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    Sevier County: Tenneco stopping operations at Sevierville location

    By Hannah Moore,

    2024-09-19

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    SEVIERVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — Sevier County officials said Thursday that an auto parts manufacturer will halt operations at its Sevierville facility, impacting more than 170 workers.

    The county shared that Tenneco has operated in the area since the 1980s. The plant is located at 128 River Bend Drive in Sevierville.

    “This news is incredibly disappointing for our community. Tenneco has been a staple in Sevier County for decades, and our thoughts are with the more than 170 employees and their families who are impacted by their decision,” said Sevier County Mayor Larry Waters. “Our main priority now is to ensure that those affected have the support they need.”

    “Tenneco has been an integral part of Sevier County’s economic landscape for many years,” said Sevier County Economic Development Council Executive Director Allen Newton. “While we are saddened to hear of their departure, our immediate focus is helping the employees.”

    6 News has reached out to Tenneco to learn more about the closure and the possible future of the plant.

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    Susan Hendrix
    29d ago
    find another job
    Kim Scarlett
    30d ago
    I sure hope the employees were given plenty of notice,a lot of places close with no notice this is not right.How ever I dont understand why. Winter is coming and I think they picked the wrong place and time.I really hope people keep there word about helping these folks.Praying and wishing you all the best.
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