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Area Development - Site Selection, Facility Planning and Workforce Development

Whirlpool Expands Clyde-Marion, Ohio, Production Operations

10/27/2025
Global home appliances manufacturer Whirlpool plans to expand its production operations in Clyde and Marion, Ohio. The $300 million project is expected to create up to 600 jobs.

“Whirlpool Corporation’s unwavering commitment to American manufacturing is a cornerstone of our identity,” said Marc Bitzer, chairman and CEO of Whirlpool Corporation. “This $300 million investment in our Clyde and Marion facilities underscores our dedication to creating jobs, fostering innovation, and delivering high-quality, American-made appliances to U.S. consumers.”

The project will be supported through financial assistance from JobsOhio, in collaboration with the Regional Growth Partnership (RGP) and One Columbus, alongside tax credits approved by the State of Ohio.

“Whirlpool represents the spirit of American manufacturing — resilient, innovative, and deeply rooted in community,” noted JobsOhio President and CEO J.P. Nauseef. “In Ohio, forward-looking companies like Whirlpool thrive because they have access to world-class talent, integrated supply chains, and a statewide commitment to industrial excellence. This investment shows the strength and diversity of Ohio’s manufacturing sector — from Amgen in bioscience, Intel in semiconductors, Joby in advanced air mobility, and Honda and First Solar in sustainable transportation and energy. Together, they’re building the future right here in Ohio.”

Whirlpool Corporation’s major brands include Whirlpool, Maytag, and KitchenAid. The company currently operates ten manufacturing facilities across the U.S.

“A globally recognized brand like Whirlpool only makes a bold $300 million investment in the future of the business when it has the highest level of confidence that a community can deliver,” added Jason Hall, CEO of the Columbus Partnership. “Marion workers have shown up for Whirlpool for decades, and in turn, Whirlpool has once again demonstrated its long-term commitment to Marion. This win is a victory for Marion families, for careers and a stronger future for the people who’ve brought their talents to the table to make globally competitive products. Whirlpool and its workforce reflect skill and drive that are fueling the Columbus Region’s position as a global manufacturing powerhouse right here in the heartland of America.”

“We are thrilled to recognize and congratulate Whirlpool on its expansion, job creation and investment here in Northwest Ohio,” said Dean Monske, president and CEO of the Regional Growth Partnership. “Whirlpool is a premier global manufacturing corporation, and we take great pride, as a region, in providing a conducive business climate for companies to succeed.”

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