Tarp and Food Packaging Manufacturer to Open New Facility in Houston County

The new 70,000 square foot facility is expected to create around 10 to 15 new full-time jobs.

Published on Feb. 9, 2026

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J&M Industries, Inc., a tarp and food packaging manufacturer based in Ponchatoula, Louisiana, announced plans to open a new 70,000 square foot manufacturing and distribution facility at the Houston County Distribution Park in Alabama. The company cited the area's strong workforce, central location, and welcoming business climate as key factors in their decision to expand to Houston County.

Why it matters

This investment by J&M Industries reinforces Houston County's position as a competitive destination for industry and will provide meaningful job opportunities for the local community. The new facility is part of the company's long-term growth plans and demonstrates the confidence companies have in the economic development efforts of Dothan and Houston County.

The details

J&M Industries, a 53-year-old family-owned company, is expanding its operations with the new 70,000 square foot manufacturing and distribution facility in the Houston County Distribution Park. The company worked collaboratively with local and state officials, including the city of Dothan, Houston County Commission, State Senator Donnie Chesteen, and State Representative Paul Lee, to secure the new facility. Construction is expected to begin in the fourth quarter of 2026 and be completed in 2027.

  • J&M Industries announced plans to open the new facility on Monday, February 9, 2026.
  • Construction is expected to begin in the fourth quarter of 2026.
  • The new facility is projected to be completed in 2027.

The players

J&M Industries, Inc.

A tarp and food packaging manufacturer based in Ponchatoula, Louisiana, that is expanding with a new 70,000 square foot facility in Houston County, Alabama.

Maurice Gaudet, IV

The managing owner of J&M Industries, who cited Houston County's strong workforce, central location, and welcoming business climate as key factors in the company's decision to expand to the area.

Brandon Shoupe

The Houston County Commission Chairman, who stated that J&M's decision to locate in the Houston County Distribution Park speaks to the strength of the area's infrastructure and pro-business environment.

Mark Saliba

The Mayor of Dothan, who welcomed J&M Industries and expressed pride in the positive impact the new facility will have on the local economy.

Donnie Chesteen

The State Senator representing Geneva, who, along with State Representative Paul Lee, stated that this investment by J&M demonstrates the confidence companies have in Southeast Alabama.

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What they’re saying

“Dothan and Houston County stood out to us because of their strong workforce, central location, and welcoming business climate. As a family-owned company, we value partnerships and community, and we believe this is the right place for J&M to continue growing for years to come.”

— Maurice Gaudet, IV, Managing Owner, J&M Industries, Inc. (wtvy.com)

“J&M's decision to locate in the Houston County Distribution Park speaks volumes about the strength of our infrastructure and the pro-business environment we've worked hard to create. This project brings quality jobs to our community and reinforces Houston County's position as a competitive destination for industry.”

— Brandon Shoupe, Houston County Commission Chairman (wtvy.com)

“This investment by J&M is another example of how Dothan and Houston County are working together to attract growing, family-owned companies. We are proud to welcome J&M and look forward to the positive impact this facility will have on our local economy.”

— Mark Saliba, Mayor of Dothan (wtvy.com)

“Economic development projects like this one demonstrate the confidence companies have in Southeast Alabama. J&M's investment in Houston County will provide meaningful job opportunities and further strengthen our region's role in Alabama's industrial and distribution network.”

— Donnie Chesteen and Paul Lee, State Senator and State Representative (wtvy.com)

What’s next

Local and state officials will continue to work with J&M Industries as the project moves towards groundbreaking and eventual operations.

The takeaway

This new facility by J&M Industries is a significant investment in the Dothan and Houston County region, showcasing the area's strong workforce, infrastructure, and pro-business environment. The project will create quality jobs and further solidify the region's role in Alabama's industrial and distribution network.