Schneiders employees say goodbye
Posted Feb 27, 2015 12:17:42 PM.
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After 90 years of production, the Schneiders plant on Courtland Avenue in Kitchener has rolled out its last package of bologna.
A lot of tears were shed Thursday afternoon as the iconic company closed its doors.
Former Employees shared their memories of working for Schneiders on 570’s Midday Show, listen below:
In a statement, president and CEO of Maple Leaf, Michael McCain says “while today marks the end of one era, it is a critical milestone in establishing Maple Leaf as a sustainably competitive and profitable Canadian food company.”
The decision to close the facility was made back in 2011 as part of the company’s plan to increase competitiveness and efficiency.
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