The company announced the closure of the factory in late August, cutting 106 jobs in the next 18 months.
Nestlé Tongala factory manager Phil Georgiou said the staff had been provided with support since the announcement of the factory’s closure.
‘‘Our staff have been provided with ongoing support since they were made aware of the Tongala factory closure,’’ Mr Georgiou said.
‘‘Since then, the first wave of staff who will leave the factory are being provided one-to-one support from our outplacement service provider.’’
The meetings help prepare staff to successfully obtain jobs in the future.
‘‘This includes understanding the type of work individuals are seeking, the skills or training they may need — and training programs if required, resume writing and interview practice,’’ Mr Georgiou said.
He said the company would host a networking event with other organisations earlier next year to help connect workers with new businesses.
‘‘We have received expressions of interest from some local organisations who are keen to meet with Nestlé staff for potential employment opportunities,’’ he said.
Representatives from superannuation companies have also met with staff to discuss the impact of closure to workers retirement plans.
