Braun welcomes John Deere expansion to northwest Indiana, 150 new Hoosier jobs

LOWELL, Ind. (WISH) — Indiana Gov. Mike Braun on Wednesday welcomed new investment in northwest Indiana, with John Deere planning to expand its footprint by establishing a state-of-the-art distribution center in the area.

John Deere, which recently broke ground on the new facility, plans to create 150 new Hoosier jobs in Lake County, Indiana.

“Our state’s location as the Crossroads of America makes it the ideal destination for companies of all sizes to serve customers across the U.S. and around the world,” Braun said. “John Deere’s expansion to Indiana is a testament to our business-first environment, our robust manufacturing sector, and our strong pipeline of skilled talent.”

John Deere will invest $125 million to construct and equip a 1.2 million-square-foot warehouse and distribution center on 234 acres in Lake County near the Lowell-Hebron area. The facility will be designed to streamline operations and ensure timely delivery of parts to customers and dealers. Located just off Interstate 65, the new facility will “enhance the company’s supply chain capabilities nationwide,” according to a news release.

The project is expected to create 150 jobs offering wages above the county average, contributing to the state’s economic growth.

“This new facility is an investment in customer expectations around world-class product support through...