John Deere Hiring 400+ Workers in Iowa, Illinois and Kansas
US hiring 2026: John Deere will hire more than 400 factory and parts workers in Iowa, Illinois and Kansas and recall 275+ laid-off staff.
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- John Deere said on 30 October 2026 it plans to add 400+ workers in the coming months.
- The jobs are at factories and a parts distribution centre in Iowa, Illinois and Kansas.
- More than 275 laid-off workers from Waterloo, Iowa, are also being called back.
- Deere says it has made about 1,000 recall offers since 2024.
| Country | USA |
|---|---|
| Organization | Deere & Company (John Deere) |
| Official source | El Cronista – John Deere to hire 400+ and recall 275+ workers ✓ cronista.com |
US hiring 2026 gets a lift from farm machinery giant John Deere. In a statement on 30 October 2026, the company said it plans to take on 400+ new workers at factories and a parts centre in Iowa, Illinois and Kansas over the next few months. It is also calling back more than 275 laid-off workers in Waterloo, Iowa.
Which John Deere sites are hiring?
| State | Facility |
|---|---|
| Illinois | Harvester Works, East Moline |
| Illinois | Seeding and Cylinder Works, Moline |
| Illinois | North American Parts Distribution Center, Milan |
| Iowa | Davenport Works |
| Iowa | Dubuque Works |
| Iowa | Ottumwa Works |
| Kansas | Coffeyville Works |
Deere has not said how many of the 400+ roles will go to each site, and it has not published pay rates or start dates.
Who is being recalled?
On top of the new hires, Deere is recalling more than 275 employees at its Waterloo, Iowa operations who lost their jobs in earlier layoffs. The company says this means everyone still laid off in Waterloo, the Quad Cities, Ottumwa and Dubuque has now been called back. Roughly 125 people near Des Moines are still laid off.
Deere says it has made around 1,000 recall offers since 2024. It describes the latest staffing increase as a way to be ready to meet customer demand under different conditions, including future labour negotiations.
What jobs are likely?
The new roles are in industrial and parts distribution operations, so expect openings such as:
- Assemblers and production workers
- Welders and machine operators
- Material handlers and forklift drivers
- Warehouse and parts pickers
- Maintenance technicians
Check each job advert for exact duties, shifts and requirements.
How do I apply?
Search and apply on the official John Deere careers site. Filter by city (for example Moline, Davenport, Dubuque, Ottumwa or Coffeyville) to find roles at the hiring sites. Laid-off Waterloo workers will be contacted directly by the company.
What it means for job seekers
- Manufacturing is hiring in the Midwest. Deere joins other big employers adding factory jobs this year.
- Apply early. Recalls and new hires happen over a few months, so the first applications are often reviewed first.
- Highlight hands-on skills. Welding, forklift and assembly experience are valuable for these roles.
- Foreign applicants: most hourly factory roles require existing US work authorisation, so check each listing.
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Frequently asked questions
How many people is John Deere hiring?
More than 400 new workers over the coming months, plus over 275 laid-off Waterloo employees being called back.
Which John Deere sites are hiring?
Harvester Works, Seeding and Cylinder Works and the parts centre in Milan, Illinois; Davenport, Dubuque and Ottumwa Works in Iowa; and Coffeyville Works in Kansas.
Has John Deere said what the jobs pay?
No. The company has not published salaries or how many roles go to each site.
How do I apply for John Deere jobs?
Through the official John Deere careers site, jobs.deere.com, where you can search by location.
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