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Chrysler Belvidere Plant and Supplier Workers Impacted by Past or Present Layoffs

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Information About Local Programs

Pre-layoff workshops will be scheduled as layoffs occur.  Check back for more information on upcoming pre-layoff workshops.

Training money is available to former Chrysler employees through the Workforce Connection, an Illinois workNet Center.  Former Chrysler employees interested in enrolling in college courses or other training programs to acquire new jobs skills should contact:

Rock Valley College Dislocated Worker Program, an Illinois workNet Partner.
Website: http://www.rockvalleycollege.edu/Community/dwp.cfm./ External link opens in a new window
Phone: 815-921-2200 (press 3 for eligibility information)
Address: 303 North Main Street, Rockford, IL 61114
Parking: There is free parking available in the parking ramp via the Wyman Street entrance.
Hours of Operation:
Monday through Thursday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. and Fridays 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

For additional information and resources visit or contact:

The Workforce Connection - Belvidere an Illinois workNet Center
Website: http://www.theworkforceconnection.org/ External link opens in a new window
Phone: (815) 547-9616 or TTY: (815) 547-0253
Address: 998 Belvidere Road, Belvidere, IL 61008
Parking: There is free parking available.
Hours of Operation:
Monday - Thursday 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. and Fridays 8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Chrysler Web Page and Frequently Asked Questions

 The Chrysler Restructuring Web Page External link opens in a new windowcontains additional information, including important phone number, press releases, and information for customers, employees, retirees, and suppliers.

 Frequently Asked Questions for U.S. Non-bargaining Unit Employees (PDF) Link opens in a new window is an eight (8) page document addressing questions unit employees may have regarding closings, including the specific plants which are closing and how employees are directly impacted.

Frequently Asked Questions for U.S. Non-bargaining Unit Retirees (PDF) Link opens in a new window is a five (5) page document addressing questions retirees of Chrysler may have, including the affects of the closings on pension plans, medical benefits, and more.

Frequently Asked Questions for Suppliers (PDF) Link opens in a new window is a four (4) page document addressing questions suppliers may have regarding closings, including the effects on goods and services provided by suppliers and more.

Frequently Asked Questions for Customers (PDF) Link opens in a new window is a four (4) page document addressing questions customers may have regarding closings, including the impact of the closings on Chrysler, Dodge, and Jeep customers.

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