Jabil
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UnclaimedGlobal electronics manufacturing, engineering, and supply-chain services company
Last updated November 4, 2026
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Overview
Jabil is a United States-based multinational manufacturing and engineering company that provides design, product development, electronics manufacturing, systems integration, and supply-chain services for original equipment manufacturers and other enterprise customers. Its work commonly includes printed circuit board assembly, electronic systems, mechanical and plastics manufacturing, testing, packaging, logistics, repair, and lifecycle-management services. Rather than operating primarily as a consumer-facing product label, Jabil functions as an industrial partner behind products sold under other companies’ brands. The company was founded in the Detroit area in 1966 by James Golden and William E. Morean. Its name combines the founders’ first names, James and Bill. Jabil initially concentrated on circuit-board assembly and repair work, including work for Control Data Systems. After Golden left the business, William Morean’s son, William E. Morean, became increasingly involved and helped redirect the company toward larger manufacturing contracts and a broader outsourced-production model. A major early turning point came in 1979, when Jabil established a high-volume manufacturing relationship with General Motors. That relationship encouraged the company to invest in automated production and advanced assembly technology. During the early and mid-1980s, Jabil added independent test engineering, product-development support, volume production using surface-mount technology, and computer-aided design capabilities. By the middle of the decade it had moved toward highly automated surface-mount production, and by the end of the 1980s it had adopted automated tape-automated bonding for circuit-board manufacturing. Jabil moved its headquarters from Detroit to St. Petersburg, Florida, in 1982. It became publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange in 1993. The company subsequently expanded its manufacturing footprint through new facilities, acquisitions, and customer programs across Asia, Europe, North America, and other regions. Its international expansion included entry into China in 1999 through the acquisition of GET Manufacturing, followed by acquisitions or purchased operations associated with Intel, Lucent Technologies, Philips, Varian, Green Point, and other businesses. These transactions broadened Jabil’s capabilities in electronics, communications, plastics, medical products, metal fabrication, packaging, and related fields. Jabil’s corporate development has also involved movement into specialized verticals. The acquisition of Nypro in 2013 strengthened its precision plastics and healthcare-related manufacturing capabilities. The company later acquired businesses connected with metal fabrication, food and consumer packaging, medical devices, sustainable packaging, silicon photonics, and procurement advisory services. In 2023 it sold its mobility business in China to BYD while acquiring Intel’s Silicon Photonics business and ProcureAbility. Jabil was also reported to have begun manufacturing components for AirPods in India in 2023, illustrating the company’s role in geographically diversified consumer-electronics supply chains. The company has periodically adjusted its workforce and factory network in response to changing customer demand and production economics. It announced the closure of its first European international plant in Livingston, United Kingdom, in 2017, following earlier workforce reductions in 2016. In March 2024 it announced the elimination of 120 positions in Vancouver, Washington. Such changes reflect the capital-intensive and cyclical nature of outsourced electronics manufacturing, where production locations and capacity are frequently reorganized around customer programs. Jabil has been included in major U.S. equity indexes at different points in its history. It joined the S&P 500 in 2001, moved to the S&P MidCap 400 in 2014, and rejoined the S&P 500 in December 2023. In 2024, Chief Executive Officer Kenny Wilson took paid leave while the board investigated issues related to company policies. The company stated that the matter did not affect its financial statements or reporting. After the investigation, Wilson resigned, and Chief Financial Officer Michael Dastoor became chief executive officer. In January 2026, Jabil was reported to have acquired Hanley Energy Group, a provider of energy-management and critical-power systems for data-center infrastructure, in an all-cash transaction valued at approximately $725 million plus contingent consideration. Jabil’s present identity is therefore that of a diversified, globally distributed manufacturing-services platform serving technology, healthcare, automotive, industrial, packaging, and data-center customers.
