Confectionery giant Hershey has reportedly announced the closure of another US plant.
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Hershey, the largest candy maker in the US, will close a plant in Oakdale, California with the loss of 575 jobs.
According to a report from the Associated Press, the plant, which is operating at less than 40% capacity, will close next year.
The closure comes as part of a major restructuring plan at Hershey. The company is shedding 1,500 jobs and cutting back the number of production lines by a third.
This month, Hershey has announced the closures of sites in Pennsylvania and Connecticut.
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By GlobalDataThe company hopes the streamlining process will free up more cash fund marketing investment behind brands including Reese’s.
Hershey officials failed to return requests for comment as just-food went to press.
