Piston Automotive Selects Avon for New Operations

Company Name: Piston Automotive LLC

Location: Avon

Site Region: Northeast

Country of Origin:

• Country: U.S.A.

Industry Sector: Automotive

Company Profile: Piston Automotive specializes in the supply of chassis modules and interior trim, specialty plastic parts, and logistics services for the automotive industry.

Company Website: https://www.pistongroup.com/

Project Summary:

Type of Project: New Location

Jobs:

• Jobs committed: 79
• Jobs retained: 0
• Types of jobs: Advanced Manufacturing

Capital Investment: $9,730,535

Company Need:

Piston Automotive has been awarded a bid to manufacture at least two modules for the BEV Ford Transit. The industry's transition will require new investment in facilities and training to ensure workers are ready for the new market.

Testimonial:

“The City of Avon provided us the perfect opportunity to fulfill our continued strategic growth plan in Ohio by leveraging the state’s strong workforce development initiatives and overall economic commitment to the automotive industry. We appreciate Ford Motor Company and the Ohio Department of Development for their support and approval of our continued expansion and partnership.”

– Mamadou Diallo, chief executive officer, Piston Group

Why Ohio?

The decision to open new operations is a testament to the company’s growth driven significantly by its partnership with the Ford Motor Company, which has large-scale manufacturing operations in nearby Brook Park.

R&D, skilled talent, market access, and a comprehensive supply chain make Ohio a United States automotive leader. In Ohio, automotive companies are pursuing improvements that make cars and components lighter, stronger, and better for the environment. 

Collaborators:

JobsOhio, Team NEO, The Ohio Department of Development, Ohio Department of Transportation Jobs & Commerce, City of Avon, Lorain County