History
Jabil was established in 1966 in the Detroit area by James Golden and William E. Morean. The name Jabil was formed from the founders’ first names, James and Bill. The business initially specialized in assembling and repairing circuit boards, including work for Control Data Systems. When Golden later left the company, William Morean’s son, William E. Morean, became an important influence on the company’s development. He helped pursue additional contracts and encouraged a transition from a small circuit-board operation into a broader outsourced manufacturing business. In 1979, Jabil entered a high-volume manufacturing partnership with General Motors. This relationship helped move the company toward automated production and more advanced assembly methods. Jabil expanded its technical offer in the early 1980s by introducing independent test engineering and development services. It began producing circuit boards in volume using manual surface-mount processes in 1982, the same year it moved its headquarters from Detroit to St. Petersburg, Florida. By 1984, the company had introduced computer-aided design services for manufacturing, and in 1985 it shifted to highly automated surface-mount production. Near the end of the decade, it adopted automated tape-automated bonding for circuit-board work. Jabil became a public company in April 1993, listing on the New York Stock Exchange. It continued to expand its St. Petersburg operations, completing a 120,000-square-foot building in 1997. International growth accelerated in the late 1990s and 2000s. In 1999, Jabil entered China through the acquisition of GET Manufacturing. In 2001, it acquired Intel’s manufacturing facility in Malaysia and was added to the S&P 500 Index. In 2002, it acquired a Lucent Technologies factory in Shanghai and Philips’ contract manufacturing services. These moves gave the company a wider geographic footprint and added manufacturing capacity for major technology customers. The company continued to use acquisitions to build specialized capabilities. In 2005 it acquired Varian’s electronics manufacturing business. In 2006 it expanded in Taiwan through the acquisition of Green Point, conducted through Jabil Circuit Taiwan. In 2011 it acquired Telmar Network, a Texas-based communications network service provider. In 2013 it acquired Nypro for cash, completing the transaction in July; the deal strengthened Jabil’s precision plastics, healthcare, and specialized manufacturing operations. In 2013, William D. Morean retired as board chairman and Timothy Main succeeded him. William E. Peters became president and Mark Mondello was appointed chief executive officer. In 2014, Jabil moved from the S&P 500 to the S&P MidCap 400. Further acquisitions broadened the company beyond conventional electronics assembly. Jabil acquired Shemer Group in Israel in 2015, adding metal fabrication for high-technology capital-equipment manufacturers. It also acquired Plasticos Castella in Spain, a food and consumer-packaging manufacturer. In 2017, Jabil announced the closure of its Livingston, United Kingdom, site, its first European international plant, with 266 employees affected. The closure followed workforce reductions announced in 2016. In 2018, Jabil acquired Johnson & Johnson’s medical-devices business. In 2021, it acquired Ecologic Brands, a sustainable-packaging company. In 2023, the company sold its mobility business in China to BYD, acquired Intel’s Silicon Photonics business, and acquired ProcureAbility. Reports also indicated that Jabil began manufacturing components for AirPods in India, reflecting the company’s participation in the reconfiguration of global consumer-electronics supply chains. Jabil rejoined the S&P 500 in December 2023. Jabil experienced a senior leadership disruption in 2024. On April 19, the company announced that CEO Kenny Wilson would take paid leave pending an investigation connected with company policies. The company said the matter did not affect its financial statements or reporting. Michael Dastoor, then chief financial officer, became interim CEO. After the investigation concluded, Wilson resigned and Dastoor was appointed CEO. Jabil also announced the elimination of 120 jobs in Vancouver, Washington, in March 2024. In January 2026, the company was reported to have acquired Hanley Energy Group, extending its activities into energy management and critical-power systems for data-center infrastructure.
- 2026
Hanley Energy Group acquisition
[1]Jabil acquires Hanley Energy Group to expand into critical-power and energy-management systems for data centers.
- 2024
CEO investigation and succession
[1]Kenny Wilson takes leave during a company-policy investigation, later resigns, and Michael Dastoor becomes CEO.
- 2023
Portfolio expansion and S&P 500 return
[1]Jabil sells its China mobility business to BYD, acquires Intel’s Silicon Photonics business and ProcureAbility, and rejoins the S&P 500.
- 2021
Ecologic Brands acquisition
[1]Jabil acquires Ecologic Brands, expanding its sustainable-packaging activities.
- 2018
Johnson & Johnson medical-devices acquisition
[1]Jabil acquires Johnson & Johnson’s medical-devices business.
- 2017
Livingston plant closure announced
[1]Jabil announces the closure of its Livingston, United Kingdom, facility.
- 2014
Move to the S&P MidCap 400
[1]Jabil is moved from the S&P 500 Index to the S&P MidCap 400 Index.
