Another food-processing facility is preparing to close its doors, putting more than 200 workers out of their jobs. The shutdown is the latest major blow to Nebraska’s food manufacturing industry this year, following several other high-profile plant closures and layoffs.
Skylark Meats, a meat-processing company owned by American Foods Group, is permanently closing its Omaha facility on August 25. According to a WARN notice filed with the Nebraska Department of Labor, 218 employees will be affected by the closure.
Plant will close permanently
The 215,000-square-foot facility at 4430 South 110th Street produces a variety of meat products, including cut steaks, liver, marinated meats, and other fresh meat products.
The company notified employees that the closure is expected to be permanent, with all operations ending at the close of business on August 25…