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    Stellantis to lay off 400 workers at Detroit material logistics facility

    The latest job cuts follow the automaker's earlier layoff announcement of 1,100 UAW-represented employees at the automaker’s Toledo South Assembly Plant in Ohio.

    By Eric Walz • Nov. 20, 2024
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    Boeing to lay off more than 2,600 across 5 states

    The job cuts across Washington, Oregon, Colorado, South Carolina and Pennsylvania are part of the company’s plan to trim its workforce by 10% after a bruising strike.

    By • Nov. 20, 2024
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    Top 5 stories from Manufacturing Dive

    Check out five of our biggest stories of 2024 so far, including how manufacturers are navigating rising costs and boosting workforce innovation. 

    By Manufacturing Dive staff
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    Sumitomo Rubber to lay off 1,380 workers, close New York tire plant

    The Japan-based company ceased production at the Tonawanda plant on Nov. 7 and plans to import tires from other global facilities.

    By • Nov. 19, 2024
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    White House invests $285M in first CHIPS Manufacturing USA Institute

    The Durham, North Carolina, facility will focus on using digital twins to advance semiconductor production.

    By • Nov. 19, 2024
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    Microporous to build $1.4B Virginia battery separator plant

    The company is set to receive up to $100 million in federal funds for the Danville facility.

    By • Updated Nov. 19, 2024
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    $35K overtime salary threshold back in effect

    A federal judge ruled that the Department of Labor’s 2024 rule exceeded the agency’s authority and is unlawful.

    By Ginger Christ • Nov. 18, 2024
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    Pallidus ditches South Carolina manufacturing plant plans

    The chip component maker formerly announced it planned to invest $443 million to build a facility in Rock Hill, South Carolina.

    By • Nov. 14, 2024
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    Wolfspeed laying off 20% of workforce

    The struggling chipmaker will close multiple facilities and reduce headcount in an effort to save approximately $200 million. 

    By • Nov. 11, 2024
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    Manufacturing Institute expands military veterans program

    Walmart is funding the program to grow its reach across veterans nationwide to translate their skills into job roles.

    By • Updated Nov. 12, 2024
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    Manufacturing injury, illness worker rate sank 10% in 2023: BLS

    Respiratory illnesses among industry workers dropped a massive 84%, according to the agency.

    By • Nov. 8, 2024
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    Easing worker anxiety over AI adoption

    As AI transforms the factory floor, companies are addressing worker job security concerns through initiatives such as phased adoption and comprehensive training.

    By Sakshi Udavant • Nov. 7, 2024
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    4 employment actions to expect under a second Trump presidency

    Employers are likely to see immigration raids, agency chair replacements and a regulatory activity slowdown, experts at Littler predicted.

    By Emilie Shumway • Nov. 7, 2024
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    PepsiCo to shutter Chicago bottling plant, lay off more than 100 workers

    The union representing the employees sharply criticized the closure, noting that the beverage giant failed to provide the required 60-day notice.

    By Christopher Doering • Nov. 6, 2024
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    Boeing strike ends as union approves new contract

    The strike lasted nearly two months, costing Boeing and its suppliers $9.7 billion.

    By • Nov. 5, 2024
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    Boeing, IAM reach revised tentative deal

    If the labor union’s 33,000 members vote to accept the aircraft maker’s offer, they’ll return to work on Nov. 6.

    By • Nov. 1, 2024
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    Production down ahead of presidential election: PMI

    Demand rose slightly during the month as manufacturers hope for a rebound next year. 

    By • Nov. 1, 2024
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    Courtesy of the National Transportation Safety Board

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    Boeing’s chaos and other haunting manufacturing stories from 2024

    From SK Battery’s repeated safety violations to Boeing’s door plug incident, here are some of the top manufacturing horror tales in 2024 thus far.

    By • Oct. 30, 2024
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    Small factories, big fines: Tackling OSHA compliance

    Small firms face higher average compliance costs, but understanding key safety standards and how to foster a strong safety culture can avoid employee injuries and hefty citations.

    By • Oct. 25, 2024
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    PPG to lay off 1,800 workers in cost-cutting plan

    The paint and coatings company will also shutter an undisclosed number of plants as part of the strategy.

    By • Oct. 24, 2024
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    Boeing workers reject contract offer, strike continues

    More than 60% of union members voted against the proposal, as the aircraft maker continues to bleed cash.

    By • Oct. 24, 2024
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    DOL says workplace AI should focus on employee needs

    The agency’s guidelines say responsible AI use in the workplace should prioritize employees and improve working conditions.

    By Justin Bachman • Oct. 23, 2024
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    International Paper to close facilities in 4 states, lay off hundreds

    The recently disclosed layoffs will occur in Illinois, Missouri, North Carolina and Tennessee in mid-December. They build on a series of 650 layoffs confirmed last week.

    By Katie Pyzyk • Oct. 22, 2024
  • The Federal Trade Commission headquarters is pictured in Washington, D.C. The agency's proposed noncompete ban may face legal challenges on several grounds.
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    FTC appeals Texas noncompete ban decision to 5th Circuit

    Judge Ada Brown issued the decision in August, holding that the agency’s ban violated the law and exceeded the commission’s statutory authority.

    By Ryan Golden • Oct. 22, 2024
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    Spirit AeroSystems to furlough 700 at Kansas plant

    The move will impact employees who work on Boeing’s 767 and 777 planes at the supplier's Wichita facility.

    By • Oct. 18, 2024
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    Labor Department recovers $132K in back wages from California tortilla maker

    La Flor de Mexico shuttered its facility and failed to pay minimum wage and overtime to 72 workers, the agency said.

    By • Oct. 18, 2024