Smurfit WestRock Closes St. Paul Recycling Plant, Laying Off Nearly 200 Workers
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Location: St. Paul, Minnesota, USA.
Based on news reporting.
Summary
Smurfit WestRock has announced the closure of its recycling plant in St. Paul, resulting in the layoff of nearly 200 workers. The decision to close the facility reflects ongoing challenges within the company and the broader recycling industry. Employees were informed of the layoffs, which took effect on October 1, 2023. This move is part of a strategic adjustment as Smurfit WestRock navigates market pressures and seeks to streamline operations. The closure of the plant marks a significant shift for the local workforce and the company's operational footprint in the region.
Smurfit Westrock Plc cut 200 jobs in MN as of May 15, 2025.
That is roughly 0.2% of the 100,000 people Smurfit Westrock Plc employs.
LayoffTalk has tracked 16 layoff events at Smurfit Westrock Plc since April 2023, including 484 jobs documented in official WARN filings, with 12 additional events known from news reporting.
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