Amite steel mill adding 170 jobs

More than 170 new jobs will be created as the result of an $18.2 million expansion at the Bradken-Amite Steel Mill.

Following completion of the 18-month project, Bradken-Amite will employ 350 people and have an annual payroll of $10 million.

The 25,000 square foot expansion will create additional floor space in the mill, which casts parts for Catepillar. The expansion is expected to be completed before the end of the year.