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Waukesha-based energy firm is investing $53 million in its facilities across Wisconsin

M7 Success Story: Generac Power Systems

Published Thursday, September 1, 2022
by M7 News

Project Metrics

INDUSTRY
Energy Technology & Power Equipment Manufacturing

DIRECT JOBS
700

CAPITAL EXPENDITURE
$53 million

REAL ESTATE
Multiple expansions

LOCATION
Pewaukee and Wisconsin


“We are proud to continue to expand our presence in Wisconsin as we work to meet incredible market demand for our products.”

AARON JAGDFELD
President & CEO of Generac


The company’s investment includes the expansion of its corporate operations into the Village of Pewaukee with the purchase of a new building, plus the creation of 700 new manufacturing and office jobs throughout the state. The new Pewaukee office will house 300 employees, allowing the company to continue expanding its research and development and headquarters functions to support significant global growth across multiple product lines.

The Milwaukee 7 assisted in the company’s expansion efforts, coordinating with state and local partners, connecting Generac with workforce training grants and programs, and supporting the company’s infrastructure and utility needs.

 

Top reasons Generac chose the MKE Region

  • Corporate commitment to local communities and state

  • Strong manufacturing talent pool

  • Workforce training programs

  • Trusted partnership with state, regional and local organizations