About Us

Over 40 Years of Innovative Framing, Truss, and Lumber Solutions

At JL Schwieters Construction, we provide turnkey framing solutions for residential and commercial buildings. We specialize in the manufacturing, delivery, and installation of building components ensuring a seamless experience from start to finish, eliminating the hassle of dealing with multiple contacts.

We are a family-owned and operated business that treats every client like one of our own. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in the highest quality craftsmanship and professionalism we bring to every project.

OUR HISTORY

1980

JL Schwieters was founded by John & Leo Schwieters in 1980. Today, John remains the sole owner, and has grown the company to over 400 employees.
1984

In 1984, J Schwieters celebrated the signing of our first Commercial Project, diversifying our portfolio to include both Residential & Commercial projects.
1995

In 1995, John purchased Builders Equipment Company (BEC) - a Pettibone Forklift Dealer. Purchasing BEC allows us to provide the latest and greatest forklifts & equipment on all of our job sites.
1998

Pioneering the way, we started Component Manufacturing in 1998. With the purchase of our first CNC Saw, we began cutting stair stringers & building Stair Components.
1999

Home Sweet Hugo - with direct access to the railway spur and room to grow operations, John made Hugo, MN home. Utilizing precut stringers, we were able to offer Stair Components on our job sites.
2002

In 2002, our first bundle of wall panels went out to a job site. Having an in-house installation team was instrumental in allowing us to develop a perfected process of providing Wall Panel Packages to our customers.
2003

In 2003, JL Schwieters celebrated the opening of our first facility - our Wall Panel Manufacturing Shop. We also celebrated receiving our first railway car of material. Today, we receive multiple railcars of material a week.
2005

J Schwieters celebrated the opening of our In-House Lumberyard, the 4th DE building on our Campus. Keeping the resource in-house helps us meet our goal of providing our customers with one point of contact for all their framing contracting needs.
2017

JL Schwieters introduced Floor Panels to our Residential Job Sites in 2017.With a few ears and persistent design development, Floor Panels were approved for Commercial Job Sites as well.
2019

With the opening of our newest facility, we expanded into Truss Manufacturing. With all our resources in-house, we are able to provide Turnkey Framing Solutions to Builders & Contractors in the Metro.
2022

Dedicated to leading industry standards, JL Schwieters is expecting to grow into an additional facility projected to open in 2023.

Meet Our Team

Pat Schwieters

GENERAL MANAGER
Pat joined JL Schwieters in 2011 in the Sales Department. With over 20 years in management roles in the construction industry, Pat was promoted to General Manager in 2017. Pat graduated from the University of Minnesota with a degree in Construction Management. Pat is involved with day to day operations, as well as overseeing strategic planning for opening of the new Truss Division. In his free time, Pat enjoys hunting and spending time with his wife and two boys.
Blake Schwieters

PLANT MANAGER
Blake has been with JL Schwieters since 2013. Blake graduated from Purdue University with a degree in Mechanical Engineering. Blake oversees all prefab operations in Hugo including supervision of employees, managing safety, track and organize project information and maintain costs per budget. Blake also helps implement strategies for continuous improvement, including the new truss division.
Jim Wenker

PRODUCTION MANAGER
Jim has over 35 years of experience with JL Schwieters, joining the team in 1984. Jim started as a Field Carpenter, working his way up to a Field Manager, and is currently a Production Manager. Jim coordinates between designers and foremen in the field to ensure compliance with architectural design, service quality, and productivity. Jim’s vast experience in the field makes him the “go to” for new foremen in the field.
Cory Hemme

TRUSS OPERATIONS MANAGER
Cory joined JL Schwieters in 2018 but brings over 20 years of experience in the truss industry. Cory received his degree in Architectural Construction Technology and Estimating from St. Cloud Technical College. Cory has experience in truss design, sales and operation management. At JL Schwieters, Cory works alongside our production team to grow a detailed design team to offer a well-designed truss package.
Ryan Spanier

PRODUCTION MANAGER
Ryan has 20 years of experience working at JL Schwieters, starting in 1999. Ryan graduated from St. John’s University with a degree in Social Sciences. Ryan joined JL Schwieters as a Personnel Director and has moved his way to Production Manager. Ryan oversees the documentation and progression of each job site, coordinating all activities to ensure jobs are done on time and within budget.
Leslie Grays

ACCOUNTING MANAGER
Leslie brings over 30 years of experience with JL Schwieters, starting in 1989. Leslie joined JL Schwieters as the first administrative personnel and has watched the company grow and is now the Accounting Manager. She oversees all of the accounting responsibilities including Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Payroll and many more. Leslie is a huge sports fan, but her favorite is watching her daughter play soccer.
Kyle Shufelt

SAFETY DIRECTOR
Kyle joined JL Schwieters in 1993 as a field carpenter, after completing the Carpentry Program at Dakota County Technical College. Kyle earned his Advanced Safety Certificate from The National Safety Council in 1998. The U.S. Department of Labor recognizes him as an OSHA Construction Outreach Trainer. Kyle enjoys being part of an organization with such a strong commitment to the safety and health of its employees.