$67 million
investment will create about 40 new jobs
ST.
PAUL, Minn., May 3, 2024
/PRNewswire/ -- A new 90,000-square-foot expansion at 3M's facility
in Valley, Nebraska, will increase
the plant's manufacturing capacity and add new jobs to the
community.
The $67 million investment
includes new production lines, equipment and a warehouse, and will
help 3M more quickly meet customer
demand for the company's personal safety products. The expansion of
the plant is expected to create about 40 new jobs.
"3M has been a part of
Valley and the greater
Omaha business community for 45
years," said Matt Huset, plant
director at 3M's Valley plant.
"We're proud of the role we play in Nebraska's success and pleased that we could
work with state officials to make this expansion happen."
The expansion will create additional manufacturing capacity for
3M's reusable respirators and PELTOR™ hearing protection
products.
"From respiratory and hearing protection to welding safety and
medical products, 3M Valley is integral to manufacturing the
solutions that help protect people worldwide," said Chris Goralski, president of 3M Safety and Industrial. "These products help
make a difference during crises like the COVID-19 pandemic, or for
workers on the job across the industries we serve, and in daily
life. The investments we're making in Valley will help give us the capacity we need
to meet the growing demand for these solutions today and into the
future."
To help make the expansion happen, 3M partnered with the state of Nebraska through the ImagiNE Nebraska Program,
a tax incentive-based program intended to encourage companies to
invest in Nebraska by creating
jobs and growing the state and its economy.
"Congratulations to 3M on a
successful expansion in Valley,"
said K.C. Belitz, director of the Nebraska Department of Economic
Development. "In addition to offering great career opportunities,
3M generously contributes to the
community. The Department has enjoyed working alongside company
leaders to support 3M's growth in the Good Life. Nebraska boasts a world-class workforce and
supportive business climate that make it highly attractive for
companies to invest in our state."
3M has operated its facility in
Valley since 1979 and the company
is celebrating 45 years in the community this year. Over that time,
3M has supported agencies that help
improve the lives of people in the area and has encouraged 3Mers to
volunteer and give back to their communities. 3M employees in Valley are active and invested in community
initiatives, including serving on advisory boards for the Twin
Rivers YMCA and other area non-profits.
To learn more about careers at 3M
and its manufacturing facilities, visit 3m.com/careers, and search for jobs in
"Valley, NE."
About 3M
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create a brighter world for everyone. By unlocking the power of
people, ideas and science to reimagine what's possible, our global
team uniquely addresses the opportunities and challenges of our
customers, communities, and planet. Learn how we're working to
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