Whirlpool announced it is investing more than $65 million over the next several years into its factory in Ottawa, Ohio as part of the company’s ongoing efforts to position the plant as the premium refrigeration factory in North American region. The investment will include an expansion of the Ottawa plant to accommodate production of premium refrigeration products, including built-in refrigerators. This investment will also create additional jobs. “We’re excited about this investment in the future of the Ottawa Operations and in our people – said Whirlpool Corporation VP of Integrated Supply Chain and Quality Don Metzelaar -. This is a testament to our skilled workforce, and will unlock our potential to bring the newest and best refrigeration innovation to our customers who count on us to improve their lives at home”.
