A ceremony is coming soon for a multibillion-dollar semiconductor plant in Coffey County.
Secure Semiconductor Manufacturing has planned a special groundbreaking and shovel ceremony for Sept. 1 at Coffey County Airport near Burlington. Coffey County Economic Development Director Bobby Skipper says SSM, a microelectronics producer, will supply semiconductor components for EMP Shield, based in Burlington, and other semiconductor producers across the country. SSM is also planning to offer rapid prototypes for other manufactures, both for private-sector businesses and the US Department of Defense.
SSM is building a 30,000 square-foot facility, with a capital investment of $20 million planned. The goal is start with over 60 jobs and expand positions later.
US Senator Jerry Moran is set to provide the keynote address, with other lawmakers and local officials set to attend.
