Manufacturing
A Top Location in North America for Manufacturing
Missouri is one of the best states for manufacturing businesses in North America, offering a cost-competitive, pro-business, and innovative environment. Missouri manufacturing companies benefit from an exceptional talent pool, customizable training programs, easy access to raw materials and a globally connected logistics infrastructure to support both inbound and outbound production needs.
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$ 15.6 Bin manufacturing products exported annually
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4 thlowest tax rate for labor intensive manufacturingTax Foundation
Missouri Manufacturers Drive the Future of Automotive Production
Across the state, Missouri manufacturers power automotive innovation, with significant production by manufacturing companies in Missouri like Ford and GM. In 2023 alone, more than 678,000 vehicles were produced at these Missouri plants, strategically located along North America’s Automotive Alley, stretching from Toronto to Mexico City. Since 2010, over $4 billion has been invested in Missouri’s automotive manufacturing facilities.
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Missouri Manufacturing Takes Flight in Aerospace
The U.S. is the world’s largest aerospace producer, and Missouri has a rich history in aviation, especially military aviation. From Charles Lindbergh to Boeing’s cutting-edge aerospace projects, Missouri manufacturing companies have led the industry for nearly 100 years.
Today, over 16,000 workers at Boeing’s Defense, Space & Security facilities produce F/A-18, EA-18, F-15, T-7A fighter jets, and advanced aerospace components. Statewide, Missouri is home to more than 100 aerospace manufacturing companies.
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Fueling Innovation in Energy Manufacturing
Missouri is a key player in energy manufacturing, with a strong network of Missouri manufacturing companies advancing renewable energy, power storage, and battery technology. Major companies like Boeing, Honeywell, and Emerson thrive here, supported by Missouri’s skilled workforce, strategic Midwest location, and strong research partnerships. From cutting-edge infrastructure to a pro-business environment, Missouri offers the resources and innovation needed to drive progress in the energy sector.
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A Competitive Edge for Missouri Manufacturing Companies
Aligned with its reputation as one of the best states for manufacturing, Missouri produces much of the nation’s stainless-steel equipment for the food, pharmaceutical, dairy, and chemicals industries.
Additionally, the state is known for its remanufacturing cluster with key companies like CNH Reman, SRC Holdings, John Deere Reman, MCI Cores, and Sterling Bearing.
Missouri also leads in aluminum boat manufacturing, home to brands such as:
Missouri Has The Talent You Need
With more than 3 million educated workers, Missouri has a greater talent pool than 29 other states, including most of its neighbors.
The state’s competitive cost of living and vibrant Midwestern culture enable companies to provide employees with a high quality of life at a lower cost.
Missouri also boasts 80+ certified work-ready communities and manufacturing hubs, such as the Robert W. Plaster Center for Advanced Manufacturing at Ozarks Tech and the upcoming St. Louis Regional Advanced Manufacturing Innovation Center adjacent to Ranken Technical College.
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Top 10state for high school graduation rates
Missouri’s skilled talent and cutting-edge facilities support manufacturers innovating across the industry, producing everything from trucks and fighter jets to advanced R&D technologies.
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What’s Next?
- Talk to our CEO Subash Alias about business expansion opportunities at 314.932.3973 or via our contact form.
- Check out our available certified sites & buildings for your site selection needs.
- See how Missouri’s business climate ranks in comparison to other states.
We at Carlisle are grateful for the warm welcome we have received from the State of Missouri and the people of Sikeston. This brand-new plant, which will create 100 jobs in the Sikeston region, is Carlisle’s second location in Missouri. Carlisle is committed to success and growth here in Sikeston, which is an ideal location to serve our strategic and growing markets. As a company, Carlisle is very focused on being a good steward of the environment. That’s why this plant, which produces energy-efficient insulation products, was built with the goal of achieving LEED Platinum status, which is a globally recognized symbol of superior sustainability achievement.
Locating Deli Star’s new HQ and food manufacturing facility in Missouri provides countless benefits to our people-first company. The strong workforce and pro-business environment, along with unmatched support both locally and statewide, provide the perfect landscape to be recognized as the #1 protein ingredient provider, sous-vide culinary innovation experts, and key part of the value chain.
We export to Japan, China, France, Spain, Hungary, and Scotland. I have also shipped to South Africa, and I’ll be looking to start some work in New Zealand before too long.