Thursday, March 31, 2016

Findus Statement giant layoffs – Expressen

Many of the employees at the factory in Bjuv was shocked by the news provided by the management in the morning.

“A disaster” as one of the employees said to KvP.

employees were informed during a rally. Then they also received a letter signed by Nomad foods Belgian CEO Stefan Descheemaeker.

British Nomad foods bought last fall up Findus, whose CEO Henrik Hjalmarsson also was on the briefing today.

March 31, 2016

Dear colleagues,

Unfortunately, I must now inform you that we, the Following a review of our manufacturing strategy, has decided to give notice and request negotiations with the union about the possible closure of the plant in Bjuv, as well as a possible relocation of the commercial unit to Malmö.

Today’s announcement concerning notice and negotiations with the trade unions has nothing to do with either the plant’s performance, or any of the employees’ performance. The basic problem we had to deal with, and that can potentially lead to the closure is in place that we have excess capacity, or simply put, more factories than we need.

In light of the above, the question of the factory in Bjuv be closed under consideration. If the plant in Bjuv would need to be closed, the majority of existing production is likely to be focused to the plant in Reken in Germany, whereby the capacity is reduced, thus leading to economies of scale and considerable savings.

in the meantime, I want to personally assure you that I, and other members of senior management, are determined to ensure that everyone will get support during this troubled period until a final decision is taken.

in this regard, I have already taken steps to ensure that there is practical support available to help employees in Bjuv, and further details will be announced today. Do not hesitate in the meantime to discuss any individual questions with your manager or contact Human Resources, while a telephone help line set up.

The management Bjuv will meet the relevant union representatives immediately following today’s announcement to start the negotiation process. We will provide further details on the negotiations and the way forward as soon as we know more.

I assure you personally that I and my colleagues will do everything we can to help you through this difficult time.

Stéfan Descheemaeker

CEO

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