MARCY, N.Y. — Semikron Danfoss plans to ramp-down production at its facility in Marcy as part of a controlled scale-down over the remainder of the year as dwindling customer demand and shifts in governmental policy continue to negatively affect the electric vehicle (EV) industry, the company said.
“This was an incredibly difficult decision, company President Dominic Dorfner said in a statement. “We deeply value the contributions of our Utica team. However, we must act to ensure the long-term sustainability of our global operations by consolidating production.”
Semikron Danfoss said the Utica–area facility, which has been a key part of its North American manufacturing operations, has experienced a significant reduction in orders as demand for power electronics components declines with the EV industry slowdown. The federal government, under the new administration, has also taken steps to eliminate or reduce tax credits for buying EVs.
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Semikron Danfoss officials stated they will support affected employees through the downsizing, offering severance packages, career counseling, and job-placement assistance.
Semikron Danfoss did not state how many employees are losing their jobs in the move. The website of WKTV reported that 30 people lost their jobs Wednesday, citing Oneida County officials.
Area economic-development officials are monitoring the situation closely.
“We are concerned by the recent announcement from Semikron Danfoss regarding the reduction of operations at their Utica facility,” Mohawk Valley EDGE President Shawna Papale said in a statement. “We recognize the challenges this presents for the affected employees and their families.”
EDGE is working with Empire State Development and the state to respond to the downsizing and working with regional workforce-development partners to give impacted employees support including job-placement assistance, retraining opportunities, and career counseling.
“In addition, we are in ongoing conversations with other employers in the region who may be able to absorb skilled workers from Danfoss,” Papale said. “Our priority is to help retain this talent in the Mohawk Valley and ensure that our community continues to move forward with resilience and purpose. We remain committed to supporting innovation, advanced manufacturing, and sustainable economic growth in our region.”
