United Parcel Service to expand operations in Pennsylvania, creating 1,700 new jobs

Gov. Tom Wolf announced Wednesday that United Parcel Service (UPS) will expand its operations in Pennsylvania, resulting in the creation of 1,721 new, full-time jobs and the retention of 6,458 full-time jobs.

“With a foundation of longevity and rich history, UPS is a company that is still growing at a rapid rate, serving the needs of people in all corners of the commonwealth on a daily basis,” Wolf said. “Our investment in this global company will not only ensure that customers across Pennsylvania will continue to receive the service they expect but also local communities will benefit from the combined creation and retention of thousands of good-paying, full-time jobs.”

UPS will expand its operations to four locations in Cumberland, Dauphin, Northampton, and Philadelphia counties and will invest in building renovations, equipment and infrastructure improvements at each location. The company has pledged to invest at least $1.4 billion in the project.

“UPS is grateful for the strong relationship we continue to build with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania,” UPS Chief Information and Engineering Officer Juan Perez said. “We are excited to bring new jobs to Pennsylvania, and we are committed to engaging in the communities where we are expanding our operations. From small business owners growing their customer base to manufacturers moving parts and products, and e-tailers looking for efficient and fast order fulfillment, companies of all sizes throughout the Northeast will benefit from UPS’s latest global network transformation initiative.”

The Department of Community and Economic Development provided UPS with a funding proposal for $2.7 million in Job Creation Tax Credits to be distributed after the creation of the new jobs, $5.6 million in Infrastructure and Facilities Improvement Program funding and $659,400 in grants for workforce training and development. The Governor’s Action Team coordinated the project.