Key Takeaways
- Massive U.S. Commitment: GE Appliances is investing $3 billion over five years to expand production at its 11 U.S. plants, bringing manufacturing back from Mexico, China, and overseas.
- Jobs and Growth: The company contributes over $30 billion annually to the U.S. economy, supports 113,000 jobs, and plans expansions in Georgia, Alabama, South Carolina, and Tennessee.
- Reshoring Leadership: By winning the National Metalworking Reshoring Award, GE Appliances proves that local production not only strengthens supply chains but also drives innovation and competitiveness.
At a time when too many companies still chase cheap overseas labor, GE Appliances is proving that investing in America pays off. The company, now owned by Haier, has earned the prestigious National Metalworking Reshoring Award, recognizing its leadership in revitalizing U.S. manufacturing and strengthening domestic supply chains.
In August, GE Appliances announced a $3 billion, five-year plan to expand production across its 11 U.S. plants and microfactories. Since 2016, the company has committed $6.5 billion to American operations, fueling innovation, plant upgrades, and supplier growth. “This award is proof that when you invest in American workers and factories, you strengthen supply chains and fuel the resurgence of U.S. manufacturing,” said Bill Good, Vice President of Supply Chain. “It’s a testament to our 15,500 employees nationwide who help show the world that American manufacturing has a bold future.”
The numbers are striking: GE Appliances contributes over $30 billion annually to the U.S. economy and supports 113,000 jobs across its plants, suppliers, and logistics network. Guided by its “Zero Distance” strategy—building closer to customers—the company is reshoring entire product lines. Gas ranges are moving from Mexico to Georgia, refrigerators from China to Alabama, water heaters from overseas to South Carolina, and new AC units are rolling out of Tennessee.
Harry Moser, founder of the Reshoring Initiative, put it simply: “Local production strengthens competitiveness, secures supply chains, and uplifts communities.” In other words, bringing jobs home isn’t just patriotic—it’s smart economics.
This is the free market at its best: companies realizing that building in America lowers total costs, improves quality, and fosters innovation. GE Appliances’ reshoring push embodies exactly what President Trump has championed for years—secure supply chains, strong American jobs, and a future where “Made in the USA” means world-class excellence.