NEENAH, WI (WTAQ-WLUK) – A Neenah paper mill is closing, putting nearly 300 employees out of work.
Clearwater Paper Corporation announced the indefinite closure of its facility on N Lake St. today (Tuesday).
The facility includes three tissue machines and 10 converting lines, removing a total paper production capacity of approximately 54,000 tons.
Arsen Kitch, president and chief executive officer, expresses regret.
“Despite the best efforts of our dedicated employees, our Neenah location and assets cannot cost effectively compete in the markets that we serve. This was a difficult decision, because it affects our people, their families and the Neenah community.”
The facility is expected to close by the end of July.
Clearwater Paper acquired the Neenah mill in 2010 and produced private brand tissue products for commercial and retail customers.
The company is based in Spokane, Washington.
