The Georgia Department of Labor confirmed Mohawk Industries has notified the state of its intent to close a plant in Cartersville by Aug. 23, plunging more than 225 workers into the ranks of the unemployed.

The plant, at 200 Industrial Drive in Cartersville, is a spun yarn facility.

“The plant closure at Mohawk in Cartersville will create a difficult situation for the workers and their families. I want them to know that they’re not alone in dealing with this situation,” said Georgia Labor Commissioner Michael Thurmond.

The Department of Labor will assist the employees in their effort to find a new job or avail themselves of training and job retraining programs.