In 1753 the first steelworks in Silesia was opened there. In the mid-19th century, Ozimek was located on the major rail route Lubliniec–Opole and the town quickly developed.
The establishment of the first steelworks in Silesia in 1753 marked the beginning of Ozimek's growth. By the mid-19th century, it had become a vital stop on the major rail line Lubliniec–Opole, leading to swift development and expansion.