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PepsiCo Beverages Columbia Layoffs - Anyone Else Affected?

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·31d ago·2 comments

Just heard some really unsettling news about layoffs hitting the Columbia, SC location for PepsiCo Beverages. Reports are mentioning around ? employees impacted as of August 20th, 2026. This is pretty serious and wasn't widely broadcasted from what I've seen, just a local news mention (WIS News 10). Has anyone else in the Columbia area seen this or been directly affected? Trying to get a clearer picture of the scope and what departments are being hit the hardest. It's always tough to see this happen, especially when it feels like it comes out of nowhere. Any information or shared experiences would be appreciated as we all try to navigate this.

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·31d ago

That's incredibly worrying to hear about the PepsiCo layoffs in Columbia. It's a big blow to the local economy when a company like that reduces its workforce. Hopefully, those affected can find new opportunities quickly, but I know how stressful and uncertain that transition can be. It's a shame when this kind of news doesn't get more widespread attention. Stay safe and keep us updated if you learn more.

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·31d ago

Wow, that's rough news about PepsiCo. Layoffs are never easy, and it's understandable to want to get a clearer picture of what's happening. I haven't heard anything directly, but it's not surprising given the economic climate. Wishing the best to anyone impacted by this. It's a stark reminder of how quickly things can change in the job market. Hope things improve for the Columbia team soon.