- 2013
Nypro acquisition and leadership transition
[1]Jabil acquires Nypro and changes board and executive leadership, with Timothy Main becoming chairman and Mark Mondello becoming CEO.
- 2002
Expansion in Shanghai and Philips services
[1]Jabil acquires a Lucent Technologies factory in Shanghai and Philips contract manufacturing services.
- 2001
Intel Malaysia facility acquisition and S&P 500 inclusion
[1]Jabil acquires Intel’s manufacturing facility in Malaysia and is added to the S&P 500 Index.
Products and positioning
A global, vertically integrated electronics manufacturing and supply-chain partner for original equipment manufacturers and enterprise customers
Electronics manufacturing · 1966
Printed circuit board assemblies
Jabil’s foundational activity is the assembly, testing, and integration of printed circuit boards. These assemblies can be produced for consumer, automotive, industrial, communications, healthcare, and other original-equipment customers. The company combines surface-mount production, automated assembly, testing, engineering support, and supply-chain coordination rather than selling most boards under a consumer-facing Jabil product brand.
Systems manufacturing
Electronic systems and subassemblies
Jabil manufactures complete electronic systems and intermediate subassemblies for customers that own the final product brands. Services can include design transfer, component sourcing, mechanical integration, software or hardware validation, final assembly, testing, packaging, and distribution. The range spans technology hardware, communications equipment, industrial systems, automotive electronics, and other complex products.
Medical manufacturing · 2013
Medical and healthcare devices
Through organic development and acquisitions, including the 2018 acquisition of a Johnson & Johnson medical-devices business and the earlier Nypro expansion, Jabil supports the manufacture of healthcare and medical products. Its role may cover precision plastics, electronics, assembly, testing, regulatory production controls, and supply-chain services for healthcare customers.
Industrial manufacturing · 2013
Precision plastics and mechanical components
Jabil’s precision-manufacturing activities include plastics, metal fabrication, tooling, and mechanical components. The Nypro, Shemer Group, and related businesses expanded the company’s ability to produce tightly specified parts and assemblies for medical, industrial, consumer, and high-technology capital-equipment applications.
Consumer electronics manufacturing
Consumer-electronics components
Jabil manufactures components and assemblies used in consumer electronics supplied by other brands. Its reported production of AirPods components in India illustrates its participation in high-volume consumer-electronics programs and in the geographic diversification of electronics supply chains.
Packaging · 2015
Packaging products
Jabil expanded into food, consumer, and sustainable packaging through acquisitions including Plasticos Castella and Ecologic Brands. These operations complement the company’s electronics work by adding packaging design, materials, manufacturing, and supply-chain capabilities for consumer and industrial customers.
Optical and data technologies · 2023
Silicon photonics manufacturing
The acquisition of Intel’s Silicon Photonics business in 2023 added optical-communications and data-related manufacturing capabilities. The business supports the production and integration of photonics-related hardware used in high-bandwidth computing and communications environments.
Data-center infrastructure · 2026
Critical-power and data-center infrastructure systems
The reported acquisition of Hanley Energy Group expanded Jabil’s offering into energy management and critical-power systems for data-center infrastructure. This area connects manufacturing and engineering services with power continuity, monitoring, and infrastructure requirements in data-intensive facilities.
Controversies
2024
Investigation involving CEO Kenny Wilson
Jabil placed CEO Kenny Wilson on paid leave pending an investigation related to company policies. The company stated that the matter did not affect its financial statements or reporting. Wilson later resigned after the investigation, and CFO Michael Dastoor became CEO.
Brand decisions
2026
Acquisition of Hanley Energy GroupM&ABackground
Jabil sought to expand its role in infrastructure supporting data centers and other power-sensitive environments.
Action taken
Jabil acquired Hanley Energy Group in an all-cash transaction completed on January 2, 2026.
Aftermath
The acquisition added energy-management and critical-power systems capabilities for data-center infrastructure.
Reported transaction value. Approximately $725 million plus contingent consideration tied to future revenue targets (Transaction completed January 2, 2026)
2024
CEO succession following investigationOtherBackground
CEO Kenny Wilson took paid leave while the company investigated matters related to company policies.
Action taken
The board first appointed CFO Michael Dastoor as interim CEO; after Wilson resigned, Dastoor was named CEO.
