Peach Tree Times

Governor Brian P. Kemp announced that TMC Transformers USA Inc., a manufacturer of dry-type transformers, will expand its operations in Georgia. The company plans to invest over $15.3 million in a new manufacturing facility in Waynesboro, Burke County, creating at least 110 jobs over the next five years.

"When we lead economic missions overseas and meet with companies like TMC, we do so to bring more opportunities back to hardworking Georgians," said Governor Kemp. "TMC's decision to create over 100 well-paying jobs in Burke County comes at a critical time."

TMC is an international company specializing in medium and low voltage dry-type cast resin and VPI transformers. It employs more than 500 people globally and opened its first U.S. production plant in Burke County at the beginning of 2023.

"Combining our expertise in the dry-type transformer industry with the needs of the U.S. market for accessible, reliable, and sustainable energy," said Cristiano Palladini, President of TMC USA. "We’re excited that Waynesboro will become a welcoming base for us."

The new facility will be located at the Burke County Industrial Park and is expected to be operational by early 2026. TMC is currently hiring for various roles as part of this expansion.

"The Development Authority of Burke County is pleased to have TMC Transformers make Waynesboro their permanent home," said Austin Stacy, Executive Director of the Development Authority of Burke County.

Senior Regional Project Manager Adela Kelley from the Georgia Department of Economic Development (GDEcD) Global Commerce team worked on this project alongside local partners.

"After meeting with TMC's leadership in Italy," said GDEcD Commissioner Pat Wilson, "we were truly impressed by their warmth, hospitality, and enthusiasm for their decision to invest in Georgia."

Georgia has maintained representation in Europe since 1973 and has strong trade ties with Italy. In Fiscal Year 2023 alone, Italian companies invested significantly in Georgia.