#arizona

Truist Financial is divesting its near-prime auto loan business. This action will lead to the closure of a facility in the East Valley. Approximately 120 jobs in Tempe will be eliminated as a result. The bank holding company is selling off this specific segment of its operations. This move impacts local employment and a specific financial service.

Tempe, Arizona

https://www.bizjournals.com/phoenix/news/2026/09/21/truist-subprime-loan-unit-closure-tempe-layoffs.html

West Pharmaceutical Services will discontinue a product line by the end of September. Becton, Di-kinson and Co. is relocating manufacturing operations to different sites. These actions are expected to impact employees in Tempe and Scottsdale. Both companies have issued WARN notices regarding these changes. The specific number of affected employees was not detailed.

Tempe, Scottsdale

https://www.bizjournals.com/phoenix/news/2026/09/18/two-health-firms-warn-of-layoffs-in-metro-phoenix.html

https://www.azfamily.com/2026/09/14/3-hospitalized-7-others-treated-bee-stings-chandler-intel-campus/

Six Arizona companies initiated mass layoffs during August, impacting approximately 1,639 individuals. The most significant contributor to these job losses was Salad and Go, which ceased all operations. This restaurant chain employed around 1,300 people before its sudden closure. The article details the economic impact of these widespread workforce reductions across the state. Further analysis of the affected sectors is ongoing.

Arizona

https://www.azcentral.com/story/money/jobs-economy/2026/09/02/arizona-august-mass-layoffs-slashed-1600-jobs/91564398007/

Many senior employees in chandler doing the badge and leave in Arizona with zero consequences. Intel can’t figure this sh-t out

Central Admixture Pharmacy Services (CAPS) will close its Phoenix facility. This closure will result in the layoff of 116 employees. The company specializes in sterile preparations for healthcare facilities. Layoffs are scheduled to begin in late August. Some positions will continue until the end of the year.

Phoenix, Arizona

https://www.abc15.com/news/business/pennsylvania-pharmacy-shutters-phoenix-facility-cutting-116-jobs

The Arizona House of Representatives has laid off approximately 10% of its staff. These cuts affect non-partisan and administrative roles, including secretaries, security, and analysts. The layoffs are a direct result of recent state budget reductions. This action comes despite similar budget cuts affecting the State Senate and Governor's Office, which did not result in job losses. House leaders have faced scrutiny for recent expenditures on capital improvements and legal fees.

Phoenix, AZ

https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/14/arizona-house-slashes-staff-after-budget-cuts/

Arizona being run into the ground. Mining cable in the underground. Not fixing cut or damaged cables. Disqualifying customers due to bad section and bad cable. No f1s, cr-ppy f2s,dslams always down. Apps that don’t work, 30 plus days out on installs,10 days out on cable repair,give me my buyout This place su-ks. #Lumen8.

Paragon Space Development Corp. has laid off 70 employees due to NASA's decision to halt its lunar space station program. The company was a subcontractor responsible for life-support systems for the HALO module. NASA is now prioritizing a lunar surface base over an orbiting station. This workforce reduction is described as a difficult decision for the company. Paragon continues to focus on its core expertise in life-support systems for human spaceflight.

Tucson, Arizona

https://www.al.com/news/2026/08/nasa-lunar-program-shutdown-triggers-layoffs-at-space-contractor-one-of-the-most-difficult-decisions.html

Mesa Public Schools is preparing to implement staff layoffs for the upcoming 2026-27 school year. This decision stems from a projected decrease in student enrollment, which directly impacts the district's funding. The district is hoping that attrition through retirements and resignations will mitigate the number of positions ultimately eliminated. While the exact number of affected employees has not been disclosed, the district is exploring various strategies to manage the reduction in force. These strategies include offering incentives for early retirement and considering involuntary transfers for some staff members.

Mesa, Arizona

https://www.themesatribune.com/news/mesa-school-district-readying-pink-slips-amid-enrollment-slide/article_76c0a031-9196-42cd-8ba3-c7792f78a29e.html

Mesa Public Schools will lay off 50 employees following the current academic year due to declining student enrollment. The district anticipates losing approximately 2,400 students, which translates to a loss of $18.3 million in funding. These reductions impact various roles, including teachers, a biomedical science instructor, a behavioral specialist, and instructional coaches. The Governing Board approved the layoffs with a 4-0-1 vote. This marks the second consecutive year of staff reductions for the district.

Mesa, Arizona

https://www.themesatribune.com/news/mesa-school-board-approves-staff-layoffs/article_e2a01320-d8c1-4837-aa6e-ea13be72364b.html

German semiconductor company Infineon Technologies America Corp. is closing its Mesa manufacturing facility. The company filed a WARN notice with the Arizona Department of Economic Security. This closure will result in the layoff of 98 employees. The plant is scheduled to cease operations by September 30. Production, quality, and facility management roles will be affected by this decision.

