Nine companies were named as Wisconsin Manufacturers of the Year at the 36th Annual MOTY Awards program, including four from Northeast Wisconsin.
“Wisconsinites make things, and they make them well,” said WMC President & CEO Kurt Bauer. “Our state relies on hard-working manufacturers to provide economic stability, careers, innovation, and much more. We’re proud to honor this year’s winners of the Manufacturer of the Year Awards. Each of these companies exemplifies excellence on every level. Congratulations to all of the nominees!”
Companies were evaluated on many key benchmarks, including financial growth, technological advances, product development, environmental solutions and sustainability, operational excellence and continuous improvement, commitment to employees, and effective research and development. Award winners were selected by an independent panel of judges.
The manufacturing industry produces nearly $72 billion in economic output each year in Wisconsin. The state is home to nearly 9,000 manufacturers.
Four Grand Awards were distributed in four size categories for impeccable performance. These winners wholly showcase the strength and vibrancy of manufacturing. Additionally, five special awards were given to companies who demonstrated a unique quality worthy of recognition.
36th Annual Wisconsin Manufacturer of the Year Award Winners:
Grand Awards:
- Small Category: JR Machine – Shawano
- Medium Category: Plas-Tech Engineering – Lake Geneva
- Large Category: Weinbrenner Shoe Company – Merrill
- Mega Category: Plexus Corp. – Neenah
Special Awards:
- Future of Flavor: Omnia Wood Products LLC (Smokey Woods) – Crivitz
- Top of the Line Workplace: Redline Plastics, LLC – Manitowoc
- Global Impact: ANGI Energy Systems LLC – Janesville
- Empowerment Through Inclusion: VARC, Inc – Viroqua
