June 5, 2025 – Tennessee Governor Bill Lee, Department of Economic & Community Development Commissioner Stuart C. McWhorter and Summertown Metals officials announced Wednesday the company will expand for the first time outside of Southern Middle Tennessee, locating additional distribution and manufacturing operations in Morristown.
Summertown Metals is in the process of investing $22.6 million and will create 170 new jobs in Hamblen County through the project.
Upon completion, the company will employ nearly 600 people across its facilities in Summertown, Hohenwald and Morristown.
“Tennessee is shaped by brands like Summertown Metals that call the Volunteer State home, and as companies continue to upskill and automate, Tennesseans will be the ideal workforce to fill these new positions,” said Gov. Bill Lee. “I thank Summertown Metals for their continued investment in our state and look forward to the opportunity these new jobs create across East Tennessee.”
The company is adding to its new facility on the property in the Lowland area, near Exit 12. The property is at the former site of the Enka ballfield.
“We’re thrilled to welcome Summertown Metals to the area,” said R. Jack Fishman, chairman of the Morristown Industrial Development Board. “This important addition to our community will improve the diversity of our industrial base and bring new life to the Lowland area which was home to generations of Hamblen County workers.”
Founded in 2006, Summertown Metals is a Tennessee-based company that has expanded from a single building materials supplier into a quality, custom building materials distributor.
the expansion to East Tennessee will allow the company to better meet customer demand, providing additional space for metal roll forming, both wood and steel truss manufacturing, and warehouse & distribution.
“We often hear that relationships are the deciding factor for a company choosing to locate or expand in Tennessee. I believe today’s announcement is a testament to those cohesive partnerships as we announce the expansion of a Tennessee-based company into our East grand division,” said TNECD Commissioner Stuart C. McWhorter. “Paired with the company’s continued growth, Hamblen County’s diligent leadership and proximity to two-year, four-year and trade institutions will drive Summertown Metals’ success in the years to come.”
Since 2020, TNECD has supported 61 economic development projects in East Tennessee, resulting in nearly 11,000 job commitments and approximately $3.4 billion in capital investment.
“We are honored by the trust our clients place in our services and products and are excited about the opportunity to serve our clients better with our new East Tennessee location! We are committed to continuing to provide exceptional value to everyone we are privileged to serve, along with providing so many new career opportunities. We also appreciate the warm welcome by the Morristown community,” said Matt Stoll, CEO, Summertown Metals.
Hamblen County Mayor Chris Cutshaw said the county is ecstatic that Summertown Metals chose Morristown and Hamblen County. “Their leadership has landed in a great location as East Tennessee is an epicenter for growth. The site chosen is adjacent to the interstate and also part of the redevelopment of our Lowland area making it a great fit for everyone. Summertown Metals, we are glad you are here with your many great products and in the words of Summertown Metals, ‘Building Dreams That Last,'” Cutshaw said.
Morristown Mayor Gary Chesney agreed. “It is always exciting when Morristown is chosen to be part of new journeys in present-day industrial growth. Summertown Metals represents a company tuned into the needs of both small and large operations representing a wide variety of interests. I’m proud to say ‘Welcome to Summertown,’ and look forward to their impact on our community,” Chesney said.
TVA Senior Vice President of Economic Development John Bradley said partnering with companies to support community development is part of TVA’s mission. “Creating job opportunities and bringing investment to the region is fundamental to TVA’s mission of service. We are proud to partner with Morristown Utilities, Morristown Area Chamber of Commerce, and the Tennessee Department of Economic & Community Development to further that mission and welcome Summertown Metals to Hamblen County, We wish them success and look forward to working together to serve the Tennessee Valley region,” Bradley said.
Summertown Metals is a leading provider of high-quality metal building solutions for pole barns and barndominiums, committed to delivering outstanding craftsmanship, customer service, and value. Summertown Metals’ mission is to maximize the team’s God-given abilities and experience in ways that positively benefit customers, team members, and the community by providing exceptional and affordable building products and services.
“I am happy to announce the investment of $22.6 million by Summertown Metals. Summertown Metals will do phenomenal work in Hamblen County and through this investment they will bring an additional 170 jobs to the county,” said Sen. Steve Southerland, R-Morristown.
Source – Citizen Tribune
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