Thursday, June 30, 2016 12:45 pm

MINNESOTA -- WS Packaging Group, Inc. announced that it will close its Elk River, Minnesota, manufacturing facility effective July 22, 2016.

Employees at the Elk River location were informed earlier this week of the change, and WS Packaging Group will provide assistance for a smooth employment transition.

WS Packaging Group, Inc., with nearly 50 years of experience, is one of the largest printing and label converting operations in North America. It operates 18 manufacturing facilities and produces high-quality packaging products.