Vermeer Expanding Manufacturing Footprint in Des Moines Metro

New 300,000 sq ft facility in Bondurant to create over 300 jobs

Published on Feb. 27, 2026

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Vermeer Corporation, the industrial equipment manufacturer headquartered in Pella, Iowa, is building a new 300,000 square foot facility in the Des Moines metro area located in Bondurant. The expansion will create over 300 new jobs related to the manufacture and support of Vermeer's industrial parts and equipment, further growing the company's presence in the region.

Why it matters

Vermeer's growth and investment in the Des Moines metro underscores the increasing demand for the company's industrial equipment across all markets. The new facility will allow Vermeer to better serve its customers while also contributing to economic development in the state of Iowa.

The details

The new Vermeer Des Moines facility will include advanced manufacturing tools and practices, a patented air circulation system, and other investments. The company's Des Moines operations began in spring 2023 with a team of 143 employees working out of 108,000 square feet of space. This latest expansion will more than double Vermeer's footprint in the Des Moines area.

  • Vermeer Des Moines operations began in spring 2023.
  • The new 300,000 sq ft facility in Bondurant is currently under construction.

The players

Vermeer Corporation

An industrial equipment manufacturer headquartered in Pella, Iowa, founded 78 years ago by Gary Vermeer.

Jason Andringa

President and CEO of Vermeer Corporation, and third generation family member.

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What they’re saying

“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. 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.”

— Jason Andringa, President and CEO (kniakrls.com)

What’s next

The new 300,000 sq ft Vermeer facility in Bondurant is expected to be completed and operational by the end of 2026.

The takeaway

Vermeer's expansion in the Des Moines metro demonstrates the company's commitment to growth and innovation, as well as its importance to the economy of Iowa. The new facility will create hundreds of manufacturing jobs and allow Vermeer to better serve its customers across the country.