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.