tax reforms that provide competitive advantages to manufacturing companies and those selling goods and services outside of Ohio. In fact, Ernst & Young found Ohio will offer the lowest tax rate on new capital investment in the Midwest. Learn more at http://www.ohiomeansbusiness.com/cost/index.php.
Hundreds and Thousands Available
- The chemical and polymer industry dominates the local economy. Over 4,300 people are employed at 21 chemical and polymer establishments in the Parkersburg-Marietta metropolitan statistical area. This highly skilled work force has been downsized, and experienced workers are available.
- In Spring 2007, Chevron-Phillips Chemical Company advertised for four chemical operator positions, they received 493 applications. That is more than 100 applicants per job.
- In Summer 2007, Hino Motors located in the Mid-Ohio Valley and advertised for 80 positions. Nearly 3,000 people applied for jobs.
- Washington County Career Center and Washington State Community College both offer programs of interest to polymer companies. Course offerings include: chemical operator, design and drafting, electrical engineering, electricity, industrial technology, instrumentation, LEAN manufacturing, maintenance mechanic, mechanical engineering, and Six Sigma.
Primed for Life
Washington County offers everything a business needs to succeed while affording owners and employees a great quality of life. We call it balance without compromise. You can learn more on our Quality of Life pages. But don’t just take our word for it. Hear what third parties say about living in Washington County:
- The Parkersburg-Marietta metropolitan statistical area was voted a Four-Star Community for quality of life by Expansion Management Magazine in 2006.
- National Geographic Adventure Magazine voted Marietta, the county seat of Washington County, one of the 50 top outdoor adventure towns in the U.S. (one in each state). Marietta was selected for river sports, biking, hiking, outdoor music, and nature areas.
- Marietta was named one of the Best Hometowns in Ohio by Ohio Magazine in 2006.
- In 2007, Marietta was named one of the best towns in which to retire by AARP and Where to Retire Magazine.
- In August of 2007, Country Living Magazine designated Marietta as having the best main street in Ohio.
