Fazer closes Karkkila factory and moves operations to factory in Lappeenranta
Fazer has evaluated different options for developing the production of xylitol pastilles and chewing gum and has decided to close the production facility in Karkkila and to move its operations to Fazer’s factory in Lappeenranta. Karkkila does not have the same development possibilities as Fazer’s factory in Lappeenranta. Transferring the production to Lappeenranta will enable the needed efficiency and capability building to remain competitive in the long run.
To better respond to the evolving consumer demand, Fazer needs to develop the production of the xylitol products to enable efficient development and production of more consumer-driven products, more compelling and innovative tastes and shapes and different sizes and formats of packaging. By focusing the production to bigger units, Fazer can manufacture high-quality products more efficiently, which is a prerequisite for the company to maintain its competitiveness.
Fazer supports employees in change
Collaboration negotiations affecting all employees in the Karkkila factory have been concluded. After the negotiations, Fazer has decided to close the production facility in Karkkila and to move its operations to Fazer’s factory in Lappeenranta. The actual closure of the Karkkila factory will take place in winter 2021.
The collaboration negotiations involved the entire personnel at the Karkkila factory: 22 employees with permanent contracts and 5 employees with on-call contracts. The collaboration negotiations led to the termination of 15 job roles. Fazer will support those whose employment has been terminated and further their possibilities of re-employment. The employer will cooperate with the employment administration.
Additional information:
Media release 26.8.2020: https://news.cision.com/fazer-group/r/fazer-plans-closing-karkkila-factory-and-moving-operations-to-factory-in-lappeenranta,c3181426
Liisa Eerola, VP, Communications tel. +358 44 710 8860, liisa.eerola@fazer.com
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