Onward Manufacturing opens U.S. plant
Canadian gas grill maker to create 300 jobs in Indiana
-- Casual Living, 11/9/2009 9:45:00 AM
Onward Manufacturing Company, Canada’s leading manufacturer and distributor of quality outdoor grilling products, has opened its newest manufacturing facility in America’s Heartland.
The newly renovated 400,000-sq.-ft. production facility in Huntington, Ind., will produce a new line of high performance gas grills under the brand names Broil King, Huntington Forge and Broil-Mate. Opened in response to the growing demand for quality North American-made gas grills, the plant will employ approximately 300 employees by 2011.
“We are very confident about the benefits provided by manufacturing in the United States,” said Ted Witzel, CEO of Onward Manufacturing Company. “A highly skilled workforce, efficient production practices and access to high quality materials will enable us to provide our U.S. customers with a high quality product while maintaining competitive prices. We are proud to support the North American workforce and look forward to working with the Huntington community.”
This expansion continues to establish OMC as a leading “one stop shop” for hearth and patio retailers, providing timely access to a full line of gas and charcoal grills, grilling accessories and smokers.
This venture also represents a significant investment for OMC. When the plant reaches full production, it will have the capacity to produce several hundred thousand units annually. This will enhance OMC’s overall North American manufacturing capabilities.
The new facility in Indiana compliments the OMC production facility in Waterloo, ON, and distribution facilities in Kitchener ON, Joplin, MO, and Neston, UK.
“Onward’s decision to locate here is the latest proof that Indiana has become a magnet for international investment and jobs,” Indiana Gov. Mitch Daniels said. “We thank Onward for its confidence in Indiana and look forward to partnering with the company on these new jobs.”
Onward Manufacturing Company Ltd. is a family owned company in business since 1906. As a manufacturer and distributor of quality gas grill products for more than 25 years, OMC has built a reputation for quality, durability and cooking performance. OMC gas grills, which include Broil King and Broil-Mate, as well as Barbecue Genius and GrillPro accessories, are available at leading retailers across North America and in 30 countries around the world. More information is available by visiting www.omcbbq.com or by calling OMC’s grilling experts at 1-800-265-2150.
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