Goodyear announced that 850 employees will be laid off at its Danville location. This is part of the company’s global transformation plan, which was announced in January.

On Wednesday, February 5, Goodyear in Danville announced the elimination of 850 employees. A statement released by Goodyear said the reduction is part of an overall plan to “refocus” the Danville facility and on strengthening its competitiveness.

Goodyear is eliminating approximately 850 positions as part of its previously announced transition of its tire manufacturing plant in Danville, Va.

Goodyear will be eliminating approximately 850 jobs in Danville, according to the City Manager, Ken Larking. “We are deeply concerned about Goodyear’s announcement that it will be eliminating 850 jobs at its local facility.