OPmobility to establish an automotive facility in Riverside, creating more than 100 new jobs

OPmobility, a global leader in sustainable mobility solutions and supplier to major automotive companies, announced today that it will establish an automotive facility in Riverside, creating more than 100 new jobs. 

“OPmobility’s investment in Riverside is a strong vote of confidence in Missouri’s workforce, business climate, and automotive manufacturing sector,” said Governor Mike Kehoe. “Projects like this create quality jobs, strengthen local economies, and reinforce Missouri’s reputation as a destination where global companies can grow, innovate, and thrive.”

This new 213,000-square-foot leased facility in Riverside grows OPmobility’s North American manufacturing footprint while strengthening its ability to serve customers across the Midwest and broader U.S. market. The Kansas City region’s central location, with 90% of the contiguous U.S. reachable in two days or less by truck, provides efficient access to customers and markets across the country.

“This investment marks an important step in the continued growth of OPmobility’s operations in North America,” said Christophe Marceau, Executive Vice-President and President of the Exterior & Lighting Business Group at OPmobility. “By establishing this new facility in Riverside, we will strengthen our ability to serve our customers with greater proximity and responsiveness, while creating more than 100 jobs in the Kansas City region. We look forward to becoming part of a dynamic automotive ecosystem and contributing to the region’s long-term economic development.”

OPmobility, a France-based company, develops and manufactures solutions across the mobility value chain, including vehicle exterior and lighting systems, complex modules, energy storage, and battery and hydrogen electrification. New jobs added as part of OPmobility’s expansion will pay an average wage well above the county average.

“Missouri continues to provide the workforce, resources, and business environment companies need to thrive,” said Michelle Hataway, Director of the Missouri Department of Economic Development. “OPmobility's expansion in Riverside will create more than 100 new jobs, bring new opportunities to the area, and directly support our mission of helping Missourians prosper.”

A longstanding legacy in transportation manufacturing has helped establish Kansas City as a major automotive hub, a $5.3 billion regional industry supporting more than 20,000 jobs. The region is home to major manufacturers including Ford, General Motors, and Goodyear, alongside more than 100 automotive suppliers.

For this expansion, OPmobility will benefit from the Missouri Works Program, a tool that helps companies expand and retain workers by providing access to capital through withholdings or tax credits for job creation. OPmobility is estimated to receive $2,149,143 through the Missouri Works Program subject to verification of program requirements. The company may receive assistance from Missouri One Start, a division of the Department of Economic Development. Missouri One Start assists eligible businesses with their recruitment and training needs.

What Others are Saying

“Missouri is home to the talent, infrastructure, and industry expertise that advanced manufacturers need to compete in a rapidly evolving global marketplace,” said Subash Alias, CEO of Missouri Partnership. “As a leader in sustainable mobility solutions, OPmobility represents the next generation of automotive innovation. Its investment reinforces Missouri's position as a destination for companies developing the technologies and manufacturing solutions that will shape the future of mobility.”

“OPmobility’s investment underscores what makes Kansas City a top 15 U.S. industrial market and a powerful hub for the automotive industry,” said Chris Gutierrez, President of KC SmartPort, the industrial-focused initiative of the Kansas City Area Development Council (KCADC). “More than 760,000 vehicles are produced here each year, backed by a deep supplier network, skilled workforce and the infrastructure to move products efficiently across North America. It’s an ecosystem built to help companies grow.”

“OPmobility’s decision to locate in Riverside is another confirmation that our approach to economic development continues to benefit our community, the State of Missouri, and the broader Kansas City region,” said Riverside Mayor Kathy Rose. “The company will quickly learn that Riverside is a responsive partner that will help OPmobility achieve the success that so many of our other great companies have seen since they located in our city.”

About OPmobility

OPmobility is a world leader in sustainable mobility and a technology partner to mobility players worldwide. Driven by innovation since its creation in 1946, the Group is today composed of four complementary Business Groups that enable it to offer its customers a wide range of solutions: exterior and lighting systems, complex modules, energy storage systems, and battery and hydrogen electrification solutions. OPmobility also offers its customers an activity dedicated to the development of software, OP’nSoft. 

To learn more about OPmobility, visit opmobility.com.

About the Missouri Department of Economic Development

The Missouri Department of Economic Development (DED) works to create an environment that encourages economic growth by supporting Missouri’s businesses and diverse industries, strengthening our communities, developing a talented and skilled workforce, and maintaining a high quality of life. As one team built around the customer and driven by data, DED aspires to be the best economic development department in the Midwest. Through its various initiatives, DED is helping create opportunities for Missourians to prosper.

For the latest updates on DED’s current or future programs and initiatives, visit DED’s website.

About the Missouri Works Program

As the state’s number one incentive tool for expansion and retention, the Missouri Works Program helps businesses access capital through withholdings or tax credits to embark on facility expansions and create jobs. This program can also help businesses purchase equipment to maintain its facility in Missouri.

About Missouri One Start

Missouri One Start is the state’s premier workforce recruitment and training division. It helps eligible businesses of all sizes stay competitive by providing customized recruitment assistance, along with resources to train and upskill new and existing employees. Its recruitment strategies and training programs are tailored to the specific workforce needs of the businesses it serves.

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