Miele to lay off German workers, move production to Ksawerów near Łódź

Miele, a well-known German manufacturer of household appliances, has decided to move the production of washing machines to Poland, creating new job opportunities in Ksawerowo near Łódź, where the company has its factory. This decision means layoffs for thousands of workers in Germany, with approximately 2,000 jobs at risk according to "Die Zeit."

The move translates to lower energy costs and labor expenses in Poland, where there is also less bureaucracy. This shift affects only a portion of Miele's production and workforce. The decision has sparked protests from union workers, who argue that layoffs follow record profits during the pandemic and call for alternative solutions to preserve jobs and the "Made in Germany" reputation.

Source: pulshr.pl