Kilgore Economic Development Corp.

10/16/2026

🚀 A strategic plan is most valuable when it puts work in motion. Kilgore Economic Development Corporation is putting in the work to move our community forward.

Kilgore EDC's revitalized Strategic Plan for 2026-2029 is supported by a focused FY 2027 Program of Work, designed to turn Kilgore's competitive advantages into new investment, quality jobs, and long-term economic growth.

🎯 The goal is clear: identify the opportunities, pursue them, and continue to in this community.

"I think there’s a huge opportunity to really hammer down and become laser-focused on the distinctive advantages that Kilgore has over just about any other community that would be considered our competition,” KEDC Executive Director tells Kilgore Current. 📰

🔗 Read the full story: https://bit.ly/4eCcWbn

New executive director sets sights on Kilgore's competitive advantages

10/12/2026

🏭 Why are manufacturers taking a closer look at Kilgore, Texas?

📍 Strategic location. 💰 Competitive operating costs. 👷 A skilled regional workforce. 🤝 And a business community committed to helping companies succeed.

We're pleased to see Kilgore featured in Trade & Industry Development in the article, “KILGORE, TEXAS: A Strategic Location for Manufacturing Expansion.”

The feature highlights the advantages that make Kilgore an attractive destination for manufacturing investment—from our 672-acre Synergy Park and access to major transportation corridors to our strong workforce partnerships and hands-on economic development support.

As KEDC Executive Director Randy Seitz shares in the article, “Our location, labor pool, and low costs all converge to drive profitability for companies expanding manufacturing operations.”

🚀 For companies ready to grow, Kilgore is ready to GO!

🔗 Read the full article: https://bit.ly/3Wmq5Pu

Companies considering expanding manufacturing operations in Texas are increasingly looking beyond the state’s largest metropolitan areas to locations that combine lower operating costs, workforce availability, solid infrastructure and speed to market. And that makes Kilgore, Texas, ideal for compa...

09/29/2026

Congratulations to the City of Kilgore for breaking ground on its new Public Works facility!

08/18/2026

⚙️ Build skills. Advance your career. Step into modern manufacturing.

Kilgore College is offering two fully in-person sections of MFGT-1091: Manufacturing Essentials this fall. This evening continuing education course provides hands-on training in:
🤖 Automated machine operation
🔧 Industrial maintenance
✅ Quality control and workplace safety
📐 Blueprint reading and precision measurement
⚡ Electrical controls, pneumatics, and sensor systems

🏅 Participants will also have the opportunity to earn the SACA C-101 Certified Industry 4.0 Associate credential, demonstrating foundational skills in smart manufacturing and automation.

📍 LONGVIEW
🗓 Tuesdays and Thursdays
🕕 6-9 p.m.
👥 Enrollment limited to 12 participants

📍 HENDERSON
🗓 Mondays and Wednesdays
🕕 6-9 p.m.
👥 Enrollment limited to 8 participants

📅 Course dates: August 24-December 11, 2026
💲 Cost: $500

📞 To register, contact Elizabeth Buckner at 903-988-7452 or [email protected].

🔗 Learn more about the SACA credential: https://hubs.la/Q04ttYSP0

07/24/2026

🧪 Now Hiring in Kilgore! 🧪

Looking for a rewarding career in environmental science or laboratory operations? Local employer SPL is growing its Kilgore team and is currently hiring for:

🔬 Laboratory Technician
🧫 Laboratory Analyst

👉 https://hubs.la/Q04qG6690

SPL believes that the right individuals can be trained for these positions. If you have an educational background in science, a strong work ethic, and a willingness to learn, please send SPL your resume and cover letter. They encourage interested applicants with a solid high school or college background in science, or relevant work experience, to apply.

Please help us spread the word by sharing this post with someone who may be a great fit!

07/22/2026

Kilgore ISD's students and staff will have an incredible new home at Kilgore High School this year! Thank you to the KISD Board of Trustees and Dr. Andy Baker for the special tour of this outstanding new facility.

The evening also provided a great opportunity for our new Executive Director, Randy Seitz, to meet and visit with community leaders, including Rep. Jay Dean.

07/21/2026

🌟Please join us in welcoming Randy Seitz, MBA, as the new Executive Director of the Kilgore Economic Development Corporation!

Randy brings more than 30 years of economic development leadership and a strong record of attracting investment, creating jobs, supporting businesses, and building successful community partnerships.

We are excited to welcome Randy to Kilgore and look forward to working with him to create strong opportunities for employers, our workforce and community.

Learn more about Randy:

https://hubs.ly/Q04q9bHW0

07/15/2026

We greatly appreciate our partnership with East Texas Council of Governments and Workforce Solutions East Texas! Congratulations on the new facility!

07/15/2026

Workplace safety is a core workforce competency for a region with a strong industrial employment base. 🏭

Kilgore College’s Risk Management Institute has received a $100,000 Texas Mutual grant for the 19th consecutive year, helping provide free workplace safety training for employers, workers, students and community members. The institute served 1,698 participants through 104 classes during the past year, with overall enrollment increasing 141%.

For Kilgore employers, this resource supports onboarding, compliance, employee advancement and a stronger safety culture. KEDC supports partnerships that help local employers access talent, develop employees and remain competitive. 🤝

Read the full article: https://kilgore-edc.com/news/article/texas-mutual-grant-expands-safety-training-and-strengthens-kilgores-workforce

07/14/2026

Strong communities give young people opportunities to discover careers close to home. 🎓

Thank you to our local educators and employers for working together to help students better understand the careers, skills and technology found inside Kilgore industries. 🏭⚙️

These partnerships help build stronger career pathways, support local employers and show students the opportunities available right here in East Texas. 🌟