Goodyear in Danville announced the elimination of 850 employees. A statement released by Goodyear said the reduction is part of an overall plan to “refocus” the Danville facility and on strengthening its competitiveness.

Goodyear announced that 850 employees will be laid off at its Danville location. This is part of the company’s global transformation plan, which was announced in January.

DANVILLE, Va. — Goodyear will be eliminating approximately 850 jobs in Danville, according to the City Manager, Ken Larking.

DANVILLE, Va. (WSET) — 850 workers in Danville will soon not have a job after Goodyear announced it will be eliminating 850 jobs at its plant. Danville City Manager Ken Larking released a statement Wednesday morning expressing his concern about the massive layoffs.

Goodyear is eliminating approximately 850 positions as part of its previously announced transition of its tire manufacturing plant in Danville, Va.

On Wednesday, February 5, Goodyear in Danville announced the elimination of 850 employees. A statement released by Goodyear said the reduction is part of an overall plan to “refocus” the Danville facility and on strengthening its competitiveness.

The tire manufacturer said most of the job reductions would occur by the end of this year. The move comes as the company shifts its commercial tire production to other facilities.

Goodyear will be eliminating 850 jobs from its Danville facility, according to Danville City Manager, Arnold G. Hendrix.