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'They Have Been Let Down': Heinz Wattie's Plans to Shut Three Factories, 350 Jobs at Risk
- Today, Heinz Wattie's Limited proposed closing three manufacturing facilities in Auckland, Christchurch and Dunedin, putting approximately 350 jobs at risk.
- Amid rising industry pressure, Heinz Wattie's Limited cited an increasingly difficult manufacturing environment in recent years after Cyclone Gabrielle, with high inflation and overseas competition affecting commercial performance.
- Phasing out frozen vegetables, Gregg's coffee, and dips under Mediterranean, Just Hummus and Good Taste Company brands during the coming year, the company said.
- Union representatives warned the proposed closures would have "severe" impacts on workers and their families, around 220 Canterbury growers supply the Christchurch site, and final roles will be confirmed after consultation and redeployment processes.
- The company will work closely with employees, union representatives, growers, suppliers and retail partners throughout the consultation period, while consultation will consider redeployment opportunities and confirm final role numbers.
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