Aftermath
The change stabilized executive succession under Dastoor, who moved from the finance leadership role to the chief executive position.
2023
Portfolio reshaping through divestiture and acquisitionsM&ABackground
Jabil continued to concentrate on technology-enabled manufacturing and supply-chain capabilities while adjusting its portfolio.
Action taken
Jabil sold its China mobility business to BYD and acquired Intel’s Silicon Photonics business and ProcureAbility.
Aftermath
The transactions reduced exposure to the divested mobility operation and added photonics and procurement capabilities.
2017
Closure of Livingston facilityStrategyBackground
Jabil adjusted its European production footprint amid changes in manufacturing demand and capacity requirements.
Action taken
The company announced that its Livingston, United Kingdom, plant would close by the end of 2017.
Aftermath
The closure affected 266 employees and ended operations at Jabil’s first European international plant.
2013
Acquisition of NyproM&ABackground
Jabil sought to broaden its manufacturing platform beyond electronics assembly and strengthen precision plastics and healthcare-related production.
Action taken
Jabil acquired Nypro, completing the transaction in July 2013.
Aftermath
The transaction expanded Jabil’s capabilities in precision plastics, medical manufacturing, and specialized product development.
1993
Public-market listingOtherBackground
Jabil had expanded beyond its early circuit-board work and required a public-company structure to support continued growth.
Action taken
Jabil listed its shares on the New York Stock Exchange.
Aftermath
The listing enabled Jabil to operate as a publicly traded global manufacturing company and pursue larger-scale expansion.
1979
Move toward high-volume automated manufacturingStrategyBackground
Jabil’s manufacturing relationship with General Motors created demand for greater volume, consistency, and production sophistication.
Action taken
The company developed a high-volume manufacturing partnership and increased investment in automation and advanced assembly technology.
Aftermath
The move helped establish the manufacturing model and technical base that later supported Jabil’s electronics-services expansion.
Recent events
Reported
Jabil and Carnival unveil Princess Medallion manufacturing partnership[3]
Jabil and Carnival Corporation partnered on manufacturing and fulfilling the Princess Medallion in the Dominican Republic; the companies officially unveiled the wearable device's manufacturing line at Jabil's Bajos de Haina facility on December 20.
Reported
Digi-Key launches 3D printing service[4]
Digi-Key introduced a 3D printing and additive manufacturing tool powered by Jabil. Customers can upload design files, receive quotes and have custom products shipped from Jabil; the service offers free shipping to customers in the U.S.
Reported
Jabil announces Mark Mondello as next board chairman[5]
Jabil announced that its board appointed CEO Mark Mondello as chairman, effective November 1, 2021, in a planned transition from Timothy Main.
Reported
Jabil announces development of omnidirectional sensor[6]
Jabil announced that its optical design center in Jena is developing a 3D time-of-flight omnidirectional sensor for robotic and industrial platforms.
Reported
Jabil opens medical manufacturing plant in the Dominican Republic[7]
Jabil opened a healthcare manufacturing facility in the Dominican Republic to produce precision medical products, including COVID-19 test kits.
Reported
Jabil announces expansion of paper packaging production capacity[8]
Jabil announced a $25 million investment in its subsidiary Ecologic's Manteca, California, location and plans to build a paper bottle plant at its Sustainability Center of Excellence in Tortosa, Spain. The expansion is intended to increase packaging capacity for North American and European markets.
Reported
Eaton selects Jabil for electronics manufacturing[9]
Eaton announced that its eMobility business selected Jabil as a partner to produce electromechanical and printed circuit board assemblies.
Sources9 sources
- 1Jabilen.wikipedia.org
- 2Jabil official websitejabil.com
- 3Jabil 与 Carnival 揭幕 Princess Medallion 制造合作iconnect007.com
- 4Digi-Key推出3D打印服务prnewswire.com
- 5Jabil宣布Mark Mondello将接任董事会主席finanznachrichten.de
- 6Jabil宣布开发全向传感器iconnect007.com
- 7Jabil在多米尼加共和国开设医疗制造工厂canplastics.com
- 8Jabil宣布扩大纸质包装产能finanznachrichten.de
- 9伊顿选择捷普提供电子制造服务finanznachrichten.de
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