Above: Moog, Inc., in East Aurora, New York, the state's 9th largest manufacturing company (image credit: Moog, Inc.)
For those looking to do business with New York manufacturers, it helps to have a thorough understanding of the state’s manufacturing climate. This article will explore some key statistics on New York’s manufacturing sector and provide a look at the state’s largest companies.
New York is currently home to 12,441 manufacturers employing 611,490 workers. According to IndustrySelect's database of 400,000 U.S. manufacturing companies, there are 42,048 executive contacts among New York manufacturing companies, including 8,061 presidents, 3,926 owners and partners; 4,381 vice-presidents and 3,539 sales, marketing and purchasing executives.
Other facts to know about New York manufacturers, based on advanced criteria available to IndustrySelect subscribers:
• 2% of New York manufacturing companies are women-owned
• 1% are minority-owned
• 6% are publicly owned companies
• 13% import raw materials
• 29% distribute their products internationally
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According to MNI data, 54% of New York manufacturing employment is centered in the New York City Metro Area, while the Western region of the state accounts for 25% of industrial jobs. Central New York accounts for 13.4%, while Upstate New York represents 7%.
New York City accounts for 115,361 jobs or about 20% of the state’s total. Rochester accounts for 34,998 jobs, while Buffalo is home to 22,202 workers. Brooklyn accounts for 17,195 manufacturing jobs. Other top manufacturing cities include:
• Hauppage: 12,124 jobs
• Melville: 7,907 jobs
• Syracuse:7,885 jobs
• Long Island City: 6,732 jobs
Company | Employees | City | State |
---|---|---|---|
IBM Corp., Data Systems Div. | 5,000 | Poughkeepsie | NY |
Pfizer, Inc. | 4,500 | New York | NY |
GlobalFoundries, Inc. | 4,000 | Hopewell Junction | NY |
GE Vernova, LLC | 3,740 | Schenectady | NY |
L3Harris Technologies, Inc. | 3,700 | Rochester | NY |
Moog, Inc. | 3,000 | East Aurora | NY |
Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | 3,000 | Tarrytown | NY |
Lockheed Martin Mission Systems & Sensors | 2,625 | Owego | NY |
Eastman Kodak Co. | 2,300 | Rochester | NY |
Chobani, LLC | 2,100 | New Berlin | NY |
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1. IBM Corp., Data Systems Div. Poughkeepsie, NY
IBM’s Poughkeepsie location produces data processing equipment and multiple-chip computer moldules. This location made the news in 2019 when it established an additional facility on the site for the production of its next-generation mainframes used for a broad range of daily business operations applications.
2. Pfizer, Inc. New York, NY
Pfizer is among the world’s leading pharmaceutical giants, developing and producing a wide range of prescriptions and over-the-counter products. This location focuses on such well-known brands as Advil®, Robitussin®, ThermaCare® and Emergen-C®
3. GLOBALFOUNDRIES, Inc., Fab 10 Hopewell Junction, NY
GLOBALFOUNDRIES is a multinational specialty semiconductor foundry integrating RF technology, silicon photonics, ASICs design systems and CMOS technologies. Fabrication plant #10 was recently sold to ON Semiconductor.
4. GE Vernova Schenectady, NY
GE is a global leader in power generation technologies. This Schenectady GE location focuses on the manufacturer of steam turbines & generators as well as storage batteries.
5. L3Harris Technologies, Inc., Rochester, NY
L3Harris Technologies provides global technology solutions for the aerospace and defense industries, integrating innovations across an array of domains including air, land, sea, space and even cyber. Its Rochester location specializes in high-grade encryption devices, surveillance systems, and vehicular intercoms and control products.
6. Moog, Inc., East Aurora, NY
Moog Inc is a U.S. manufacturer of precision motion control products and systems, with several divisions across the U.S. This location in East Aurora focuses on producing controls and components for electrohydraulic, aircraft and automated industrial machine applications.
7. Regeneron Pharmaceuticals (Tarrytown, NY)
Regeneron Pharmaceuticals is a leading biotechnology company based in Tarrytown, New York. Founded in 1988, Regeneron focuses on discovering, developing, and commercializing life-transforming medicines for serious diseases. The company has made significant strides in areas such as ophthalmology, oncology, and immunology. Notably, Regeneron gained national prominence for its COVID-19 antibody research and continues to push the boundaries of science with its innovative therapies.
8.Lockheed Martin Oswego, NY
Lockheed Martin is a global aerospace and defense company that specializes in the research, design, development, manufacture, and integration of advanced technology systems, products, and services. The company has a presence in Owego, NY, where it develops multi-function radar, electronic warfare, and communication sensors. Owego is also home to Lockheed Martin’s machining center that spans over 120,000 square feet with some of the newest machining technologies operating anywhere.
9. Eastman Kodak (Rochester, NY)
Eastman Kodak, headquartered in Rochester, New York, is an iconic name in the world of photography and imaging. Established in 1892, Kodak revolutionized the photography industry with its easy-to-use cameras and film. Despite facing challenges with the digital transition, Kodak has reinvented itself as a technology company providing industry-leading products and services in commercial print, packaging, publishing, and manufacturing. The company remains a significant player in the imaging and printing sectors.
10. Chobani New Berlin, NY
Chobani is an American food company that specializes in the production of Greek yogurt. The company was founded in 2005 by Hamdi Ulukaya in New Berlin, NY. Chobani’s products are made from natural ingredients and are free from preservatives and artificial flavors.
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Editor's Note: The article was originally published in December 2019. It is updated annually to reflect new statistics on New York manufacturing.