Styropek Closes Monaca Facility, Displacing 140 Workers

Styropek has announced the planned closure of its BVPV Styrenics facility in Monaca, Pennsylvania, triggered by the need for significant upgrades to keep the plant operational. The shutdown will commence with the cessation of production on January 3, 2025, followed by a wind-down period leading to the facility's closure in early 2026. A WARN Notice was filed in early November, indicating the impact on local employment. Approximately 140 employees are expected to be laid off due to the closure, which compounds the economic challenges faced by the community. Residents have expressed concern over the job losses, emphasizing that this closure represents another chapter in the struggles of Monaca's workforce. The facility, operational since the 1940s, has been a longstanding part of the local economy, making this closure particularly poignant for many families. The effects of this decision extend beyond job losses, potentially disrupting local businesses that rely on the economic activity generated by the plant.