Bridgestone cutting more than 150 jobs

By Geert De Lombaerde Posted on December 2, 2008 at 12:05 am

The automotive industry’s crisis wave has landed in La Vergne, where Bridgestone will lay off almost 10 percent of its work force. The company also leaves the door wide open for more cuts.

“Prior to making any final decisions and in the spirit of cooperation during these challenging economic times, the company stands ready to immediately begin discussions with the USW on what, if any, actions could be taken to continue consumer tire production at that facility. If, after these good faith discussions, the decision is made to cease most or all passenger and light truck tire production at the plant, the elimination of consumer tire manufacturing could occur on or before June 30, 2009. This action could result in the elimination of approximately 500 hourly and salaried jobs.”

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Tags: automotive industry, Bridgestone Americas Holding Inc., manufacturing  

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