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WARSAW – Dozens of new jobs could soon be coming to Warsaw.
Micro Machine Company, an orthopedic medical device maker, has announced plans to build a new manufacturing facility in Warsaw, creating up to 60 new jobs by 2015.
The Kalamazoo, Mich.-based company will spend $2.8 million to lease, renovate and equip an 11,000 square-foot space at 4310 Corridor Dr. The new building opened its doors this past September.
“Today’s announcement builds on our strength as the orthopedics capitol of the world and is the latest proof that Indiana continues to spur an economic ecosystem that fosters strong investment and job creation,” said Dan Hasler, Secretary of Commerce and Chief Executive Officer of the Indiana Economic Development Corporation.
Micro Machine, which currently has 72 employees in Kalamazoo and 8 in Warsaw, will continue hiring additional machinists and quality control associates early next year, according to a statement from the company.
“Kosciusko County has the labor market that we need, and further expansion in this area is intended for the future,” said Clive Scott, Chief Executive Officer of Micro Machine. “We are grateful to the local community and state of Indiana for allowing us to establish a business presence in Warsaw.”
Founded in 1964, Micro Machine provides precision machined parts for the medical device industry, with a focus on the orthopedic and spinal industries. While the company has a national customer base, two of its biggest customers, Dupuy Orthopaedics and Zimmer, are in Warsaw.
“The city of Warsaw is pleased to welcome Micro Machine to our community of orthopedic manufacturing,” said Warsaw Mayor Joe Thallemer. “The local availability of a specialized workforce training program will provide them with a great advantage to grow in the industry and grow with our community.”
The Indiana Economic Development Corporation offered Micro Machine up to $550,000 in conditional tax credits and up to $35,000 in training grants based on the company’s job creation plans.