WEDC said the “catalytic” Oak Creek project will be the first of its kind robotics sorting center for Amazon. The newly constructed fulfillment center will be the flagship facility and will represent the company’s largest investment in Wisconsin in both capital expenditures and new jobs. The company also has a fulfillment center at Interstate 94 and Highway S in Kenosha.

The Amazon associates at the facility pick, pack and ship small items such as books, household items and toys, a process that will utilize Amazon Robotics technology. This technology helps speed order processing times and increase fulfillment center storage capacity.

Local and regional officials applauded Amazon for its commitment to grow in the region.

“We’re delighted that one of the world’s most successful businesses has cast another vote of confidence in Wisconsin,” said Gale Klappa, co-chair of the Milwaukee 7 regional economic development organization and executive chairman of WEC Energy Group. “This significant investment by Amazon speaks to the competitiveness of our region for global companies and to the strong upward trajectory of our economy.”

In addition to the 1,500 jobs expected to be created by the company in Oak Creek, an economic modeling study estimates the project could indirectly generate 792 additional jobs in the region. Those 2,292 combined jobs would generate nearly $3 million in state income tax revenue annually.

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