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In light of the recent closure of a significant plywood plant in Emporia, Georgia-Pacific is organizing a job fair on Thursday, May 8.
This event comes in response to the layoffs affecting hundreds of workers after the plant ceased its operations. The fair will provide an opportunity for those impacted to find new employment.
Job Fair Details
The Georgia-Pacific Job Fair will be held at Golden Leaf Commons, located at 1781 Greensville County Circle, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on May 8.
This initiative is part of the company’s efforts to support the displaced workforce from its Emporia plywood plant.
What You Need to Know
- Date: Thursday, May 8
- Time: 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
- Location: Golden Leaf Commons, 1781 Greensville County Circle, Emporia
- Host: Georgia-Pacific
Closure of the Georgia-Pacific Plywood Plant
The Georgia-Pacific plywood plant in Emporia, which employed over 550 workers, has shut down as of last week. The news was delivered to employees through a series of meetings and a formal letter from the company, according to Rick Kimble, the company’s Director of Public Affairs.
The plant’s closure has left hundreds of workers without jobs. Georgia-Pacific officials cited several contributing factors for the shutdown, including the rising home prices and a 30-year low in existing home sales, which impacted demand for plywood.
Key Reasons for the Closure:
| Factor | Description |
|---|---|
| High Home Prices | Rising property values have reduced home-buying activity. |
| Low Home Sales | A 30-year low in existing home sales led to decreased plywood demand. |
| Industry Shifts | Changes in the housing market reduced the need for building materials. |
The job fair hosted by Georgia-Pacific provides a crucial opportunity for those impacted by the closure of the plywood plant in Emporia. It will help connect displaced workers with new job prospects.
The factors leading to the plant’s closure, particularly high home prices and low home sales, highlight the broader challenges facing the construction and building materials industries. Workers looking for a fresh start are encouraged to attend the job fair and explore new career options.
