Firegeezer.com reports that Oshkosh is shutting down its Medtec facilities in Pidgeon, Michigan, and Goshen, Indiana, and moving production to the Pierce facility in Bradenton, Florida. This move marks a significant shift for the company as it consolidates operations under one roof.
According to the report, the Medtec Ambulance unit will be relocated and combined with Pierce Manufacturing in Bradenton, which is expected to bring between 100 and 150 new manufacturing and office jobs to the area. The relocation is also anticipated to qualify Oshkosh for up to $1.44 million in economic development incentives. Specifically, the state of Florida will contribute $1.07 million, Manatee County $333,732, and Pinellas County $40,000.
In addition to Medtec, Oshkosh Specialty Vehicles — which operates plants in Harvey and Calumet City, Illinois — is also relocating its operations to Florida. The division, known for producing high-tech mobile medical imaging units and transportable trailers, will merge with the Clearwater-based operation of Frontline, a company specializing in command and communications vehicles and broadcast equipment.
Oshkosh has committed to offering an average annual salary of at least $57,897 for the new roles in Clearwater — a figure that is 150% above the local average wage of $38,598 in Pinellas County. This initiative is seen as a major boost for the region’s job market.
While the information hasn’t yet been officially posted on Pierce or Oshkosh’s websites, it was first reported by the St. Petersburg Times. Meanwhile, Brandenton.com has also covered the story, highlighting that Pierce Manufacturing is expected to begin hiring as early as March. The move comes at a critical time for Manatee County, where unemployment stands at 12.6%, with nearly 18,300 residents currently unemployed.
John Daggett, a spokesperson for Oshkosh Corp., confirmed that the consolidation will lead to job cuts across the company's Midwest locations. Specifically, Medtec Ambulances is set to lay off 45 employees at its Goshen headquarters, 60 at its Goshen plant, and 70 at its White Pigeon, Michigan facility. Oshkosh Specialty Vehicles will also cut 80 jobs at its Illinois plants.
This restructuring reflects a broader trend of companies shifting operations to areas with more favorable business environments and workforce opportunities. While the layoffs are a concern for affected workers, the new jobs in Florida offer a potential bright spot for the local economy.
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