Midwest Industries, Inc. Focuses on Workforce Culture and Development

This article originally appeared on and was written for Western Iowa Advantage, by Golden Shovel Agency.

Midwest Industries, Inc. in Ida Grove, Iowa, builds high-quality, unique, and innovative products for marine enthusiasts by leveraging state-of-the-art manufacturing and distribution processes, focusing on boat trailers, boat lifts, and dock and spa accessories. Midwest Industries, Inc. credits company culture as one of the leading driving forces behind its ability to produce such cutting-edge products.

“Midwest Industries, Inc. has worked to develop and sustain a work culture that is inclusive, respectful, meaningful, and rewarding,” said Jeff Ogren, Midwest industries Human Resource Manager. “As a family-owned company, it’s important for us to provide a welcoming work environment that works for our employees.”

At their Ida Grove facility, Midwest Industries, Inc. directly employs 275 with an additional 70 employees contracted through staffing agencies.

“Midwest has many direct production and support opportunities for employees,” said Ogren. “Direct production opportunities include fabrication, CNC and milling operations, laser operators, manual and robot welding, material handlers, assembly, packaging, powder coating, and more. Support opportunities include housekeeping, parts cage, UPS packaging, truck shop, shag driver, construction and machine maintenance, and more.”

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