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Workforce
The Buchanan
County workforce is second to none.
Over
25 diverse and successful manufacturing plants have established themselves in
Buchanan County. Hard-working residents are invaluable to the achievement of
corporate goals and driving each company's success.
Our existing
employers will attest to the following:
- Employees are willing to commute over 30 miles in one direction
- They have few attendance problems
- There is minimal turnover
- Residents have an outstanding work ethic
According to the 2000 Census tract information,
there are 172,652 people between the ages of 18-64 within a 30-mile radius of
Buchanan County. There are literally thousands of people available and untapped
for new employment opportunities, and there is no foreseeable shortage of
excellence in our highly educated and motivated workforce. In addition, because
of the welcoming atmosphere and the knowledge of raising a family in a safe,
diverse environment, employees are more likely to stay in the area over the
long term.
Historical Unemployment
Rates
| 2000 |
3.1% |
| 2001 |
4.4% |
| 2002 |
4.8% |
| 2003 |
4.5% |
| 2004 |
4.5% |
Unionized Employers
Manufacturing:
One in Winthrop, Iowa
Educational
Attainment Data for Buchanan County Residents 18-64
(Source: U. S. Census Bureau)
87% High School
Graduates
46% Post-Secondary Education
Independence,
Iowa Laborshed Summary
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| Buchanan County Workforce |
| Area Wage Rates |
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Occupation /
Job Title |
Entry |
Average |
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| Clerk, General Office |
$6.39 |
$8.40 |
| Business
Specialist |
11.53 |
18.07 |
| Machinist |
11.53 |
15.10 |
| Packagers |
8.17 |
10.53 |
| Secretary |
6.50 |
10.53 |
| Sales, Manufacturing |
10.36 |
16.95 |
| Bookkeeping |
7.13 |
10.77 |
| Janitor |
6.81 |
8.75 |
| Production Supervisor |
15.82 |
21.65 |
| Truck Driver, Heavy |
9.92 |
14.38 |
| Registered Nurse, Hospital |
17.50 |
22.85 |
| Production Machine Operator |
11.53 |
15.10 |
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Iowa Wage Survey, 2004
| Testimonial |
"The quality of worforce in
Independence and Buchanan County is second to none. Our people are productive
and dedicated to their work, company and community."
Scott
Geater,
President,
Geater Manufacturing
www.geater.com |
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