Mesa, AZ

https://www.abc15.com/news/business/german-semiconductor-firm-shutters-mesa-plant-lays-off-workers

Arizona employees — we see what’s happening.

Arizonans, we want to hear from you.

Leadership keeps telling us they “don’t know” what’s happening, but then how do they explain all the background changes?

You don’t make major structural changes unless you’re preparing for something.

And it’s starting to feel like leadership genuinely believes employees are too stupid to notice.

Distributor Essendant has warned of a possible shutdown, impacting at least 1,100 employees through layoffs. The company is actively exploring asset sales and seeking new capital to avert liquidation. These significant job cuts follow a recent strategic pivot away from office supplies towards JanSan, foodservice, and technology products. Essendant's efforts to restructure its business and distribution network have taken a critical turn. The company's future remains uncertain as it navigates these challenging financial and operational circumstances.

https://www.mdm.com/news/featured/featured-blog/essendant-warns-of-possible-shutdown-amid-hundreds-of-layoffs/

Glendale Elementary School District anticipates significant enrollment declines by 2035. This trend may lead to school closures and staff layoffs as early as 2027. District leaders are developing a financial plan to address these challenges. Voters might be asked to approve new tax measures and bond funding. The district prioritizes student safety and a stable learning environment.

Glendale, AZ

https://www.abc15.com/news/region-west-valley/glendale/glendale-elementary-school-district-warns-of-declining-enrollment-possible-school-closures-and-layoffs-ahead

Was recently laid-off (displaced) from the Chandler site. I am getting a severance and paid out for PTO and two months of paid non-working time. At what point should I contact AZ Unemployment office? From what I can tell, I won’t qualify for unemployment benefits while getting severance. Is this true? I don’t want to sc--w myself out of the little bit of unemployment AZ offers as every little bit helps, but the AZ DES website is very confusing and impossible to get a live rep.

Arizona's workforce network is organizing job fairs and career workshops for over 700 employees and 400 contractors laid off from Lucid's Casa Grande plant. These events aim to connect displaced workers with new employment opportunities. The state agency is providing free resume help, interview preparation, and career coaching. These initiatives are part of a broader effort to support individuals navigating career transitions. The goal is to keep affected workers within the local labor force.

Casa Grande, Arizona

https://eletric-vehicles.com/lucid/lucid-cuts-leave-700-employees-400-contractors-job-hunting-in-casa-grande/

Lucid Motors announced layoffs impacting its Casa Grande plant. Over 1,000 employees and contractors were affected by these cuts. Arizona@Work Pinal County is providing comprehensive support. This includes organizing hiring events and career workshops. Job seekers can receive help with resumes and interview skills.

Casa Grande, Arizona

https://www.pinalcentral.com/casa_grande_dispatch/resources-hiring-events-planned-for-those-impacted-by-lucid-layoffs/article_5ab35c64-f89a-4d6a-828a-1ec9e3ad198e.html

Central Admixture Pharmacy Services will begin layoffs. These layoffs are scheduled for August. The company is closing its Phoenix facility. This action affects its 503B sterile compounding business. The company is exiting this specific business segment.

Phoenix, Arizona

https://www.bizjournals.com/phoenix/news/2026/06/30/central-admixture-pharmacy-services-layoff-116.html

Lucid's Casa Grande factory announced major job cuts. Over 1,100 Arizona workers faced layoffs in June 2026. Eight WARN notices detailed these affected positions. These notices listed 1,154 affected workers. This number is an increase from May's 877 affected workers.

Casa Grande, Arizona

https://www.azcentral.com/story/money/business/jobs/2026/07/01/lucid-fedex-arizona-mass-layoffs-june-2026/90742044007/

Ingram Micro Services plans to close its facility in Chandler. This closure will result in 75 job reductions. The company filed a WARN notice about the plant shutdown. This action is part of an effort to optimize operations. It also aims to better serve customers.

Chandler, Arizona

https://www.bizjournals.com/phoenix/news/2026/07/01/ingram-micro-services-workforce-reduction.html

Lucid is replacing almost its entire executive team under new CEO Silvio Napoli. This leadership overhaul follows the struggling EV maker cutting 18% of its workforce. The company also recently withdrew its 2026 production guidance. New hires include a Chief Financial Officer, Chief Technology Officer, and Chief Customer Officer. Lucid is also creating a distinct business unit for robotaxis, AI, and advanced technologies.

Casa Grande, Arizona

https://electrek.co/2026/07/02/lucid-c-suite-overhaul-napoli/

https://www.azcentral.com/story/money/business/jobs/2026/07/01/lucid-fedex-arizona-mass-layoffs-june-2026/90742044007/

Phoenix-based Central Admixture Pharmacy Services announced 116 layoffs. The pharmaceutical company filed a WARN notice on June 25. CAPS is the nation's largest network of outsourcing admixture pharmacies. These layoffs contribute to a weakening Arizona job market. The state's unemployment rate rose to 4.8% in May.

