Georgia-Pacific to Permanently Close Tacoma Facility, Resulting in 120 Layoffs
Georgia-Pacific is permanently closing its Tacoma facility, leading to 120 layoffs.
Seattle Tacoma, WA, September 2, 2026 —
Tacoma, WA – Georgia-Pacific announced the permanent closure of its facility located in Tacoma, Washington. The decision will result in the elimination of approximately 120 jobs.
The company has not provided specific details regarding the timeline for the closure or the reasons behind the decision. Information regarding the type of operations conducted at the Tacoma facility, the specific location within the city, or details concerning severance packages or support for the affected employees was not immediately available.
Georgia-Pacific is a manufacturer and marketer of bath tissue, paper towels, napkins, tableware, pulp, paper, lumber, and building products. The company’s presence in various communities often contributes to local economies through employment and operations.
The closure of the Tacoma plant signifies a significant reduction in the company’s operational footprint in the region. Further details about the closure process and its impact on the local workforce are expected to be released by Georgia-Pacific as they become available. The contractor’s name involved in any transition processes was not provided.
The number of affected employees, 120, represents a substantial local workforce impact. The cause for the closure was not stated in the announcement. The permit status, inspection outcomes, and any code violations or fine amounts associated with the facility were also not disclosed.
What happens next for the facility and its former employees remains a developing story.
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