The Coca-Cola Company will permanently shutter its bottling and production plant at 1201 Commerce Blvd. in American Canyon, Napa County, on June 30, 2025, resulting in the elimination of 135 jobs.
The closure, first announced in August 2021, marks the end of the facility’s operations, which have been a part of the local community since its acquisition by Coca-Cola in December 2002.
The decision aligns with the company’s broader strategy to streamline its real estate and production operations post-pandemic.
According to a Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) notice filed with the California Employment Development Department on April 11, 2025, the layoffs will primarily occur by the end of June, with approximately 10 employees retained through August to manage administrative tasks related to the closure.
The non-unionized workforce at the 350,000-square-foot facility, operational since 1994, will be significantly affected.
“Coca-Cola’s decision to close the American Canyon plant reflects a strategic shift to optimize our production footprint,” a company spokesperson stated.
“We deeply value the contributions of our employees and are committed to supporting them through this transition.”
The company has not disclosed specific details about severance packages or job placement assistance for affected workers.
The production volume from the Napa County site will be transferred to a third-party co-packer in the region, though Coca-Cola has not identified the partner or provided further details about the arrangement.
The company’s warehouse facility in American Canyon is expected to remain operational until December 31, 2025, ensuring continuity of distribution in the Bay Area.
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The closure is part of a restructuring plan Coca-Cola outlined in 2021, which included shuttering two U.S. plants—American Canyon and Northampton, Massachusetts—to adapt to changing market dynamics following the COVID-19 pandemic.
The American Canyon facility’s closure was initially delayed, but the company has now set a definitive end date.
Local officials and community members expressed disappointment over the closure. “The Coca-Cola plant has been a steady employer in American Canyon for decades,” said Napa County Supervisor Belia Ramos.
“The loss of 135 jobs is a significant blow to our local economy, and we’re working to connect affected workers with resources and new opportunities.”
The closure comes amid other regional business exits, including Amazon’s grocery warehouse in San Francisco’s Dogpatch neighborhood and 11 Goodwill stores across the Bay Area, signaling broader economic challenges.
However, Napa County has seen some positive developments, such as the opening of a new Costco warehouse at 280 Riversound Way in October 2024, which may offer job opportunities for displaced workers.
Coca-Cola’s exit from American Canyon production does not signal a complete withdrawal from the Bay Area market.
The company emphasized its ongoing commitment to the region through third-party partnerships and community engagement initiatives.
“We are grateful for the opportunity to have been part of the American Canyon community and look forward to continuing to serve Bay Area consumers,” the spokesperson added.
For affected employees seeking support, the Napa County Health and Human Services Agency is offering resources, including job retraining programs and career counseling, at its campus located at 2751 Napa Valley Corporate Drive, Building A, in Napa.
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