Originally published by Michigan Economic Development Corporation
DeWys Metal Solutions, founded in 1977 in Grand Rapids, provides full-service custom metal fabrication, laser cutting, powder coating, product assembly, and engineering and design services to many industries across the U.S. The company is headquartered in Marne and has approximately 280 employees in Marne and Grand Haven.
DeWys is experiencing significant growth and plans to construct a new facility at its existing site in Marne. The project is expected to generate a total capital investment of $3.4 million and create 80 manufacturing, engineering, and administrative jobs, supported by a $560,000 Jobs Ready Michigan Program performance-based grant. Michigan was chosen for the project over a competing site in Indiana.
“DeWys has seen significant growth over the past 45 years,” said Mark Schoenborn, president of DeWys Metal Solutions. “As the company continues to grow and expand, we are being strategic and intentional with the solutions offered to keep meeting our customers’ increasing needs. Rebranding in 2021 as DeWys Metal Solutions not only strengthened the brand identity, but it also aligned the division of companies to create a structure for expansion and additional acquisitions in the future. Staying committed to the success of all stakeholders is the DeWys way. This means caring about each other’s personal, professional, and financial goals. This grant will provide us the tools necessary to do just that.”
Lakeshore Advantage assisted the company in navigating local resources for its expansion.
“DeWys is committed to the local community and to the manufacturing industry, and it shows,” said Jennifer Owens, president of Lakeshore Advantage. “They are highly engaged in many community initiatives including Discover Manufacturing which opens the door to meaningful career exploration for local students. This is a company that shows up, gives back and has a deep commitment to developing and growing their team.”
The project will bring immediate, good-paying jobs with a large and expanding manufacturing company and could lead to future investment in Michigan. Wright Township will support the project in the form of a 12-year tax abatement, contingent on township board approval. Individuals interested in careers with DeWys should visit https://www.dewys.com/careers/.
“We welcome DeWys Metal Solution’s expansion and the opportunities it brings to our community,” said Wright Township Supervisor Rick Schoenborn. “DeWys has always been a great neighbor as well as an innovative resource for talented career development for many of our residents. This business approach aligns extremely well with Wright Township and its community.”