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Philip Morris Shuts Down North Carolina Plant, Impacting Local Workforce

EMPLOYEES AFFECTED
400
SHARE OF WORKFORCE
~0.5%
EFFECTIVE DATE
Oct 1, 2023
400 OF 82,700 EMPLOYEES

What we know

Location: North Carolina, USA.

Based on news reporting.

Summary

Philip Morris International Inc. has announced the shutdown of its production facility in North Carolina, resulting in the layoff of approximately 400 employees. This decision comes as part of the company's strategic shift towards reducing its manufacturing footprint in the U.S. The closure is set to take effect on October 1, 2023, and is part of a broader effort to streamline operations and focus on its smoke-free product portfolio. The company has indicated that this move aligns with its long-term goals, although it will have a significant impact on the local workforce and economy.

Philip Morris International Inc. cut 400 jobs as of October 1, 2023.

That is roughly 0.5% of the 82,700 people Philip Morris International Inc. employs.

LayoffTalk has tracked 3 layoff events at Philip Morris International Inc. since October 2023, affecting a combined 400 employees.

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LTLayoffTalk StaffStaff21 hours ago

Philip Morris International Inc. cut 400 jobs on October 1, 2023. If you were part of this round, what was your experience? Others going through it are reading. You can post anonymously below.

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Consumer Defensive · 82,700 employees
3
EVENTS TRACKED
454
AFFECTED SINCE 2023
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