Worthington Industries (NYSE:WOR) is a leading global industrial manufacturing company delivering innovative solutions to customers that span many industries including transportation, construction, industrial, agriculture, retail and energy. Worthington’s Paducah, Kentucky facility is one of the top employers in McCracken County, producing refrigerant gas cylinders primarily used in home and auto
HVAC systems as well as in restaurants and convenience stores. Embodying Worthington’s Philosophy of encouraging employees to get involved where they live and work, the Paducah facility supports many worthwhile community causes. Employees are also empowered to drive their own giving initiatives, include the yearly collection of donations for various area shelters. Worthington’s storied history of community stewardship is just one thing our employees love about working here. From our competitive compensation and employee development programs to above-market benefits including profit sharing and a comprehensive wellness program, as well as a safety record that’s more than two times better than our industry average – we don’t just say people-first, we practice it. Worthington Industries was founded in 1955 by a young steel salesman named John H. McConnell who saw an opportunity for custom-processed steel. He purchased his first load of steel by borrowing $600 against his 1952 Oldsmobile, and then used that money to start Worthington Industries in Columbus, Ohio. Since then, the Company has grown into a leading, global manufacturer with a focus on the Golden Rule, valued employees, innovation and growth. Relentlessly finding new ways to drive progress and transform, Worthington is committed to providing better solutions for customers and bettering the communities where it operates by reducing waste, supporting community-based non-profits and developing the next generations of makers.
