Ohio Manufacturers’ Association (OMA) member Whirlpool Corp. plans to invest $60 million to expand its manufacturing footprint in northwest Ohio, adding a factory in Perrysburg that could create roughly 100 to 150 jobs in the coming years.

The project will support production of washer and dryer components and strengthen Whirlpool’s long-standing manufacturing presence in the region. The company already operates major appliance manufacturing facilities nearby, including its large washer plant in Clyde.

“Manufacturers invest where they can compete and succeed,” said OMA President Ryan Augsburger. “Whirlpool’s continued investment in Ohio reflects the strength of our manufacturing workforce, supply chains and communities that support making things here.”

The expansion reinforces northwest Ohio’s role as a key hub for appliance manufacturing and highlights the continued momentum of manufacturing investment across the state. 4/13/2026