After 29 Years, South Carolina’s Carolina Cotton Works in Gaffney, SC is closing impacting 120 workers
GAFFNEY, S.C. — A Cherokee County, South Carolina, business that has been around for 29 years is set to close its operations in July, 2024.
Carolina Cotton Works in Gaffney will close permanently on July 2, according to the WARN notice.
The Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) Act offers protection to workers, their families and communities by requiring employers to provide notice 60 days prior to covered closings and covered mass layoffs. This notice must be provided to either the affected workers or their representatives (e.g., a labor union); to the State Rapid Reemployment team; and to the appropriate unit of local government.
The WARN notice was posted on May 3 and will affect 120 workers.
The company website says it competes with expertise in dyeing cotton, filament and spun polyester, and an assortment of specialty fibers for flame retardant applications.
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It’s disheartening to hear about Carolina Cotton Works closing its doors after nearly three decades in Gaffney. This news not only impacts the 120 workers directly involved but also the wider community. The WARN notice ensures that affected individuals and authorities are informed, offering some level of preparation during this transition period. It’s a reminder of the challenges faced by businesses and workers alike in today’s economy.