Upstate Plant Shutting Down, Putting Nearly 200 Jobs On The Line

An Upstate plant will shut down, putting nearly 200 jobs at risk.Mohawk Industries, a flooring manufacturer, says its Abbeville County facility will close as part of a realignment of its yarn operations.The company says the Calhoun Falls plant will be consolidated at Bennettsville in Marlboro County.The plant is expected to close by late September, when 190 employees will be offered career assistance.

Everything Old World is new again“Closing Calhoun Falls is necessary due to changes in our business,” says Jerry Hendrix, senior director of human resources.  “Because we respect and value the exceptional men and women at Calhoun Falls, we explored every option before making this decision.”Additional jobs will be available in Bennettsville after equipment is relocated.

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