We value the contributions of our employees and have provided those affected with a competitive separation package and outplacement services to help provide a smooth transition,” the statement said.In the lead-up to the 2020 election,

JELD-WEN Inc. is expected to close its window manufacturing plant in Grinnell come March 21st. Grinnell Mayor Dan F. Agnew told Iowa's News Now his office got the official notice on Monday, saying the closure is expected to be permanent.

Almost 300 employees at Grinnell's JELD-WEN Inc. plant, which manufactures windows and doors, were told they needed to begin considering their next steps for employment on Monday, according to the company.