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Milwaukee Tool<\/a> is expanding operations at three Mississippi locations, investing $33.4 million and creating 660 jobs. The expansions are planned for its sites in Greenwood, Jackson and Olive Branch.<\/p>\n

\u201cOnce again, Milwaukee Tool confirms its commitment to doing business in our state by growing its existing operations and providing hundreds of Mississippians with jobs. The state values the partnership we share with Milwaukee Tool and is thrilled to play a role in the industry leader\u2019s continued growth,\u201d Gov. Phil Bryant says. <\/p>\n

Milwaukee Tool will create the additional jobs at all three of its Mississippi facilities over the next four years to accommodate cordless power tool manufacturing, accessory manufacturing and additional distribution capacity. <\/p>\n

\u201cMilwaukee Tool is dedicated to driving growth and creating new jobs in the U.S.,\u201d says Milwaukee Tool Group President Steve Richman. \u201cWe currently employ over 3,500 people in the U.S., more than 1,600 of which are in Mississippi. We are committed to investing in our people as we continue to deliver innovation and quality products for our users and distribution partners.\u201d<\/p>\n

The Mississippi Development Authority is providing assistance for building renovations and site improvements at the Milwaukee Tool Jackson and Olive Branch locations. MDA is providing assistance for public infrastructure improvements at the Greenwood location. The city of Greenwood is receiving a loan through MDA for the purchase of an existing building and parking lot improvements.<\/p>\n

\u201cThis is Milwaukee Tool\u2019s fourth expansion in Mississippi since 2012,\u201d says MDA Executive Director Glenn McCullough, Jr. \u201cThe success of the company demonstrates the state\u2019s commitment to supporting our corporate partners through teamwork and providing a business environment that enables companies to achieve their goals in Mississippi.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Milwaukee Tool is expanding operations at three Mississippi locations, investing $33.4 million and creating 660 jobs. The expansions are planned for its sites in Greenwood, Jackson and Olive Branch. \u201cOnce again, Milwaukee Tool confirms its commitment to doing business in our state by growing its existing operations and providing hundreds of Mississippians with jobs. 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