Congressman Steny Hoyer Visits Thompson Creek Window Company on National Manufacturing Day

LANHAM, Md., Oct. 5, 2018 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Maryland Congressman and House Democratic Whip Steny Hoyer visited the Thompson Creek Window Company today to discuss the Make It in America initiative and tour the company's fast-growing factory and office to learn more about how future policies can help businesses thrive. In addition, today is National Manufacturing Day, which is organized by the National Association of Manufacturers (NAM) to address labor opportunities, connect with future generations of manufacturers and ensure the success of the manufacturing industry.

In 2010, Congressman Hoyer helped create the Make it in America plan and recently unveiled an updated plan based on input from a listening tour across the country. "I enjoyed visiting the Thompson Creek Window Company today and touring their manufacturing facility to learn more about the work they are doing, which creates good jobs and helps grow our economy," said Congressman Hoyer. "When I unveiled House Democrats' updated Make It in America agenda in July, I spoke about the need for Congress to work together with local businesses and workers to help them get ahead. We ought to ensure our workers have the skills they need to find employment in today's in-demand jobs, help small businesses innovate and compete in today's market, and invest in 21st century infrastructure. I appreciate the work Thompson Creek is doing to facilitate manufacturing in our state."

Thompson Creek President Rick Wuest said, "We were pleased to host Congressman Hoyer today and appreciate his efforts to promote manufacturing. Thompson Creek is proud to be an example of how manufacturing can thrive in America, create jobs and expand opportunities for the people of Maryland."

For more information about Thompson Creek Window Company job openings, please visit: http://www.thompsoncreek.com/careers.

For more information about the Make It in America plan, please visit: https://www.democraticwhip.gov/issues/makeitinamerica.

About Thompson Creek Window Company

Thompson Creek Window Company is a privately owned, family operated manufacturer and installer of energy-efficient home improvement replacement products. Founded in 1980, the Company has evolved into one of the leading specialty home improvement manufacturing and contracting companies in the nation. We provide top-quality replacement windows and doors, vinyl siding, roofing and a clog-free gutter system. Thompson Creek Window Company is headquartered in Lanham, MD, and manufactures our products in Upper Marlboro, MD, employing about 325 people in Washington D.C., Maryland and Virginia. The Company's recently opened a new storefront location in Richmond, VA and launched operations in the VA Beach market. Thompson Creek is listed on the Inc. Top Workplaces 2018 and the Washington Post Top Workplaces 2018.

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