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Above: Two workers install the passenger window of the one millionth Ford Transit produced at Kansas City Assembly Plant. (Image courtesy of Ford Media Center)
Missouri boasts a robust and diverse industrial landscape, with aerospace, transportation, and food products leading the charge in driving economic growth. Known as the Show-Me State, Missouri is home to a dynamic manufacturing sector that continues to innovate and expand. In this article, we will explore latest manufacturing trends and highlight the top companies that are shaping these key industries.
According to MNI, compiler and publisher of the industrial data that powers IndustrySelect, there are currently 5,998 manufacturers in the state of Missouri that employ 338,694workers.
St. Louis is Missouri’s largest city based on number of industrial jobs, with 67,855 workers.
Read more: Top Manufacturing Cities in the U.S.
Other top cities in Missouri include
• Kansas City (29,388 jobs)
• Springfield (19,734 jobs)
• Claycomo (9,470 jobs)
• St. Joseph (9,428 jobs)
St. Louis City County is Missouri’s largest in terms of industrial jobs, home to 92,732 workers. This is followed by Jackson County with 65,640 workers, St. Louis County (36,067 jobs), Greene County (22,148 jobs) and St. Charles County (20,432 jobs).
The food processing industry is Missouri’s largest in terms of employment, accounting for 15% of the state’s industrial workforce. This is followed by transportation equipment with 14% of Missouri’s factory workers. Fabricated metal products make up another 11%, while chemicals and allied products account for 8% of Missouri’s industrial workforce.
MNI reports there are 25,615 executive contacts among Missouri’s manufacturing companies, including 3,260 presidents, 2,367 owners and partners; 2,039 vice-presidents and 2,053 sales, marketing and purchasing executives.
Other facts to know about Missouri manufacturers, based on IndustrySelect’s advanced criteria available to subscribers, include ownership, distribution and other trends. Let’s take a look:
• 2% of Missouri manufacturers are women-owned
• 1% are minority-owned
• 9% are publicly owned companies
• 11% import raw materials
• 21% distribute their products internationally.
Experts believe manufacturing will grow by 3.84% between 2020 and 2030 in Missouri. While labor challenges remain an issue, Missouri has a strong outlook for the future thanks to low business costs, a central geographic location, and excellent performance in areas like on-the-job training.
Next, we’ll take a look at the state’s top companies.
| Company | Employees | City | State |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Boeing Co. | 16,000 | St. Louis | MO |
| Ford Motor Co., Kansas City Assembly | 9,468 | Claycomo | MO |
| General Motors Co., Wentzville Truck Assembly Center | 4,087 | Wentzville | MO |
| Anheuser-Busch InBev Worldwide, Inc. | 4,000 | St. Louis | MO |
| Honeywell Federal Manufacturing & Technologies, LLC | 3,000 | Kansas City | MO |
| Nortek Air Solutions | 3,000 | O'fallon | MO |
| Nestle' Purina PetCare Co. | 2,500 | St. Louis | MO |
| Triumph Foods, LLC | 2,500 | St. Joseph | MO |
| Bayer CropScience LP | 2,000 | St. Louis | MO |
| MilliporeSigma | 2,000 | St. Louis | MO |
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1. The Boeing Co. (St. Louis)
With 16,000 employees, This Boeing location is an aerospace and defense leader and ranks as Missouri's top industrial employer. The St. Louis plant fulfills Air Force contracts and works on groundbreaking aircraft like the F/A-18 and F-15 fighters.
2. Ford Motor Co., Kansas City Assembly (Kansas City)
This 1,260-acre facility has been around since 1951. Its 7,000 employees are currently working on the Ford E-Transit, Ford Transit, and F-150 truck.
3. General Motors Co., Wentzville Truck Assembly Center (Wentzville)
GM is a major employer in Wentzville, with a 4.25-million-square-foot facility and 4,600 jobs. This plant manufactures the Chevrolet Colorado, Chevrolet Express, GMC Canyon, and GMC Savana.
4. Anheuser-Busch InBev Worldwide, Inc. (St. Louis)
One of the largest brewers in the world, Anheuser-Busch reported a growth of 20% across its entire portfolio for 2021. The food and beverage manufacturer has 4,000 employees in St. Louis.
5. Honeywell Federal Manufacturing & Technologies, LLC (Kansas City)
This Honeywell branch manages the Kansas City National Security Campus, a facility where 3,000 researchers develop the latest technology in the field of nuclear energy.
6. Nortek Air Solutions (O’Fallon)
This innovative HVAC manufacturer has 3,000 employees in its O’Fallon plant. Nortek offers solutions for heating and cooling as well as products designed to improve air quality and reduce energy consumption.
7. Nestle Purina PetCare Co. (St. Louis)
Nestlé Purina PetCare Co., based in St. Louis, Missouri, is a global leader in pet care products. Formed in 2001 through the merger of Nestlé’s Friskies PetCare Company and Ralston Purina, the company produces a wide range of pet food and treats under well-known brands like Purina Pro Plan, Purina Dog Chow, and Friskies. The St. Louis headquarters is a hub of innovation and quality, housing over 2,000 employees and featuring state-of-the-art facilities for research and development
8. Triumph Foods, LLC (St. Joseph)
Launched in 2003, Triumph Foods has become one of the largest pork-processing facilities in the country. Its 2,500 employees process 6 million animals each year.
9. MilliporeSigma (St. Louis)
MilliporeSigma and its 2,000 employees are part of the Merck Group. This manufacturer specializes in life science with vaccines. It’s one of the top places to work in St. Louis, and this company hired 150 people last year due to an increase in demand.
10. Bayer CropScience (St. Louis, MO)
Bayer CropScience, headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri, is a key player in the global agricultural industry. The company focuses on developing innovative solutions for modern agriculture, including pest and disease control, weed management, and crop protection.
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Article Sources:
https://www.mni.net
https://meric.mo.gov/industry/long-term-projections
https://businessfacilities.com/2022/06/missouri-economic-development-showing-the-way/
https://extension.missouri.edu/programs/exceed-community-economic-and-entrepreneurial-development/missouri-economy-indicators
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