West Liberty Foods will cease ready-to-eat production at their West Liberty IA. plant, resulting in the loss of 260 line production positions. Layoffs will commence during April and continue through November. West Liberty Foods will move the slicing operations to Bolingbrook, IL. to respond to market demand. Turkey harvesting and first-shift operation at West Liberty will continue.
Brandon Achen, President and CEO stated, “As a resident of this community the decision to reduce production capacity in West Liberty was difficult and painful”. He added, “We are committed to connecting each affected person with new employment opportunities and support and we will offer reassignment opportunities, provide on-site reemployment and support services”.