Centralina NCWorks Career Centers

Southern Pipe, Inc. is hiring
Starting Wage
$16.00 - $18.00 an hour with a
$2.50 shift differential for night shift
plus a $4.00 shift pay for 12-hour shifts.
12-Hour Day and Night Shifts Available
BENEFITS INCLUDE:
Paid Vacation, Paid Personal Days,
100% Company Paid Medical Insurance,
Life Insurance and Long Term Disability.
Low Cost Dental, Vision, Short Term
Disability, Accident Plan, Critical Illness,
Cancer Plan and Pet Insurance.

VISIT US AT NCWORKS STANLY TO APPLY!!

When Yanjan USA, an industry leader in the manufacture of nonwoven materials for a variety of applications, has positions to fill, they turn to the people who are the leaders in matching companies with employees, NCWorks.

You can learn more about the positions available with Yanjan USA located in Statesville NC by attending their job fair hosted by NCWorks at their Statesville office at 307 North Center Street, Statesville.

The Yanjan Job Fair will be open Thursday, May 28 from 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM and then from 2:00 PM to 4:30 PM.
OR
Tuesday, June 9 from 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM and then from 2:00 PM to 4:30 PM.

This could be the start of a great new career! Are you READY?

Centralina Workforce Development Board | Iredell County Economic Development Corporation | City of Statesville NC | Mitchell Community College | Greater Statesville Chamber of Commerce

NCWorks Union Veteran Services will be on site for this event with employment and career services information. Hope to see you there!

Centralina WDB would like to thank outgoing Board Member, Terri Parker, for her service representing Union County. Terri stated, "It has been an honor to serve on the Centralina WDB. I can see what dedicated people there are here. As I retire, I want to wish the Board continued success. Thanks to David and everyone for your support and collaboration."
We appreciate you and wish you a wonderful retirement!

North Carolina approves state Workforce Pell policy, paving the way for July launch The NCWorks Commission approved North Carolina's Workforce Pell policy and application process, paving the way for the federal program.

Our very own Monica Gramling, NCWorks Career Services Leader, served as keynote speaker for Kannapolis City Schools CTE Career & Military Signing Ceremony. These students were recognized for their hard work, career readiness and commitments to apprenticeships, internships, careers and military service — showcasing the many pathways to success available after graduation.

Distance is a real competitive disadvantage when it comes to hiring and keeping good people. That's exactly what our upcoming webinar is designed to address.

💼Employers in the Charlotte region are using vanpool to:

→ Pull from a wider hiring radius without losing candidates to the commute
→ Reduce the absenteeism and turnover
→ Offer a tangible benefit to employees when remote work isn't on the table

Join CONNECT Centralina and Commute with Enterprise to hear directly from employers who've made it work — and all you need to know to see if it's right for you.

✋Only 5 days left to register.

🔗 Registration Link https://loom.ly/oD2oN9Q
📅 Tuesday, May 19th 2026 at 11:00 AM EST

Addressing Workforce Challenges Through Better Commutes - Centralina Regional Council Description: When your workforce is spread across a 30–90 minute commute radius, distance becomes a real problem—for hiring, for showing up, and for staying. Employees don't always quit the job. They quit the drive.

The Centralina WDB recognizes Board member, Lula Jackson, for her 12 dedicated years of service to the Board. Mrs. Jackson was presented with the Mark Whitley Chairmans Award for Outstanding Service in Workforce Development. Thank you Lula!

✨ May Events Are Here!
Join Centralina Regional Council this month to connect, learn, and engage with our community. Click the link for full details and registration information. We look forward to seeing you there! https://loom.ly/O9tAuxk #

Events - Centralina Regional Council May7 Living Healthy with Chronic Pain Cross Training Winter 2026 May 7 - 8, 2026 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Leaders must be certified in Living Healthy with Chronic Conditions to participate in this cross-training. Living Healthy with Chronic Pain Cross Training May 7: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. May 8: 9:00 a.m.....

Centralina WDB was proud to volunteer and participate in the 2026 Job Fair of the Carolinas at Carowinds. A couple of our team members from NCWorks Rowan and NCWorks Union spent time supporting jobseekers, connecting with employers, and helping make this regional event a true success.
We’re grateful for the chance to work alongside incredible partners like NCWorks, SCWorks, and Carowinds—all committed to strengthening the workforce across the Carolinas. Events like this remind us how powerful collaboration can be when we come together for our communities.
👏 Thank you to everyone who attended, supported, and helped bring this event to life. Centralina is honored to play a part in opening doors and creating opportunities for our region.

As part of National Apprenticeship Week, we’re highlighting how registered apprenticeships can help employers across the Centralina region address ongoing hiring challenges and build sustainable workforce pipelines.

Our Workforce Development Board recently partnered with ApprenticeshipNC to host a hybrid workshop that brought together employers and public‑sector leaders to explore how apprenticeship programs can be customized for nearly any occupation, far beyond traditional trades.

Read the full recap here:

Workforce Development Solutions Through Registered Apprenticeships | Centralina Learn how registered apprenticeships help employers and local governments address workforce challenges, build talent pipelines, and future‑proof hiring strategies.