VW to Begin Taking Applications

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (AP) — Volkswagen will start accepting applications Oct. 26 for about 1,200 production jobs at its new plant in Chattanooga.

VW's human resources chief in Chattanooga, Ryan Rose, told the Chattanooga Times Free Press that applications must be submitted online during the three week period.

Workers will be hired over the course of next year and in 2011, when production of a new midsize sedan is to begin.

The starting pay for the body and paint shop, welding and assembly jobs is $14.50 per hour, increasing to $19.50 per hour over 36 months. The company will offer a benefits package.

To apply, go to www.VWJobsChattanooga.com starting Oct. 26.