Ficosa Putnam County Facility Named Empower Upper Cumberland Certified Employer

Ficosa’s facility in Putnam County has been recognized as an Empower Upper Cumberland Certified Employer, reinforcing the company’s commitment to inclusive hiring and workforce development in the region. The designation reflects Ficosa’s partnership with Workforce Connections and its support of the Empower Upper Cumberland program, which works to connect individuals facing barriers to employment with meaningful job opportunities.

Ficosa is a global automotive technology company known for manufacturing advanced vehicle systems, including mirrors, cameras, and driver assistance technologies. In Putnam County, the company plays an important role in the local manufacturing economy, providing stable employment and opportunities for skill development in a growing industry.

Through the Empower Upper Cumberland program, Certified Employers agree to consider program participants for open positions and to support long-term employment success. Empower participants receive individualized coaching, job-readiness training, and access to supportive services that help them remain engaged and advance in the workplace. This collaborative approach benefits both employers and employees by strengthening retention and building a more resilient workforce.

For the Upper Cumberland, Ficosa’s participation signals the continued expansion of employer-led solutions to workforce challenges. By joining the Empower network, the Putnam County facility is helping create pathways to economic stability while contributing to a stronger, more inclusive regional labor market.

Workforce Connections emphasizes that partnerships like this are essential to building sustainable opportunity across the region. Ficosa’s commitment demonstrates how local employers can make a meaningful impact by investing in people as well as production.