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UPCOMING · ESTIMATEDPublished Dec 10, 2025

Smurfit WestRock to Close St. Paul Plant, Impacting Workforce

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Location: St. Paul, Minnesota, USA.

Based on news reporting.

Summary

Smurfit WestRock has announced plans to shutter its St. Paul plant, which will significantly impact its workforce. While specific numbers of employees affected have not been disclosed, the closure reflects ongoing challenges within the company. The decision to close the facility is part of a broader strategy to streamline operations and reduce costs. The timeline for the closure has not been specified, but it indicates a shift in the company's operational focus. This move may lead to job losses, although the exact details are yet to be confirmed.

LayoffTalk has tracked 14 layoff events at Smurfit Westrock Plc since April 2023, affecting a combined 1,949 employees.

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Smurfit Westrock PlcSW
Consumer Cyclical · 100,000 employees
14
EVENTS TRACKED
1,949
AFFECTED SINCE 2023
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CREATED DEC 10, 2025LAST UPDATED DEC 28, 2025