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Frito-Lay closed its Rancho Cucamonga manufacturing plant after over 55 years, resulting in hundreds of job losses, amid broader company cutbacks due to declining snack sales. The closure, which lacked formal WARN notice, marks a significant shift for the community and the company's operations, with ongoing warehouse and distribution activities.
A Frito-Lay manufacturing plant in Rancho Cucamonga, California, is shutting down after 50 years, potentially affecting many employees, though the company has not disclosed specific numbers. The plant's warehouse and distribution operations will continue, and PepsiCo is offering support to impacted workers. The closure marks a significant change for the local community and the company's operations.
Frito-Lay's 55-year-old manufacturing plant in Rancho Cucamonga, known for producing Flamin’ Hot Cheetos and other snacks, closed its production line on June 9, 2025, with employees receiving 10 weeks of severance pay.
Frito-Lay has ceased manufacturing operations at its Rancho Cucamonga plant after over 50 years, resulting in potentially hundreds of layoffs, though warehouse and distribution functions continue. The company is providing severance support to affected employees.
SunChips is releasing a limited-edition flavor, Solar Eclipse Limited-Edition Pineapple Habanero and Black Bean Spicy Gouda, inspired by the upcoming solar eclipse. The chips will be available for free for only 4 minutes and 27 seconds, coinciding with the duration of the eclipse's totality, and can be obtained by entering a giveaway on April 8 at 1:33 p.m. CT. The collaboration with astronaut Kellie Gerardi aims to celebrate the rare event and make it accessible to fans, with the eclipse visible across 15 states in the U.S.
Frito-Lay has secured one third of ABC's national advertising inventory to air eight different "Groundhog Day"-inspired commercials for Lay's potato chips featuring actor Stephen Tobolowsky. This marks the first time Disney has teamed up with a single client for a day-long sponsorship, and the ads will also appear on Hulu. The unconventional marketing move breaks many modern advertising rules, but aims to capture consumers' imagination and create memorable moments. The concept was sparked just two weeks ago and required Disney to rearrange its advertising "traffic" to give the Lay's ads prominent slots in commercial breaks.
Frito-Lay has issued a voluntary recall of a limited number of Doritos Nacho Cheese Flavored Tortilla Chips distributed in Pennsylvania due to the presence of undeclared soy and wheat allergens. The recall affects less than 7,000 bags of 14.5 oz and 1 oz chips, and consumers with allergies or sensitivities to soy or wheat are advised not to consume the product. No other Frito-Lay or Doritos products are affected, and no allergic reactions have been reported so far. Consumers can contact Frito-Lay Consumer Relations for more information.
PepsiCo's second-quarter earnings report exceeded expectations, with strong performance in its Frito-Lay division and international markets. The company saw a 10.4% increase in net sales, driven by price increases and new innovations in Frito-Lay. PepsiCo raised its full-year outlook and reported organic sales growth of 13%. However, aggressive price increases impacted beverage and snack volumes. Analysts remain optimistic about PepsiCo's growth potential and strong execution.
The new Hulu movie "Flamin' Hot" tells the story of Richard Montañez, a Frito-Lay janitor who claims to have invented the popular Cheetos flavor. However, a 2021 Los Angeles Times report contradicts Montañez's account, citing company records and interviews with Frito-Lay employees who say the spicy Cheetos were actually developed by employees in Texas. Frito-Lay disputes Montañez's claims and says they do not credit him with the creation of Flamin' Hot Cheetos. The controversy has not affected the movie's release, which is centered on Montañez's journey from janitor to corporate executive.
Frito-Lay has issued a voluntary recall of select 15 oz. Tostitos Avocado Salsa Jar Dips that may contain an undeclared milk allergen. The back of the jar is mislabeled with another product’s nutrition information and declarations, resulting in the allergen milk not being declared on the label. The product was distributed nationwide at retail stores and via e-commerce channels. Consumers with an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk should not consume the product and discard it immediately. No allergic reactions related to this matter have been reported to date.
The new movie "Flamin' Hot," directed by Eva Longoria, tells the inspiring story of Richard Montañez, a Latino man who rose from being a janitor to inventing Flamin' Hot Cheetos. However, claims that he was the sole creator of the flavor have been discredited by an investigation by the Los Angeles Times. The movie has been controversial, but Longoria stands by the story as told from Montañez's point of view.
Eva Longoria's new movie "Flamin' Hot" tells the true story of Richard Montañez, a Chicano man who started as a janitor at Frito-Lay and eventually became a marketing executive who made the Latino community a viable market for the company. Despite a recent LA Times article debunking Montañez's claim that he invented Flamin' Hot Cheetos, Longoria and producer DeVon Franklin stand by the movie as representing the true story of how the chips became a phenomenon and the lasting impact of Montañez's contributions. The movie is now airing on Hulu.
Eva Longoria's directorial debut, "Flamin' Hot," is now streaming on Hulu and Disney+. The biopic tells the story of Richard Montañez, a Mexican American janitor who rose through the ranks at Frito-Lay and created the wildly popular Flamin' Hot Cheetos corn snack. While Frito-Lay disputes Montañez's claims, the film includes nods to the possibility of the Flamin' Hot flavor being developed in the Midwest at the same time. Longoria hopes the film will inspire more Latino stories in Hollywood.
Jesse Garcia discusses his role as Richard Montañez in the upcoming film "Flamin' Hot," directed by Eva Longoria. The film tells the story of Montañez's rise from a janitor at Frito-Lay to the creator of the wildly successful Flamin' Hot Cheetos brand. Garcia talks about the importance of the film for Latino representation in Hollywood and addresses the controversy surrounding Montañez's claim to have invented the snack. He also discusses his experience working with Longoria as a director and actor, and his hopes to create more opportunities for Latinos in the industry through his own directing work.
Hulu's "Flamin' Hot" tells the story of how a Mexican American janitor came up with the idea of adding spice to cornmeal, creating the popular snack Flamin' Hot Cheetos. While the accuracy of the story is questionable, the film is a tale of perseverance, family love, proud heritage, and blue-collar success, directed by Eva Longoria in her directorial debut. The film explores the insecurity of factory shift workers, the stress of integrating into white culture, and the ability to silence the voices in your head that urge you to quit. Despite allegations that the story is fabricated, the film is a fun and engrossing watch.