A lot of local people are left without a clear future.

Burlington’s Gentherm, an engineering company with over 100 employees locally, announced on March 5 it’s closing, and operations are being consolidated to Celaya, Mexico. The company said the move was part of a North American restructuring plan.

Phil Eyler, the president and CEO of Gentherm said they will work with the affected employees.

“We acknowledge that these decisions impact our employees’ lives and we are committed to helping those who are impacted through their transitions,” Eyler stated.

The restructuring plan is expected to be completed by the middle of 2021. In addition to the closure in Burlington, manufacturing at a location in Acuna, Mexico is being transferred to the Celaya, Mexico location.

The decision will affect roughly 350 Canadian and Mexican employees.