293 people to be laid off from Perdue Farms

HENDERSON, Ky (WEHT) - Nearly 300 people are expected to be laid off next month at Perdue Farms.

According to a WARN notice letter, the Washington, Indiana facility is going to eliminate the second shift.

The letter says all affected employees have been notified of their last work and separation dates and the layoff is expected to be permanent.

Affected employees are expected to have a last work date of October 10 and be separated from employment on November 2.

The letter also says employees who are not terminated for cause or don't leave voluntarily before their last work date will receive pay and benefits through their separation date, and employees will have the ability to displace more junior employees out of their job positions at the current or other locations as a result.