5:39 am, September 27, 2011
KIA’s Slovakian factory is to introduce a third production shift to keep up with rising demand.
The Korean firm is looking to recruit 1,000 new employees at its Slovakian plant in Zilina in order to satisfy demand for its models.
‘The creation of the third shift at Zilina is the latest step in Kia’s long-term process of building cars locally to best meet local consumers’ needs and tastes,’ said Paul Philpott, chief operating officer, Kia Motors Europe.
‘Strong demand for all our models and especially our new Sportage compact SUV, made here in Europe, means we need to significantly increase production at our Slovakia facility.’
Representing an investment of more than Euro 1bn, the ultra-modern Zilina plant is designed for maximum flexibility. The Sportage, Venga MPV and cee’d family – five-door hatchback, estate and three-door – can be manufactured simultaneously on each of the final assembly lines.
