13 New Jobs Coming to the Upper Peninsula, $1.2 Million Expansion Project in Mellen Township

LANSING, Mich. - Today, Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced Menco, LLC is relocating their machining facility to Mellen Township in Menominee County. The company's relocation will generate at least $1.2 million and create 13 new, good-paying jobs in the area.

"Michigan is on the move and open for business, competing for and winning big projects in next-generation industries," said Governor Whitmer. "Today's announcement will create 13 new good-paying jobs and help cement Michigan as the best place for manufacturing. Let's keep working together to show the world that Michigan is the best place to build the future."

"Today's announcement reflects the company's commitment to investing in hardworking communities and building long-term economic opportunity in the region," said Matt McCauley, Senior Vice President of Regional Development at the Michigan Economic Development Corporation. "By establishing their operations here, they are creating good-paying jobs and contributing to the growth and stability of the Upper Peninsula. Welcome to Team Michigan!"

Menco, LLC , is a CNC machining and custom fabrication business that began operations in Wisconsin in 2021. The company has recently announced their plans to relocate from Wisconsin to Mellen Township in Michigan's Upper Peninsula to consolidate operations and expand their capabilities with additional machinery and equipment. This move will strengthen the company's ability to serve existing and new customers in the region.

"I'm looking forward to moving to Michigan and continuing to grow Menco LLC," said Adam Menor, General Manager of Menco LLC. "Thanks to Team Michigan, as they were easy to work with and made the decision to move to Michigan easier."

This move will generate approximately $1,225,000 in capital investment and create at least 13 new jobs with starting wages of $21.00 per hour plus benefits, above the regional median wage. The Michigan Strategic Fund provided support for this move with a Michigan Business Development Program performance-based grant in the amount of $100,000. In addition, Michigan Works! will support the company with a workforce proposal that will aid in talent recruitment and workforce development, with an estimated value of $188,754. InvestUP will also support the project with staff time and resources.

"We are grateful to the Michigan Economic Development Corporation for awarding Menco LLC a $100,000 Business Development Program grant. This investment accelerates the expansion from Wisconsin into Michigan's Upper Peninsula and strengthens the company's commitment to creating long term economic opportunity in Menominee County," added Marty Fittante, CEO of InvestUP. "We're honored by MEDC's confidence in this vision and excited to build a future that benefits both the company and the community."

The company also considered an additional site in Wisconsin, but ultimately, it was Team Michigan's approach to supporting small businesses and providing tailored solutions that secured this win.

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NOTE FROM THE MEDC:

Investment and job numbers represent the commitment made by the business to the state of Michigan. Terms will be formalized in a performance-based project agreement, with funds disbursed as milestones are reached, and are subject to amendment or cancellation if the commitments are not met due to risks or uncertainties. The Michigan Economic Development Corporation provides a public annual report on agreements and their status to the state legislature.

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