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International Paper to Lay Off Over 1,000 Workers in Memphis

EMPLOYEES AFFECTED
1,000
SHARE OF WORKFORCE
~2.6%
1,000 OF 39,000 EMPLOYEES

What we know

Location: Memphis, TN.

Based on news reporting.

Summary

International Paper has announced plans to lay off over 1,000 workers at its Memphis facility. This decision comes as part of a broader restructuring effort aimed at improving operational efficiency. The layoffs are expected to impact various roles within the company, although specific departments affected have not been disclosed. The company has not provided a timeline for when these layoffs will take effect, but the significant number indicates a major shift in workforce strategy. This move reflects ongoing challenges in the industry and the company's response to market conditions.

International Paper Company cut 1,000 jobs.

That is roughly 2.6% of the 39,000 people International Paper Company employs.

LayoffTalk has tracked 44 layoff events at International Paper Company since October 2023, affecting a combined 9,679 employees.

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LTLayoffTalk StaffStaff21 hours ago

International Paper Company has announced planned job cuts affecting 1,000 employees. If you work there, what are you hearing internally? Which teams expect to be affected? You can post anonymously below.

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Estimated figure based on news reporting. Not yet confirmed by International Paper Company.

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International Paper CompanyIP
Consumer Cyclical · 39,000 employees
44
EVENTS TRACKED
11K
AFFECTED SINCE 2023
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