Stellantis to reopen Belvidere plant, create 3,300 new jobs

Stellantis has announced a $613 million capital investment in its Belvidere plant, which will create 3,300 jobs.

The investment will support two new vehicle lines, including the Jeep Compass and the Jeep Cherokee. ​ ​

Gov. JB Pritzker called the move “a major win for Illinois workers, our economy, and the future of American manufacturing.”

“Bringing back the Belvidere plant and creating 3,300 good-paying jobs demonstrates the skill, dedication, and productivity of Illinois’ workforce,” Pritzker said.

Stellantis’ investment reflects the state’s “commitment to making Illinois a hub for the next generation of automotive innovation,” he said.

Since before the Belvidere plant closed in 2023, the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity has been working with Stellantis to develop an aggressive incentive package to reopen the facility and re-hire autoworkers.

“This investment will anchor long-term economic growth, support local communities, and provide opportunities for workers and families who have historically been left behind,” Pritzker said. “We’ve worked closely with Stellantis and local partners, like the United Auto Workers, to ensure this investment delivers real benefits to Illinois, including strong jobs, thriving communities, and a strengthened economy. Illinois is proving that when we partner with industry and invest in our people, we can lead the nation in innovation, economic growth, and high-quality manufacturing jobs.”