Tower Semiconductor is planning three week-long shutdowns for most of its Newport Beach operations amid an industry slowdown — a move that will furlough nearly 700 workers.

The Israeli-based chipmaker — which makes integrated circuits for the automotive, medical, industrial, aerospace and defense industries — confirmed it will shutter most of its operations April 1-7, with more partial shutdowns scheduled for July 1-7 and Oct.…

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