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Opel to hire temporary workers at German plant amid Omicron absences – Wirtschaftswoche

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Posted on February 3, 2022

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Opel to Employ Temporary Workers at German Plant Amid Omicron

BERLIN (Reuters) – Opel plans on hiring several hundred temporary workers to help deliver its new Astra model, a spokesperson told German paper Wirtschaftswoche on Thursday, in part to compensate for workers off sick with COVID-19 amid the spread of the Omicron variant.

The carmaker, which is owned by Stellantis and operates three plants in Germany, cut 2,100 positions at the firm between January 2020 and 2022 by allowing contracts to run out and not re-hiring.

The temporary workers were now needed at Opel’s main plant in Russelsheim to assist in ramping up production of the new Astra L, the carmaker told Wirtschaftswoche, delivery of which began in January this year.

(Reporting by Victoria Waldersee)

Key Takeaways

  • Opel is hiring temporary workers to support Astra production.
  • Omicron variant causes workforce shortages at Opel.
  • Opel's Russelsheim plant is the focus of new hires.
  • Stellantis-owned Opel cut 2,100 jobs from 2020 to 2022.
  • Astra L model production ramp-up began in January.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main topic?
Opel is hiring temporary workers at its Russelsheim plant to manage production amid workforce shortages due to the Omicron variant.
Why is Opel hiring temporary workers?
Opel is hiring temporary workers to compensate for employees absent due to COVID-19 and to maintain Astra model production.
Where is Opel's main plant located?
Opel's main plant is located in Russelsheim, Germany.

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