Major Private Sector Employers
| Company | Industry |
|---|---|
| Merchants Distributors, Inc. | Wholesale Grocery Distribution |
| Bernhardt Furniture Company | Manufacturing, Furniture |
| UNC Health | Health Care |
| Wal-Mart Associates | Retail Trade |
| Exela Pharma Sciences | Manufacturing, Pharmaceuticals |
| Fairfield Chair Co. | Manufacturing, Furniture |
| RPM Wood Finishes Group, Inc. | Manufacturing, Paints, Stains |
| Skill Creations Inc. | Health Care/Social Assistance |
| Stallergenes Greer | Manufacturing, Pharmaceuticals |
| Swift Beef/JBS USA | Manufacturing, Food Processing |
| Sealed Air | Manufacturing, Plastics |
| United Parcel Service | Transportation/Warehousing |
| Caldwell Hospice & Palliative Care | Health Care/Social Assistance |
| Foothills Temporary Employment | Temporary Services |
| Bemis Manufacturing Co. | Manufacturing, Composites |
| Food Lion | Retail Trade |
| McCreary Modern | Manufacturing, Furniture |
| Teijn (Continental Structural Plastics) | Manufacturing, Composites |
CCED works closely with CCC&TI and local manufacturers to meet the workforce needs of employers.
Caldwell County ranked 20th out of North Carolina’s 100 counties for wage growth in 2023. Since 2015, wages have grown an impressive 51.5%.
NC has increased production of renewables by nearly 52%, double the average of all 50 states
Explore the Caldwell County Itinerary for food, shopping, highlights, lodging and adventures! We invite locals and visitors to delight in the journey and the destination.
Caldwell County has the most extensive collection of permanent public outdoor sculptures per capita in the U.S. Our annual Sculpture Celebration is the largest in the South.
The Blue Ridge foothills, Pisgah National Forest and Wilson Creek are our playgrounds for biking, off-roading, watersports, hiking, hunting, fishing and camping.
Caldwell County is building on its historic manufacturing legacy while embracing the industries of tomorrow. With affordability, a strategic location, and a skilled workforce, the county is a prime destination for business growth and investment.
Explore scenic vistas, historical sites, art, breweries, wineries, eateries and more along this world famous route.
Record numbers of new businesses and industries have registered in Caldwell: 250-500 each year since 2018. The CCC&TI Business Center is ready to assist.
Life in Caldwell County can be full of adventure. Spend the day exploring parks, mountains, whitewater rafting, kayaking, hiking and biking.
Move right into one of our existing manufacturing buildings. The infrastructure is in place and a trained workforce is ready.
Powered by an economy that has hit its stride and turbocharged by a track record of innovation, Caldwell County is the best of NC.
Whether we’re celebrating art, butterflies, blackberries, BBQ or wine, the calendar is full of Southern charm.