Faith Technologies announces $79M investment for Opelika facility
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The former JoAnn Stores Distribution Center at the Northeast Opelika Industrial Park will soon be home to an advanced manufacturing facility.
Faith Technologies (FTI) is expanding its Alabama presence with a $79 million investment, transforming the former distribution center into a manufacturing facility. The move is expected to bring around 200 full-time jobs to the area.
“This investment represents more than new jobs and new facilities. It reflects confidence in our people, our leadership and our business-friendly environment. Faith Technologies will be an important partner in our community as they help shape the future of modern infrastructure and data-driven industries.”
Eddie Smith, Opelika mayor
The facility will be located on Anderson Road, just off Interstate 85 a few miles northeast of downtown Opelika.
Faith Technologies Inc.
Under its Excellerate brand, FTI provides modular solutions and electrical assemblies for a wide range of projects.
“The company pairs a modular construction model with lean manufacturing principles to break projects into standarized components that are prefabricated at facilities and delivered ready for installation.The approach increases cost savings, productivity and safety for clients across multiple industries.”
Alabama Department of Commerce
The Opelika location will add to the company’s expanding footprint across the country which includes facilities in:
- Appleton, WI
- Olathe, KS
- El Paso, TX
- Pittsboro, IN
The company specializes in building electrical components in controlled environments for jobsite installation. The goal is to enhance efficiency, improving quality and reducing labor hours.
“Faith Technologies’ decision to locate in Opelika is a strong endorsement of our community, our workforce and our long-term economic vision. Their innovative approach to modular manufacturing and their role in supporting the rapidly expanding data and AI sector fit squarely within the type of forward-looking, high-quality growth we are working to attract.”
John Sweatman, Economic Development Director for the City of Opelik
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