PepsiCo will close two Frito-Lay facilities in Florida as part of a wider restructuring of its snack division, affecting around 500 workers. The company has shut down its Orlando manufacturing site and adjacent warehouse, impacting 454 employees, while a separate off-site warehouse employing 46 people will cease operations in May 2026.
The closures reflect PepsiCo’s broader effort to streamline operations amid reduced demand for packaged snacks. Frito-Lay, which produces brands including Doritos, Sun Chips and Cheetos, has seen its North American unit record a 2% decline in both volume and revenue this year. The company has already closed other facilities in New York and California in 2025.
The slowdown mirrors wider trends in the food manufacturing sector, as firms such as General Mills and Conagra Brands adjust production in response to shifting consumer habits and inflationary pressures. Shoppers have become more selective, leaning towards products with simpler ingredients and fewer additives.
Frito-Lay is adapting by reformulating its lines with healthier oils, removing artificial colours and flavours, and introducing smaller, lower-cost packs aimed at budget-conscious consumers.