Jefferson Shredding and Recycling LLC is investing $22.4 million in a co-location project at Outokumpu’s Calvert facility, creating 15 jobs in Mobile County.
The company operates a metal shredder that will process large pieces of scrap metal into smaller pieces that can be remelted and recycled. The company estimates 9,000 tons of scrap metal will be recycled each month, totaling roughly 108,000 tons annually.
“Jefferson Shredding and Recycling is proud to partner with Outokumpu on a project that strengthens the circular economy and supports the long-term future of metal manufacturing in our region,” said Paul Dreher Sr., of Jefferson Shredding and Recycling.
The co-location builds on the success of Outokumpu’s operations in Calvert. “By expanding scrap processing capabilities on-site, it enhances our utilization of recycled materials which supports our position as a leader in sustainability,” said Joachim Stolz, senior vice president of operations, Outokumpu Stainless USA.
Mobile Chamber President and CEO Bradley Byrne said, “Three of our region’s largest manufacturing employers are tied to the metals industry, and projects like this show why that sector continues to grow here.”
Mobile County Commission President Connie Hudson said, “This $22.4 million investment will create high-paying jobs, generate more than $1.3 million in payroll at full operations, and expand recycling and materials recovery efforts that are increasingly important to the future of manufacturing.”
Jefferson Shredding and Recycling plans to break ground on the project in June and begin operations in August of 2027.
