PotashCorp of White Springs, or PCS, is reducing staffing levels at its phosphate facility by 168 full-time positions, or nearly twenty percent of its current work force.
As a result of excess global supply of phosphate and significantly reduced margins in the wake of the global economic downturn, PCS said it is unable to support current staffing levels. Mike Williams, manager of public affairs at PCS, said the company is not cutting production, but rather matching staffing levels with production levels.
"While this is regrettable, we must match staffing with production, and every effort is being made to assist affected employees through this transition," Williams said. "In making these workforce reductions, the company will offer separation incentives to both salaried and hourly employees."
"It is a difficult time for the White Springs team," said General Manager Keith Thornton in a press release. "The company has made every effort to avoid taking this action; however, market conditions dictate we make these changes. Many excellent employees are being affected by this decision and we will work to help them make a successful transition."
The plant currently employs about 900 workers from throughout the region.
Jasper News
October 22, 2009
PCS WILL CUT 168 JOBS
20% of workforce to be idled
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