John Deere Announces Plans to Close Ottumwa Works Facility, Job Losses Expected
John Deere has announced plans to close its Ottumwa Works facility, a move estimated by the city to result in the loss of approximately 400 jobs.
Ottumwa Kirksville, IA, November 4, 2026 —
John Deere has announced its intention to close its Ottumwa Works manufacturing facility. The company’s decision is projected by city officials to lead to the loss of approximately 400 jobs in the region.
Details regarding the specific timeline for the closure or the reasons behind the decision were not provided in the initial announcement. The Ottumwa Works facility is a key industrial site, and its closure represents a significant event for the local economy.
City representatives have stated that the estimated number of jobs affected by the closure is around 400. The contractor’s name, responsible for managing any transition or related services, was not provided. Furthermore, the outcome of any recent inspections or the status of code violations, if any, at the facility were not made public. The amount of any potential fines or the specific dates of these events are also not detailed.
The impact of the closure on the local workforce and the broader community is a subject of concern following the announcement. Information concerning the company’s future plans for the Ottumwa site or potential support for affected employees was not available at the time of reporting.
Story summarized from the original created by KYLE OCKER Editor on www.ottumwacourier.com, see more information here.
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