The program will include a ribbon cutting ceremony, guided plant tours, and remarks from Vernay leadership, the Baldwin County Chamber of Commerce, and invited guests from Milledgeville College, Baldwin High School, and local government.
“This re-opening marks an exciting new chapter for Vernay Milledgeville,” said Doug Cumpston, Plant Manager. “Our team has worked incredibly hard to prepare for this moment. We’re proud of what we’ve built here—and even more proud to show it to our community. This plant isn’t just about manufacturing—it’s about creating opportunities and building something that lasts.”
The updated facility represents Vernay’s commitment to operational excellence, local job growth, and long-term partnerships. The Milledgeville plant will play an increasingly important role in Vernay’s global supply network, supporting key customers in the Consumer Products and Mobility sectors.
“Vernay’s strength has always been our people and our ability to adapt to meet our customers’ evolving needs,” said Vanna Villata, Vice President of Operations. “This site reflects our strategy to build highly capable, responsive, and sustainable operations closer to our customers. We’re excited to grow our footprint in Milledgeville and continue investing in this dedicated team.”
Vernay has deep roots in Georgia, operating manufacturing facilities in Milledgeville, Griffin and Kennesaw. Georgia remains a key part of Vernay’s global footprint and long-term strategy, offering access to top-tier talent, strong community partnerships, and a robust industrial ecosystem.
As Vernay strengthens its presence in Milledgeville, the company is also focused on building a thriving, people-centered workplace. “This is part of a broader initiative to enhance employee retention and talent attraction across our North American operations,” said Maurizio Trabucco, Director of Human Resources, North America. “Creating an engaging environment where people feel valued and excited to grow their careers is a key pillar of our long-term success.”
The re-opening symbolizes more than just an operational milestone—it’s a message to the community: Vernay is here to stay.
Vernay Laboratories has been a technology leader in the design, development, and manufacture of customized flow-control components since its founding in 1946. The company also formulates its own compounds to address each specific application.
Vernay’s products play a vital role in millions of medical devices, automobiles, and consumer products. Today, the privately held firm produces more than 1 billion components per year, drawing from a library of more than 33,000 elastomeric materials and compound formulations. It operates six plants around the world, in the U.S., the Netherlands, Italy and China. For more information, visit www.vernay.com.
