Greif to close steel, polymer facility in Merced, California

Greif (GEF) announced it will permanently close the steel and polymer drum facility in Merced, California as part of its previously announced optimization efforts. The facility is expected to cease operation in September 2025. The decision to close the facility, which produces both steel drums and large and small polymer containers, is an important part of delivering on the company’s commitment to remove $100 million in cost from the business. After September, customer orders will be fulfilled through the company’s remaining global steel and polymer network. In total, approximately 43 positions will be impacted.