New EV manufacturing facility to be built in Tuscarawas County 

Schaeffler, a company who in the field of motion technology, will build a new EV manufacturing facility in Dover, bringing 650 jobs and $54 million in associated payroll to Wayne and Tuscarawas counties.

“Ohio has always been home to the leading edge of automotive technology, and today’s announcement is further proof that Ohio will continue to dominate in this field,” Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine said. “Schaeffler is already established in Ohio, and we welcome their decision to expand here to support our growing and thriving electric vehicle ecosystem.

Schaeffler currently operates a manufacturing facility in nearby Wooster and an automotive aftermarket operation in Strongsville. The company is a global manufacturer of high-precision components and systems for engines and transmissions. The company’s new facility in Dover will manufacture electric beam axles and electric drivetrain systems to support the hybrid/EV industry.

The 650 new jobs will be spread out between the Wooster and Dover locations. The state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Dover will offer various employee amenities and developmental opportunities. The company expects to break ground in mid-2024 and open in quarter three of 2025.

“Forward-looking companies like Schaeffler understand the value and advantages of doing business in Ohio,” Ohio Lt. Governor Jon Husted said. “In addition to promoting innovation, this project creates hundreds of quality jobs to be filled by Ohioans living in the region, helping to bring about a brighter future for the families and communities in Wayne and Tuscarawas counties.”