John Deere Announces Two New U.S. Facilities, Expands American Manufacturing

MOLINE, Ill. — John Deere announced plans to expand its U.S. manufacturing footprint with the opening of two new domestic facilities, reinforcing the company’s long-standing commitment to American industry, innovation, and job creation. The expansion includes a new distribution center near Hebron, Indiana, and a state-of-the-art excavator factory in Kernersville, North Carolina, both expected to open within the next year.

The investment reflects John Deere’s broader strategy to strengthen its U.S.-based supply chain while relocating key manufacturing operations from overseas to domestic campuses. Notably, the Kernersville facility will produce the only excavator designed, developed, and manufactured entirely in the United States.

Courtesy: Photo by John Deere“Our investment in these new facilities underscores John Deere’s dedication to strengthening the backbone of American industry and supporting local economies,” said John May, chairman and chief executive officer of John Deere. “We believe in building America, and these projects represent our intent to continue driving innovation and job creation in the United States.“

Indiana Expansion Strengthens Supply Chain

John Deere recently broke ground on its new distribution center near Hebron, Indiana, a location chosen for its central position and strong workforce. The facility is designed to enhance nationwide supply chain operations, ensuring faster and more reliable delivery of equipment and parts across multiple customer segments.

The Indiana project is expected to create approximately 150 jobs and support John Deere customers across agriculture, turf, construction, forestry, and mining markets.

“This new facility is an investment in customer expectations around world class product support through parts availability for our US based ag, turf, construction, forestry, mining and turf customers,” said Denver Caldwell, vice president, Aftermarket and Customer Support. “Indiana’s strong workforce and central location make it an ideal choice for expansion.”

John Deere will continue operating its primary North American Parts Distribution Center in Milan, Illinois, which has been in service since 1973 and employs approximately 1,200 workers.

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Kernersville Factory Brings Excavator Production Home

In North Carolina, John Deere will invest $70 million to construct a new excavator factory at its Kernersville campus. The facility will leverage advanced manufacturing technologies to produce next-generation excavators for the construction market and will take over production previously based in Japan.

The new factory is expected to employ more than 150 people and play a key role in meeting growing equipment demand while reinforcing domestic manufacturing capabilities.

“We are excited to bring this new facility to our Kernersville campus and to be part of the region’s thriving manufacturing community,“ said Ryan Campbell, president Worldwide Construction and Forestry and Power Systems. “Our focus will be on delivering excellence, creating jobs, and advancing the legacy of John Deere in American manufacturing.”

Long-Term Commitment to U.S. Manufacturing

Company leadership emphasized that the two new facilities are part of a broader, long-term investment strategy aimed at strengthening U.S. manufacturing capacity and economic growth.

“These investments further demonstrate our commitment to invest $20B in U.S. manufacturing over the next 10 years,” May said. “It is a testament to our confidence in the future of U.S. manufacturing and our unwavering commitment to innovation, quality, and economic growth.”

With these projects, John Deere is expected to create hundreds of new American jobs while expanding its ability to serve customers and support local economies across the Midwest and Southeast.

Originally reported by Deere.Com

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John Deere to open new US distribution and excavator manufacturing facilities

John Deere has announced plans to open two new US-based facilities, expanding its domestic manufacturing and supply chain operations as part of a broader commitment to American industry.

The company will build a new distribution centre near Hebron, Indiana, and a $70m excavator manufacturing facility in Kernersville, North Carolina, with both sites expected to open within the next year. Together, the projects are set to create more than 300 jobs.

The Indiana distribution centre will support parts and equipment delivery across John Deere’s US operations and is expected to employ around 150 people. The company said the site was selected for its central location and access to a skilled workforce, complementing its long-established North American Parts Distribution Center in Milan, Illinois, which employs approximately 1,200 people.

In North Carolina, John Deere will open a new excavator factory at its Kernersville campus, bringing production previously based in Japan to the US. The facility will produce what the company says will be the only excavator designed, developed, and manufactured entirely in the United States, employing more than 150 people.

John May, chairman and chief executive officer of John Deere, said the investments reflect the company’s long-term confidence in US manufacturing and form part of a wider $20bn commitment to domestic manufacturing investment over the next decade.

The expansions are intended to strengthen John Deere’s manufacturing capabilities, improve customer support, and support growing demand across its construction, agriculture, forestry, and mining markets.

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John Deere Announces Major Expansion With Two New United States Facilities : CEG

In keeping with its tradition of building America, John Deere announced plans to open two new U.S.-based facilities: a distribution center near Hebron, Ind., and an excavator factory in Kernersville, N.C., both set to open in the next year.

“Our investment in these new facilities underscores John Deere’s dedication to strengthening the backbone of American industry and supporting local economies,” said John May, chairman and chief executive officer of John Deere. “We believe in building America, and these projects represent our intent to continue driving innovation and job creation in the United States.”

New Distribution Center in Ind.

