CLAY CITY, Ky.  – Powell Valley Millwork, a CMPC company, announced plans to invest $29.6 million across its two facilities in Kentucky. The Clay City and Jeffersonville operations will see building and equipment improvements and expansions, which will double the moulding and millwork producer's overall production capacity while creating 33 new jobs.

“This expansion reflects our long-term commitment to growth, innovation and the future of Powell Valley Millwork. With the support of CMPC, we’re significantly increasing our production capacity and making strategic investments in automation and equipment – including new systems from Eagle Machinery, Stiles Machinery and TS Machinery – that will improve speed, precision and efficiency across our operations,” said Jimmy Thornberry, CEO of Powell Valley Millwork. 

He added, “By expanding our production capacity for both poplar and radiata pine products, we’re strengthening our ability to serve customers across North America with greater consistency, shorter lead times and increased flexibility. These projects align with CMPC’s global strategy and reinforce our shared vision for sustainable, scalable manufacturing in the U.S. We’re excited about what this means not just for our customers and suppliers, but for our employees and the communities of Clay City and Jeffersonville, where we’ll be creating new jobs and opportunities for long-term growth.”

Headquartered in Clay City, Kentucky, Powell Valley Millwork is currently ranked #203 in the FDMC 300, a listing of the largest wood products producers in North America. The company specializes in interior mouldings, millwork and trim boards, producing at scale with both tulip poplar and radiata pine. Committed to sustainability, Powell Valley operates with a zero wood-waste policy and sources responsibly to reduce its environmental impact. The company's Clay City operation was featured in FDMC magazine in 2019, the same year that Jimmy Thornberry was recognized as a Wood Industry Market Leader by Woodworking Network.

“Powell Valley Millwork has successfully produced sustainable wood products for over 30 years in Kentucky and is positioned for even more growth with this expansion of both facilities,” said Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear. “I want to congratulate the company’s leadership on this progress and thank them for their longstanding commitment to the commonwealth. I’m excited to see [PVM] continue to grow and thrive in Powell and Montgomery counties.”

“Powell Valley Millwork is Powell County’s largest manufacturing employer," said Craig Dawson, executive director of Powell County Industrial Authority,. "We are excited to see their continued growth and success in our community. The company continues to be a great partner with our Industrial Authority and is a shining example of how working together creates success for both the company and community. We look forward to PVM’s continued growth and success.”

“I am very excited to see the positive economic development impact that Powell Valley Millwork’s expansion project is going to have on our community," added Eddie Barnes, Powell County judge/executive. "More new jobs being created at competitive wages is always a great thing to see in Clay City. This project is not only about growth but is also about an investment in the future of our community. The continued partnership between the Kentucky Cabinet for Economic Development, Powell County and Powell Valley Millwork is rewarding to see in action. I look forward to many more years of Powell Valley Millwork’s continued success in our community.”