(AP/WGTD)----Foxconn says it manufacturing facility in Mount Pleasant will be producing liquid crystal screens by the end of 2020 with construction beginning later this year.
In February, Foxconn recommitted to building what is known as a Generation 6 factory which typically makes display screens for smaller devices like cellphones, tablets and TVs.
Foxconn announced, Monday morning, the dates for moving ahead with the project, including seeking bids in the coming weeks for utilities and construction work at the factory and related buildings.
Racine County Executive Jonathan Delagrave said the opening of the production facility will mean about 1,500 jobs. "Today's announcement sets in motion a tremendous amount of momentum," Delagrave said in a news release. "Foxconn will be manufacturing in Racine County--and soon," he said.
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