International Paper will permanently close its packaging facilities in Compton, California and Louisville, Kentucky, with operations ceasing by January 2026. The decision will affect 218 employees, with 125 positions impacted in Compton and 93 in Louisville. The company stated it will service all customers from other nearby locations following the closures.
The company plans to mitigate the impact through attrition, retirements, and filling current vacancies at other International Paper sites. Affected team members will receive severance benefits, outplacement assistance, and access to mental health support resources.
