Vermeer looks to build new 300,000-square-foot facility in Des Moines

Vermeer Corporation has acquired 186 acres of land and the intent to build an all-new 300,000 square foot facility in the Des Moines metro, located in Bondurant, that will be home to initially 300+ jobs related to the manufacture and support of Vermeer industrial parts and equipment.

“I’m incredibly proud of this business my grandfather, Gary Vermeer, began 78 years ago and the team doing the work to equip Vermeer customers around the world," says Jason Andringa, president and CEO and third generation family member. "While Pella will always be home to our headquarters, the need for Vermeer equipment has continued to grow and the innovation coming from Vermeer requires continued investment both in Pella and beyond. After announcing the launch of our Vermeer Des Moines team just three years ago, we’re excited to further our commitment to our customers, our team, the greater Des Moines metro and the state of Iowa through this investment."

Vermeer Des Moines operations began spring of 2023 and today the team of 143 is working out of a 108,000- square-foot facility. This upgraded facility will include more advanced manufacturing tools and practices, a patented air circulation system and other investments. It will serve as a center for all aftermarket components supporting Vermeer's Cutting Edge business. Additionally, the facility will also include full-spectrum manufacturing capability, including machining, weld, paint and assembly.

“The Des Moines area has proven, in a short amount of time, to be a great place to build out our team and get important work done. We strive to be a top employer in the region, are committed to best-in-class manufacturing and believe this growth only helps demonstrate that. We’re proud to call Iowa home and we’re proud to build our team and our equipment right here in the heart of the Midwest,” says Mindi Vanden Bosch, vice president of operations and third generation family member.