--- title: "Conagra Brands Plant Closure Means Layoffs for 442 Workers in Macon" canonical: "https://www.metaintro.com/blog/conagra-brands-layoffs-442-2026" language: "en" author: "metaintro" published: "2026-11-10T13:30:12.000Z" modified: "2026-11-10T13:30:12.000Z" --- [Back to Blog](/blog) [News](/blog/tag/news)[Layoffs](/blog/tag/layoffs)[Manufacturing Industry](/blog/tag/manufacturing-industry)[USA](/blog/tag/usa) # Conagra Brands Plant Closure Means Layoffs for 442 Workers in Macon Conagra Brands notified Missouri of a permanent Macon plant closure that will cost 442 workers their jobs, with layoffs starting in January. 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At [Metaintro](https://www.metaintro.com), we track layoffs, store closures and return-to-office mandates in our [layoffs tracker](https://www.metaintro.com/layoffs). ## Which Employees Are Affected? The employer's notice identifies the location as [its manufacturing facility located at 204 Vine Street, Macon, MO 63552](https://101theeagle.com/macon-missouri-conagra-closing/). Its stated scope extends across the facility: [This action will impact all employees who work at or report into the Macon Facility.](https://101theeagle.com/macon-missouri-conagra-closing/) For workers assessing the announcement, the notice describes a facility-wide action rather than a change confined to an individual job classification. The employment consequence is stated directly: [As a result of the Macon Facility’s closure, employees in the following job classifications will be separated from employment](https://101theeagle.com/macon-missouri-conagra-closing/). ## When Will Layoffs Begin? The separation schedule reaches into January: [The notice says the layoffs are scheduled to begin on January 15, 2027 and continue for the next 14 days after.](https://101theeagle.com/macon-missouri-conagra-closing/) That schedule gives affected workers a starting point for discussing their individual separation dates and planning a job search around their employment transition. Keep written notices and any subsequent communications together so that questions about timing can be addressed with the relevant documents at hand. ## What Does the Notice Say About the Closure? The employer describes the shutdown as permanent: [The Macon Facility is expected to close in its entirety and this action is expected to be permanent](https://101theeagle.com/macon-missouri-conagra-closing/). For some employees, agreements will govern the separation process: [The notice says that some employees are represented by a union so their separation will be governed by those agreements.](https://101theeagle.com/macon-missouri-conagra-closing/) Workers reviewing their next steps should keep their employment documents accessible alongside any applicable agreement. ## What Should Affected Workers Do Next? - Request written confirmation of your separation date and final-pay arrangements. - Review your benefits documents and ask about coverage during your transition. - Update your resume with relevant skills, responsibilities and accomplishments. - Keep copies of employment notices and review any applicable agreement before signing separation paperwork. ## Related Articles - - - - ## People Also Asked ### Q: How Many Workers Will Lose Their Jobs? A: The closure [will mean a layoff of 442 workers starting in January](https://101theeagle.com/macon-missouri-conagra-closing/). ### Q: Is the Plant Closure Permanent? A: The notice states that [The Macon Facility is expected to close in its entirety and this action is expected to be permanent](https://101theeagle.com/macon-missouri-conagra-closing/). Looking for your next opportunity? [Metaintro](https://www.metaintro.com) brings together 50M jobs in one place. 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