Purcell Tire & Rubber Company, a leading provider of tire and rubber products, announced its expansion in Potosi, investing over $5.3 million and creating 10 new jobs. This expansion includes acquiring an 8-acre site in the Washington County Industrial Park for a 44,000-square-foot warehouse, distribution center, and fleet repair shop.
Purcell Tire’s new facility will streamline its distribution processes and improve vehicle maintenance services, reinforcing its commitment to providing top-notch service. The addition of new jobs will strengthen the local workforce and provide new opportunities for the community. This expansion builds on Purcell Tire’s history of commitment to communities and its legacy of excellence and innovation in the tire and rubber industry.
“Purcell has been an active member of the Washington County community for decades,” said Roger Lucas, CEO of Purcell Tire & Rubber Company. “We are excited about this new venture and the growth prospects it brings for the community and our employees. The collaboration and commitment between the teams to advance this project have been excellent, and we want to extend our thanks to all those who made this possible.”
“We have become the leading OTR tire retreader in the world,” said Bob and Juanita Purcell, owners of Purcell Tire. “Our growth over the years has been an exciting ride. Why do I love the tire business so much? Maybe it’s easier to retread than retire. Now we have the opportunity to grow in our home area. As before, we will be very conservative and say we’ll add 10 jobs, but we hope it will end up being 60!”
Purcell Tire and the Washington County Industrial Development Authority will host a groundbreaking event on August 13, 2024, at 10 a.m. at 10505 Industrial Park Drive, Mineral Point.
New jobs added as part of Purcell Tire’s expansion will pay an average wage well above the county average.
For this expansion, Purcell Tire will benefit from the Missouri Works program, which helps companies expand and retain workers by providing access to capital through withholdings or tax credits for job creation.
Founded in 1936, Purcell Tire & Rubber Company has grown to become a leading provider of tire and rubber products, with a strong focus on quality, innovation, and customer service. Its motto is “exceptional value for every customer.” Purcell’s inaugural locations in Washington, Missouri, Granite City, Illinois, and DeSoto, Missouri, have expanded to over 50 across the United States. Purcell has five truck retread plants, two giant tire plants, and four distribution centers, and offers pick-up and delivery services in 45 states. Purcell is also the largest giant tire retreader in North America. To learn more, visit the Purcell Tire & Rubber Company website.
