PepsiCo Shuts Maryland Plant, 100+ Jobs Lost

PepsiCo has closed its manufacturing and warehouse operations at the Cheverly, Maryland bottling plant, a site that served the community for over 60 years. The closure led to the loss of at least 143 jobs across fleet, transport, manufacturing, and warehouse departments. This decision follows a pattern of facility closures and reductions by PepsiCo since 2024, including plants in Cincinnati, Chicago, Harrisburg, and Atlanta.

Local officials noted the plant's significance to Cheverly, being a major revenue generator. However, the aging facility faced substantial challenges, including power and water supply issues, making expensive upgrades necessary. PepsiCo cited evolving consumer demand, technological advancements, and network optimization as reasons for the closure. Sales and delivery positions at the Cheverly location remain unaffected.