John Deere recently broke ground on a new distribution center near Hebron, Ind., located to enhance its supply chain capabilities nationwide, according to the company. This facility will be designed to streamline operations and ensure timely delivery of equipment and parts. The Indiana project is anticipated to generate employment opportunities with approximately 150 jobs, contributing to the state’s economic growth.

“This new facility is an investment in customer expectations around world class product support through parts availability for our US based ag, turf, construction, forestry, mining and turf customers,” said Denver Caldwell, vice president of aftermarket and customer support. “Indiana’s strong workforce and central location make it an ideal choice for expansion.”

John Deere will continue to maintain its primary North American parts distribution center in Milan, Ill., which has been in operation since 1973 and employs approximately 1,200 people.

Kernersville, N.C. Excavator Factory

The new $70 million factory in Kernersville, N.C., will bolster John Deere’s manufacturing capabilities, leveraging new technology to produce excavators for the construction market. The North Carolina factory will assume production of future generation excavators previously produced in Japan.

This facility will employ more than 150 people and will help meet equipment demand and strengthen the company’s commitment to manufacturing within the United States.

“We are excited to bring this new facility to our Kernersville campus and to be part of the region’s thriving manufacturing community,” said Ryan Campbell, president of worldwide construction, forestry and power systems. “Our focus will be on delivering excellence, creating jobs and advancing the legacy of John Deere in American manufacturing.”

Building America

With the opening of these two facilities, John Deere will create hundreds of new jobs in the United States, further supporting local communities and advancing our mission to build a stronger America.

“These investments further demonstrate our commitment to invest $20 billion in U.S. manufacturing over the next 10 years,” May said. “It is a testament to our confidence in the future of U.S. manufacturing and our unwavering commitment to innovation, quality and economic growth.”

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John Deere Announces Major Expansion with Two New U.S. Facilities Coming

Expansion builds on Deere’s and President Trump’s Commitment to U.S. Manufacturing

What it means:

• NEW American Jobs
• The Kernersville Campus moved Manufacturing / Production from Overseas (Japan) to America
• The Kernersville campus will produce the ONLY excavator designed, developed, and manufactured in the U.S.

In keeping with our strong tradition of building America, we are excited to announce plans to open two new U.S.-based facilities: a state-of-the-art distribution center near Hebron, Indiana, and a cutting-edge excavator factory in Kernersville, North Carolina, both set to open in the next year.

“Our investment in these new facilities underscores John Deere’s dedication to strengthening the backbone of American industry and supporting local economies,” said John May, chairman and chief executive officer of John Deere. “We believe in building America, and these projects represent our intent to continue driving innovation and job creation in the United States.“

Expanding in Indiana: New Distribution Center

John Deere recently broke ground on a new distribution center near Hebron, Indiana, strategically located to enhance our supply chain capabilities nationwide. This facility will be designed to streamline operations and ensure timely delivery of equipment and parts. The Indiana project is anticipated to generate significant employment opportunities with approximately 150 jobs, contributing to the state’s economic growth.

“This new facility is an investment in customer expectations around world class product support through parts availability for our US based ag, turf, construction, forestry, mining and turf customers,” said Denver Caldwell, vice president, Aftermarket and Customer Support. “Indiana’s strong workforce and central location make it an ideal choice for expansion.”

John Deere will continue to maintain its primary North American Parts Distribution Center in Milan, Illinois, which has been in operation since 1973 and employs about 1,200 people.

Kernersville, North Carolina: New Excavator Factory

The new $70M factory in Kernersville, North Carolina, will bolster John Deere’s manufacturing capabilities, leveraging advanced technologies to produce industry leading excavators for the construction market. The North Carolina factory will assume production of future generation excavators previously produced in Japan.

This facility will employ over 150 people and will help meet equipment demand and strengthen our commitment to U.S. manufacturing innovation.

“We are excited to bring this new facility to our Kernersville campus and to be part of the region’s thriving manufacturing community,“ said Ryan Campbell, president Worldwide Construction and Forestry and Power Systems. “Our focus will be on delivering excellence, creating jobs, and advancing the legacy of John Deere in American manufacturing.”

Building America: Impact and Commitment

With the opening of these two facilities, John Deere will create hundreds of new U.S. jobs, further supporting local communities and advancing our mission to build a stronger America.

“These investments further demonstrate our commitment to invest $20B in U.S. manufacturing over the next 10 years,” May said. “It is a testament to our confidence in the future of U.S. manufacturing and our unwavering commitment to innovation, quality, and economic growth.”

About Deere & Company

It doesn’t matter if you’ve never driven a tractor, mowed a lawn, or operated a dozer. With John Deere’s role in helping produce food, fiber, fuel, and infrastructure, we work for every single person on the planet. It all started nearly 200 years ago with a steel plow. Today, John Deere drives innovation in agriculture, construction, forestry, turf, power systems, and more.

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