FANUC America to Build $90M Robotics Plant in Michigan

New facility will add 225 jobs to the local economy.

Mar. 31, 2026 at 9:13pm

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A minimalist, high-contrast studio photograph featuring a metallic industrial robot arm posed elegantly against a plain, monochromatic background, symbolizing the precision and technological innovation of FANUC America's new Michigan facility.FANUC America's new robotics plant in Pontiac will showcase the latest advancements in industrial automation.Pontiac Today

FANUC America, a leading global manufacturer of industrial robots and automation systems, has announced plans to build a new $90 million robotics plant in Pontiac, Michigan. The expansion will create 225 new jobs in the local community.

Why it matters

The investment by FANUC America underscores Michigan's continued strength as a hub for advanced manufacturing and robotics. The new plant will bolster the state's reputation as a destination for high-tech industries and provide well-paying jobs to the region.

The details

The new 300,000-square-foot facility in Pontiac will serve as FANUC's main production site for its line of industrial robots and automation equipment. The plant will feature the latest in robotic and AI-powered manufacturing technologies to improve efficiency and output.

  • FANUC America announced the new plant on March 31, 2026.
  • Construction on the $90 million facility is expected to begin in the summer of 2026.

The players

FANUC America

A subsidiary of the Japanese FANUC Corporation, FANUC America is a leading global supplier of industrial robots, CNC systems, and factory automation solutions.

Pontiac, Michigan

The city of Pontiac, located in Oakland County, Michigan, is home to a growing advanced manufacturing and technology sector.

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What they’re saying

“This new state-of-the-art facility will allow us to better serve our customers in the Midwest and across North America with the latest robotic technologies.”

— Mike Cicco, President and CEO of FANUC America

“FANUC's decision to expand in Pontiac is a testament to Michigan's talented workforce and our state's leadership in advanced manufacturing.”

— Gretchen Whitmer, Governor of Michigan

What’s next

FANUC America plans to begin hiring for the new Pontiac facility in the fall of 2026, with the goal of having the plant fully operational by early 2027.

The takeaway

The FANUC America investment in Pontiac underscores Michigan's continued strength as a hub for high-tech manufacturing and robotics, providing well-paying jobs and solidifying the state's position as a leader in advanced industries.