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Auto Supplier To Expand Birmingham Plant

Birmingham, AL – A major supplier to Mercedes-Benz has announced plans to expand its plant in Valley East Industrial Park, creating 400 more jobs.

The $310 million project was announced Tuesday.

Canada-based Kamtech Inc., stamps parts for the German automaker's factory in Vance.

Kamtech already employs 280 employees at its Birmingham plant.

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