Ohio – Ohio Governor Mike DeWine, Lt. Governor Jim Tressel, and Ohio Department of Development Director Lydia Mihalik have announced the approval of 10 new projects that will create a total of 1,063 jobs across the state. These projects, approved by the Ohio Tax Credit Authority (TCA) during its monthly meeting, are expected to generate over $74 million in new payroll and bring more than $1 billion in investments to Ohio.
Major Investments Planned in Central Ohio
Several companies are expanding in Central Ohio, bringing new job opportunities and economic growth to the region.
De Angeli Prodotti USA Corp. is opening a new location in London, Madison County, which will create 231 full-time jobs with an annual payroll of more than $12 million. The company specializes in manufacturing advanced conductors and wire cables.
Kansai Helios Coatings GmbH will establish its largest U.S. facility in Johnstown, Licking County, adding 44 full-time jobs and $2.4 million in payroll. The company focuses on powder coat production.
RHS Healthcare Solutions Inc. will open a facility in Groveport, Franklin County, creating 106 jobs and generating $7.7 million in annual payroll. RHS is a medical supply distributor providing healthcare products across the industry.
Northeast Ohio Gains New Businesses
The expansion of several companies in Northeast Ohio is expected to bring new job opportunities to the region.
Breeze Aviation Group, Inc. will establish an operations base at Akron-Canton Airport in Green, Summit County, creating 61 jobs with $11 million in new payroll. This expansion will allow Breeze Aviation to improve air travel services to underserved airports.
Canon Healthcare USA, Inc. will invest in a new facility in Cleveland, Cuyahoga County, generating 50 jobs with a payroll of $7.5 million. The company manufactures advanced medical imaging systems, including MRIs and ultrasound machines.
Lorad, LLC will consolidate its operations in Westlake, Cuyahoga County, adding 50 new jobs and over $3.1 million in payroll. Lorad specializes in designing and manufacturing fall protection systems for workers.
Northwest and Southwest Ohio See Manufacturing Expansions
Several major manufacturing projects are set to boost employment in Northwest and Southwest Ohio.
First Quality Tissue Midwest, LLC will establish a new location in Defiance, Defiance County, creating 407 jobs and adding $22.5 million in annual payroll. The company produces hygiene and paper products for global markets.
KSM Business Services, Inc. is expanding in Blue Ash, Hamilton County, generating 25 new jobs and $2.6 million in payroll. The company provides tax, advisory, and audit services to businesses.
United Alloy Ohio LLC is setting up its first Ohio manufacturing facility in Union, Montgomery County, creating 60 jobs with a $3.8 million payroll. The company specializes in metal fabrication and powder coating.
Southeastern Ohio Welcomes New Investments
Tecnocap LLC is investing in a new facility in Bellaire, Belmont County, creating 29 jobs with a payroll of more than $1.3 million. The metal packaging manufacturer will consolidate its operations from other states into Ohio.
Job Creation Tax Credit Program Boosts Economic Growth
The Job Creation Tax Credit program is designed as a performance-based incentive, meaning that tax credits will be issued based on the actual number of jobs created and the payroll generated. The state will verify the job creation numbers before granting the tax credits.
Governor DeWine emphasized that these new investments are a testament to Ohio’s ability to attract businesses across multiple industries, from manufacturing to aviation and healthcare. “These projects will have a lasting impact on our state’s economy, providing stable and well-paying jobs for Ohioans while fostering business expansion and innovation,” he said.
With these new developments, Ohio continues to strengthen its reputation as a hub for economic growth, workforce expansion, and business investment.
