September 19, 2025

Autauga County, Prattville, Alabama- GovernorKay Ivey today announced that Owens Corning,a building products leader, is making a significant investment toconstruct a new shingle manufacturing facility in Prattville, providing amassive economic boost to Autauga County. 

The facility is expected to create nearly 100 skilledmanufacturing jobs, according to the Alabama Department of Commerce.

The new plant will operate a four-widelaminator capable of producing approximately 6 million squares oflaminate shingles per year, bolstering Owens Corning’s production capacity forits high-performing roofing products. The facility will incorporate advancedautomation and leading-edge technology. 

“Owens Corning is a name known around the world, and I’mproud that this iconic company is planting roots in Prattville,” GovernorIvey said. “This major investment shows great confidence in Alabama’sworkforce and in our state’s ability to support world-classmanufacturing. With nearly 100 high-quality jobs on the way, this projectis a big win for Autauga County and for all of Alabama,” she added.

Owens Corning recently ranked on the Fortune 500 listfor the 71^st consecutive year. The Toledo, Ohio-based companyoperates 150 facilities worldwide, with 17 asphalt roofing and componentsmanufacturing facilities in the U.S. following the completion of the Prattvilleplant.

“Our new Prattville facility will service our growingcontractor network as we strengthen our U.S. manufacturingfootprint,” said Nico Del Monaco, Owens Corning Roofing President. “We areproud to join the community and expand Owens Corning’s presence inAlabama. 

“This is an attractive location to service our customers,with a dedicated workforce that takes pride in producing a quality product,” headded. “We look forward to deepening our engagement with the local community.”

Support system

Owens Corning announced plans for a new Southeastern U.S. plant inFebruary 2025, saying the strategic investment will expand the company’sroofing manufacturing network, enhancing its ability to meet the strong demandfor its shingles.

State and local economic development officials collaboratedclosely with Owens Corning to make the project a reality, reflecting Alabama’songoing effort to attract long-term investment to both rural and urbancommunities. The project is supported by a $4.9 million investment fromthe Growing Alabama program, which is accelerating improvements at the site inPrattville’s South Industrial Park. In addition, AIDT, Alabama’s primary workforce development agency,will provide services valued at $885,000.

“This project demonstrates Alabama’s growing reputation as ahub for advanced manufacturing,” said Ellen McNair, Secretary of theAlabama Department of Commerce. “Owens Corning’s decision to bring thisinnovative facility to Prattville reflects our state’s strong business climateand our commitment to supporting forward-looking companies with theinfrastructure and workforce they need to succeed.”

Construction is expected to begin in the near future, withproduction beginning in Prattville in 2027.

Local impact

Local officials cheered Owens Corning’s investment plans inPrattville.

Mayor Bill Gillespie Jr. thanked the company directly forselecting his city for its growth project.

“Your decision to invest in Prattville showcases yourcommitment to innovation and excellence in building materials but alsorepresents a significant milestone for our local economy, which promises tocreate high-quality jobs, stimulate growth and strengthen our workforce forgenerations to come,” Gillespie said. “Together, we look forward to a long and prosperouspartnership as we build a brighter future for all.”

Autauga County Commission Chairman Jay Thompson said he islooking forward to supporting Owens Corning’s success and celebrating anexciting chapter for the community. “This is just the beginning of a promising partnership thatwill bring jobs to our community — jobs that will provide stability and helpfeed families,” Thompson said. “These opportunities will have a meaningfulimpact on our residents, offering economic growth and a brighter future forfamilies in Prattville and beyond. As a high-performing building products leader, OwensCorning’s presence will strengthen our local economy and support the dreams ofmany.”