Sen. Eldridge, Rep. Gregoire, and Rep. Gentile Announce $174,577 Grant to J&J Machine Company in Marlborough
Marlborough-based Precision Manufacturer to Receive Workforce Training Fund Grant
Marlborough, MA – State Senator Jamie Eldridge (D-Acton), Representative Danielle Gregorie (D-Marlborough), and Representative Carmine Gentile (D-Sudbury) announced that the Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development has awarded J&J Machine Company a $174,577 grant through the Workforce Training Fund Program.
Funded by Massachusetts employers via unemployment insurance contributions, grants through the program aim to help companies improve productivity and competitiveness by creating new jobs, increasing skills and opportunities for workers, and maintaining the economic strength and viability of the Commonwealth’s businesses.
Marlborough-based J&J Machine Company offers precision prototyping and production for the military, medical, and commercial industries. The company manufactures high-quality, American-made products with industry-leading certifications.
“J&J Machine Company is a capable manufacturer led by extremely talented engineers,” said Senator Jamie Eldridge (D-Acton). “I thank the Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development for their approval, and I am confident that the grant for J&J will take their business to an even higher level across all sectors.”
“This funding will allow the incredible folks at J&J to grow and train their workforce while continuing to manufacture high-quality products for a number of industries,” said Representative Danielle W. Gregoire (D-Marlborough).
“The Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development has made an excellent choice in providing this grant to J&J,” said Representative Carmine Gentile (D-Sudbury). “The creation of good manufacturing jobs, like those that J&J offers, will benefit Marlborough and ensure that great products are being made in the Commonwealth.”
The Workforce Training Fund Program allows companies to provide training for workers and create additional job roles. J&J Machine Company’s grant is used to provide training to 12 workers; 2 additional jobs are expected by 2023.
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