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Mars Wrigley to cut 307 jobs as Newark site closes
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FoodBev Media
Mars Wrigley is set to eliminate 307 jobs at its Newark, New Jersey facility as the company consolidates its North American snacking operations in Chicago.
Mars said the decision follows a comprehensive review of its Mars Snacking North American office footprint and is consistent with its previously announced plans to relocate operations to Chicago.
The closure comes after Mars invested $100 million to expand its footprint in Chicago, where Mars’ global headquarters is located.
The investment is expected to support the company’s longer-term consolidation of its snacking operations in the city.
Mars Wrigley, a division of Mars Incorporated, owns a portfolio of major confectionery brands including M&Ms, Snickers, Milky Way, Twix and Skittles.