Manufacturing in Mexico Made Simple with Tecma Shelter Services

Set up manufacturing operations in Mexico in as little as 90 days with Tecma’s shelter services for manufacturers. Tecma handles the legal, administrative, and operational complexities so you can focus on production.

With Tecma, Shelter manufacturing in Mexico is fast, simple, and profitable.

Set Up Manufacturing in Mexico

Nearshore to Mexico and launch in as little as 90 Days.

Tecma Shelter Services helps global manufacturers set up manufacturing facilities across Mexico with ease by providing the support and infrastructure needed to move from planning to production. Tecma shelter services help manage legal, administrative, workforce, compliance, and operational requirements, allowing you to focus on manufacturing growth and production.

With rising tariffs and increased production costs, nearshoring to Mexico offers a strategic advantage for companies seeking to expand production in North America.

Tecma manufacturing facility in Mexico

How to Start Manufacturing in Mexico

  • 1. Analyze Costs and Production Requirements

    The IMMEX Program is essential for establishing and managing manufacturing operations in Mexico. A shelter model can provide a clear cost structure or proforma, covering key expenses like cross-border transportation, utilities, rent, salaries, taxes, and permits.

  • 2. Site Selection

    After selecting a manufacturing location in Mexico, the next step is choosing your entry model. A shelter service offers the fastest setup (90 days), while a standalone subsidiary takes over a year and suits larger operations.

  • 3. Register Mexican Entity

    Setting up a legal entity in Mexico requires obtaining an RFC and completing a lengthy registration process, typically with the guidance of a lawyer. The process includes opening bank accounts and registering with Mexico’s tax authority (SAT). Once the legal entity is established, companies must then apply for the IMMEX Program, which can be a lengthy process and may take more than a year to complete.

  • 4. Apply For IMMEX Program and Certifications

    Under the IMMEX Program, approval is typically fastest through a shelter model, while a standalone setup can take over a year. With contract manufacturing, required certifications are typically already in place.

  • 5. Hire and Launch

    Hire key leadership roles, such as a plant manager, along with essential staff to train employees. Define clear job descriptions for administrative, direct, and indirect positions, and implement a structured ramp-up plan. Ensure full compliance with Mexican Federal Labor Law throughout the hiring and onboarding process.

Where to Manufacture in Mexico – Manufacturing Site Selection

Choosing the Right Location for Manufacturing and Distribution in Mexico

Selecting the right manufacturing location in Mexico is an important part of establishing a successful operation. Each region offers distinct advantages based on the industry, workforce needs, proximity to the U.S. market, transportation requirements, and supply chain strategy. Border markets such as Tijuana and Ciudad Juárez provide close access to the United States and efficient cross-border logistics, while Monterrey offers advanced industrial capabilities and a strong manufacturing workforce. The Bajío region provides established manufacturing clusters, skilled labor, and access to major transportation networks.

For companies seeking to nearshore or expand manufacturing in Mexico, selecting the right manufacturing location can improve supply chain efficiency and promote growth. Tecma helps manufacturers evaluate regional advantages and identify the location that best fits their operational needs.

How Do Shelter Services Work?

Under the shelter program, Tecma provides core shelter services and benefits to companies seeking to set up manufacturing operations in Mexico. You provide the raw materials, machinery, and manufacturing expertise, while Tecma handles all the complexities of doing business in Mexico through our shelter services.

  • Full Service Human Resources and Payroll Services
  • Complete Logistics Management
  • Federal, State and City Government Compliance
  • Transportation Services
  • Site Selection Service
  • Import and Export Management
  • Federal, State and City Tax Accounting
  • Environmental, Health and Safety Management

From China to Mexico: Nearshoring Strategy

Moving Manufacturing from China to Mexico

Rising labor costs, increasing tariffs, geopolitical uncertainty, and extended shipping times have led manufacturers worldwide to rethink their manufacturing strategies. Manufacturing in Mexico has emerged as one of the most attractive alternatives by combining competitive operating costs, a highly skilled workforce, modern manufacturing infrastructure, and direct access to the North American market. Companies that relocate production from China to Mexico are not only reducing costs, but they are also building more resilient supply chains, shortening lead times, and improving their ability to respond to customer demand. If you are looking to relocate from China to Mexico, Tecma provides the experience and infrastructure to make your Mexico nearshoring transition efficient, compliant, and low-risk.

Why Choose Tecma

For over 40 years, global manufacturers across various industries have trusted Tecma to launch and operate manufacturing operations in Mexico. Tecma shelter services provide expertise, infrastructure, and operational support needed to enter the Mexico manufacturing market while reducing the complexity of managing local administrative and compliance requirements.

From site selection and workforce support to customs, compliance, and ongoing operations, Tecma helps manufacturers move from planning to production and build a competitive presence in Mexico.

Our experience

TECMA in Numbers

40+

years in business

10M

sqft of occupied manufacturing space

90+

manufacturing company clients

Get started with the right Shelter Manufacturing Partner to streamline your path to Mexico.

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Tecma’s guidance and advise has help us achieve our 10 year anniversary operating in Mexico

Robin Therme

President of CIVCO Medical Solutions

Tecma was highly recommended to us by numerous people from the Industry.

Mike Szymanski

CEO SEACOMP

Modineer Group, World Class Metal Components opens plant #10 in Ciudad Juarez.

Edward Hamilton

CEO Modineer Group

We are not Tecma’s largest customer, but we feel that they treat us as though we are.

Tom St. John

President of AMCOR Service Solutions

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We chose Tecma because the company offers services that provide what we needed to begin and support an ongoing Mexican manufacturing operation.

Lora Givler

Vice president of Operations of Portage Electric Inc.

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Tecma’s knowledge of Ciudad Juarez for site selection relative to labor availability, security and cost-effectiveness was outstanding.

Michael McVey

Vice President of CIVCO Medical Solutions

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I highly recommend the Tecma Group as a partner for the manufacturing industry. We have been working with Tecma for over 15 years, and we’ve had a really good experience. Tecma’s been a really good partner for us to navigate the system of Mexico and allow us to focus on what we do well, which is manufacturing.

Tanner Croper

CEO BioSkin

What do you need to Start a Shelter Operation in Mexico?

Setting up manufacturing operations in Mexico is simplified with Tecma.
The process typically involves only a few steps and about 30-90 days between contract signing and becoming fully operational and manufacturing in Mexico.

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