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Milwaukee Tool brings 800 new jobs to Grenada County!
Grenada, Miss. (April 20, 2021) – Milwaukee Tool is expanding in Mississippi by constructing an accessories
manufacturing facility in Grenada County. The project is a $60 million corporate investment and will create 800
jobs at the Grenada location. Milwaukee Tool is also committed to creating 400 more jobs to be added to any of
its existing Mississippi locations in Greenwood, Jackson, Olive Branch, or at the new Grenada location for a
total growth of 1,200 new jobs.
"When an industry leader such as Milwaukee Tool chooses to grow its footprint in Mississippi by building a
new manufacturing facility – in addition to its existing facilities – it sends a strong message to the world that we
take business seriously and work hard to ensure companies' long-term success in our state," Gov. Tate Reeves
said. "This newest investment by Milwaukee Tool in Grenada County will benefit the region and its 800 new
employees well into the future, just as Milwaukee Tool once again will benefit from having the best workforce
in the nation producing the high-quality tools and accessories for which the company is known around the
world,” stated Governor Tate Reeves.
Milwaukee Tool is an industry-leading manufacturer of heavy-duty portable electric power tools and
accessories for consumers worldwide. In recent years, the company has invested significantly in its Greenwood,
Jackson, and Olive Branch operations, creating hundreds of jobs for the regions' workers. The company last
expanded in Mississippi in February 2020, adding a new distribution center in Olive Branch.
John Rounsaville, Executive Director of the Mississippi Development Authority stated, "Grenada County offers
businesses a multitude of benefits, such as a talented pipeline of workers, close proximity to major metropolitan
areas, and access to a robust transportation network. Milwaukee Tool recognized these attributes and aptly
chose Grenada as the new location of its accessories manufacturing operations and 800 new jobs. MDA thanks
the Milwaukee Tool team for once again choosing Mississippi. We also appreciate the teams at the Grenada
Economic Development District, Grenada County, Delta Strong, Tallahatchie Valley Electric, and the
Tennessee Valley Authority for their hard work in bringing these new operations and jobs to our great state."
“Our people and our culture have clearly made the difference in our growth and success. As we seek out new
opportunities to attract, retain, and recruit the best talent in the country, the State of Mississippi has continued to
be a valued partner. We look forward to bringing more jobs to this state.” Milwaukee Tool Group President
Steve Richman
MDA is providing assistance for building construction. Grenada County and TVA also are assisting with the
project.
“Long-term economic advancement is the core mission of the Greater Grenada Partnership,” said Matthew
Harrison, who serves as the CEO of the Greater Grenada Partnership, President of the Grenada Chamber of
Commerce, and executive director of the Greater Grenada Foundation for Economic Development. “As a
world-renowned brand, the Milwaukee Tool company is set to bring quality careers and significant capital
investment to Grenada County. Our office is proud to bring a project of this caliber to the citizens of Grenada
County that will measurably move the economic needle in our community, region, and state. No project of this
size is ever done in a vacuum. For the last sixteen months, we have worked tirelessly with all of our partners to
make this project a reality. I want to thank the Grenada County Board of Supervisors, Governor Reeves, Kevin
Horan, Lydia Chassional, and MDA for remaining dedicated to seeing Grenada County blossom. The great
news, we are just getting started with the potential growth of Grenada County. ”
"We are excited to welcome Milwaukee Tools to Grenada County," said Michael Lott, President of the Grenada
County Board of Supervisors. "I am proud that our community continues to be a destination for manufacturing
companies seeking to expand and create jobs. The Grenada County Board of Supervisors has worked diligently
to create a pro-business community. With an announcement such as this, we are seeing our investments bring
about a great return."
The new 500,000 sq ft facility will be situated within the Grenada County Business and Technology Park
located on Interstate 55. Available jobs will include machine operators, technicians, warehousing/inventory,
shipping/receiving, engineering, and management roles. TVA and TVEPA have steadily worked with the
economic development agency to market the industrial park to potential clients.
“TVA and Tallahatchie Valley Electric Power Association congratulate Milwaukee Tool on its decision to
expand operations and create hundreds of jobs in Grenada, Mississippi. Helping to create job opportunities and
investment in the Valley is fundamental to TVA’s mission of service. We are proud to partner with Grenada
County, Mississippi Development Authority and Greater Grenada Partnership to help further that mission and
support Milwaukee Tool’s business success in the region.” – TVA Senior Vice President of Economic
Development John Bradley
“It really sets the table for future growth as well. Having the capacity and ability to make Milwaukee product
right here is a huge feather in the county’s cap,” said Keith Mitchell, Chairman of GGFED. “If you look at the
landscape of manufacturing in Grenada, this new addition to our community is a testament to our ability to
provide the needs of world-class manufacturers. News likes this will continue to place us as a top location for
industrial growth in the Delta.”
The new project will receive support from the local school district and the community college system in
preparing a pipeline of potential employees.
Dr. David Daigneault, Grenada School District Superintendent, is ready for the new operation, “The Grenada
School District is excited to provide the educational needs for this new industry in Grenada. The support
offered by our district, including the Career and Technical Center, will be unparalleled by others. We are
committed and enthusiastic about offering all of our industry partners the necessary access and instruction for
our students who will be the future employees of this industry in Grenada.”
Dr. Jim Haffey, President of Holmes Community College echoed that support, “Holmes Community College is
thrilled that a company with such a stellar reputation has chosen the Grenada county area to locate. Milwaukee
Tools will provide outstanding opportunities for residents and potential students for most of HCC’s nine-county
district. The College has a long-standing history of providing high-quality training for Milwaukee Tools, and
our career and technical students will have the ability to intern, collaborate, and hire on with one of the premier
manufacturers in the country. We are pleased to partner with the company, county, and others to bring this
opportunity to our citizens.”
Milwaukee Tools has had a long history of success and expansion across the Mississippi Delta, particularly in
Greenwood Mississippi. That success helped lay the foundation for further growth across the state of
Mississippi.
“This expansion, by Milwaukee Tools, is an example affirming that the business case in Mississippi is strong
and ultimately they chose a location that provides the best return on their investment,” says Wade Litton,
Chairman of the Delta Council Development Department. “Milwaukee Tool’s commitment and expanding
footprint in this region and State are tremendous. We will work hard with them and everyone to ensure that we
deliver results. Delta Strong is proud to have played a small role in this effort and commend the Grenada
community, and Governor along with his team at MDA for their persistence in landing this project.”
Milwaukee Tool expects to finish construction of the new Grenada facility by 2022.