US EditionMarion Dryer Factory Part of Whirlpool’s $300M Ohio Expansion
Whirlpool's $300 million investment will create 400-600 new jobs and support 5,000 additional supply chain positions, enhancing U.S. laundry appliance production.
- Whirlpool Corporation announced a $300 million expansion in Clyde, Ohio, on Oct. 15, 2025, creating 400-600 new jobs at its Clyde and Marion plants.
- The move aims to boost production of next generation washers and dryers and reflects Whirlpool Corporation's commitment to American manufacturing, Bitzer said.
- Whirlpool's manufacturing footprint includes more than 20,000 U.S. employees, over 14,000 employees at 10 manufacturing sites, 96% of steel sourced domestically, its Clyde plant, and Marion dryer facility.
- Supported by state incentives, JobsOhio and State of Ohio tax credits will aid Whirlpool Corporation's expansion, subject to final approval, while supporting 5,000 additional supply-chain jobs.
- Local and federal officials noted that Doug McCauley, Bill Collins, Jason Alejandro, and Angel Seabold spoke at the Oct. 15, 2025, press conference announcing the $300 million expansion.
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