EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WEVV) — An automotive components manufacturer plans to close its Evansville facility by the end of 2026, a move that will eliminate more than 260 jobs.
RESRG Automotive notified state officials that it will permanently close its plant at 601 N. Congress Ave.. The closure will result in the elimination of 266 positions, including 212 hourly and 54 salaried roles.
The company expects the plant to be fully closed by Dec. 31, 2026. RESRG plans to implement the closure in five phases beginning in June 2026:
- Phase 1 (June 6-19): Initial reductions include quality technicians, shipping material handlers, and assembly supervisors.
- Phase 2 (July 1-14): Approximately 22 positions, primarily production operators.
- Phase 3 (Aug. 1-14): Approximately 14 positions.
- Phase 4 (Oct. 1-14): Approximately 37 positions.
- Phase 5 (Dec. 18-31): The final phase impacts 161 employees, including 105 technicians and 25 salaried staff members.
The affected workers are not represented by a union and do not have bumping rights. Company officials stated they will offer affected employees the opportunity to seek employment at other RESRG Automotive facilities…