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Mars Wrigley is set to eliminate 307 jobs at its Newark, New Jersey facility as the company consolidates its North American snacking operations in Chicago.

The company submitted a WARN filing with the state of New Jersey on Friday, indicating that the positions will be eliminated by mid-October. The move is expected to bring an end to Mars Wrigley’s presence in Newark.

Mars said the decision follows a comprehensive review of its Mars Snacking North American office footprint and is consistent with its previously announced plans to relocate operations to Chicago.

In a statement, the company said: “Following a comprehensive review of our Mars Snacking North American office footprint, we will be sunsetting the Newark Market Hub for Mars Snacking Associates by December 2027, consistent with our previously communicated move to Chicago.”

The company said the decision forms part of a broader strategy to position Mars Snacking for long-term growth and strengthen its operations in key locations across North America.

Mars added that it recognised the impact of the closure on its employees and would provide support during the transition, including relocation opportunities. The company has also reaffirmed its commitment to New Jersey, where it continues to operate its Hackettstown site and invest in innovation and manufacturing activities.

The closure comes after Mars invested $100 million to expand its footprint in Chicago, where Mars’ global headquarters is located. The investment is expected to support the company’s longer-term consolidation of its snacking operations in the city.

Mars Wrigley, a division of Mars Incorporated, owns a portfolio of major confectionery brands including M&Ms, Snickers, Milky Way, Twix and Skittles.