Bluffton's Grob Systems receives state tax credits; will expand in 2012
The Ohio Tax Credit Authority on Monday granted one of Bluffton's largest employers, Grob Systems, a $340,044 payroll tax credit on its plans to hire up to 113 new full-time jobs over seven years.
The Icon understands that average wage of the jobs will be $15 per hour, plus $3.08 per hour in benefits. They will add $3.5 million to Grob's payroll.^aEUR"^aEUR"
The company designs and builds equipment and production lines for the auto industry, including Ford and General Motors.
To qualify for the full tax credit, Grob must maintain operations in Bluffton for at least 10 years.^aEUR"^aEUR" Grob Systems is a subsidiary of Grob-Werke, which is located in Mindelheim, Germany.
The company plans on adding 46,000 square feet to its current plant in 2012 and the state is supporting the idea. The expansion is set to start in 2012. There's no word on when hiring for new positions will begin.
Stories Posted This Week
Saturday, May 31, 2025
Friday, May 30, 2025
- Sweet beverages with a side of atrial fibrillation
- Radiofrequency tumor ablation introduced at Blanchard Valley Health System
- Utilities Committee to meet on June 2
- Bluffton Beavers sports roundup, May 21-27
- Ruth Marie Thompson was a homemaker
- 2025 Bluffton Memorial Day parade and ceremonies hosted by American Legion Post 382
Thursday, May 29, 2025
Wednesday, May 28, 2025
- Meetings announced by Village of Bluffton
- Marjorie Ann (Bauman) Diss worked for the Wichita School District
- Field reports from ODW Officers
- Mornings with Mommy play dates announced
- Courts, players ready for Steve and Cindy Slaughterback Memorial Shuffleboard Tournament, May 30
- Bluffton Middle School Honor Roll for 4th quarter of 2024-2025