Conn-Selmer Inc., a subsidiary of Steinway Musical Instruments Inc., announced today that it will close its woodwind manufacturing operations in Kenosha, eliminating 100 jobs.
The production of the 95,000-square-foot plant will be transferred to the company's woodwind facility in Elkhart, Ind. The transfer of production will take place over the next year.
John Stoner, president of Conn-Selmer, said, "We have achieved a high level of expertise at our Elkhart facility through the team's steady commitment to continuous improvement. This consolidation will help us gain efficiencies and remain a viable U.S. manufacturer in the student clarinet and flute categories."
The company expects to incur charges of up to $1 million over the next few quarters, as it absorbs the costs of severance pay and the relocation of machinery and inventory from Kenosha.
Dana Messina, chief executive officer of Steinway Musical Instruments, said, "This very difficult decision regarding Kenosha reinforces our commitment to remain a profitable U.S. manufacturer of band instruments. We are confident that our strategy will improve profitability and allow us to compete with lower cost offshore manufacturers."
Steinway subsidiary to close Kenosha woodwind plant
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