Phoenix, AZ

https://patch.com/arizona/phoenix/layoffs-slashing-more-100-jobs-phoenix-pharmacy-company

Lucid Motors announced 705 positions eliminated in Arizona. The majority of these cuts affect its Casa Grande factory. This represents an 18% cut to its overall US staff. The company will remove a second production shift. The cuts aim to match output with market demand.

Casa Grande, Arizona

https://eletric-vehicles.com/lucid/lucid-says-705-workers-affected-at-arizona-plant-in-layoff-breakdown/

Lucid Motors recently declared additional job reductions. The company is decreasing its total employee count by 18 percent. This affects 705 individuals at their Casa Grande, Arizona plant. The local community now faces increased economic uncertainty. These are the second staff cuts implemented by Lucid this year.

Casa Grande, AZ

https://www.azfamily.com/2026/06/24/still-shock-casa-grande-feels-impact-after-lucid-motors-layoffs/

Lucid Group announced significant layoffs. Over 1,400 employees will be affected companywide. Hundreds of these job cuts are in Arizona. This action aligns production with current demand. One C-suite executive also lost their position.

Phoenix, Arizona

https://www.bizjournals.com/phoenix/news/2026/06/22/lucid-motors-layoffs-second-round-new-ceo.html

https://www.azcentral.com/story/money/business/jobs/2026/06/09/arizona-layoffs-eased-in-may-labor-market-still-mixed/90462646007/

Reyes Beverage Company acquired assets from Republic National Distribution Company. This deal included RNDC's Phoenix distribution facility. Reyes acquired the Phoenix facility on June 2 for $42.6 million. RNDC previously filed a notice of potential layoffs. This notice affected 211 jobs at the Phoenix warehouse.

Phoenix, Arizona

https://www.abc15.com/news/business/reyes-beverage-buys-phoenix-distribution-facility-where-layoffs-were-announced

FedEx plans to close a facility in Phoenix. Approximately 100 employees will be laid off. A WARN notice was issued on June 2. The facility is expected to shut down in early August. This move is part of FedEx's "Network 2.0" operational improvements.

Phoenix, Arizona

https://www.12news.com/article/news/local/arizona/fedex-announces-100-layoffs-closing-down-phoenix-facility-arizona/75-4f760ec2-4e7b-4f4e-a135-5e17c40f6633

SDH Education West, LLC, doing business as Sodexo, filed WARN notices. The company plans to lay off 489 employees in Phoenix. Sodexo provides catering and facilities management services. Its Arizona partnership was with Grand Canyon University. These job cuts contribute to a rising unemployment rate in the state.

Phoenix, AZ

https://patch.com/arizona/phoenix/nearly-500-laid-major-phoenix-company

I think we can all agree with the current sentiment around growth.And the way sites have been closing the last five years, Tucson is next. They do not care about employees in arizona. We have taken a back burner since Brad left. If you look at the 10-k reports, we can see this. The only thing I can't find in.It is an exact lease renewal date, if anybody knows.

Arizona employers filed nine layoff notices in April. These notices announced plans to cut 940 jobs across the state. The layoffs affected various sectors. These included food service and nonprofit social services. Youth residential programs and beverage distribution also saw cuts.

Arizona

https://www.azcentral.com/story/money/business/economy/2026/05/01/arizona-layoffs-april-2026/89837962007/

Four companies with a Tucson footprint plan 382 job cuts. These layoffs are detailed in recent state WARN Act notices. VisionQuest National, headquartered in Tucson, will cut 203 positions. DLH Solutions and Catholic Community Services are also impacted. Stagnant federal funding is cited for some of these reductions.

Tucson, Arizona

https://patch.com/arizona/tucson/hundreds-jobs-cut-4-tucson-area-companies-warn-notices-show

Financing for build-to-rent projects has halted nationwide. This is due to a federal housing bill moving through Congress. Hancock Builders, a Phoenix developer, has seven projects under construction. Founder Greg Hancock stated the entire industry is shut down. Hancock Builders may lay off workers if new projects cannot secure financing.

Phoenix, Arizona

https://www.abc15.com/news/business/phoenix-developers-face-layoffs-as-capital-dries-up-amid-federal-housing-legislation

Republic National Distributing Company (RNDC) announced layoffs. A WARN Notice was filed for 211 Phoenix employees. This follows the sale of RNDC's Arizona operations. Reyes Beverage Group acquired these operations in March. The notice provides 60 days advance warning for affected workers.

Phoenix, AZ

https://www.azfamily.com/2026/04/24/beverage-distributor-files-over-200-layoffs-phoenix/

Companies are laying off workers after adopting artificial intelligence. This trend is known as "AI boomerangs." These same companies later rehire staff. Leaders reassess AI capabilities and limitations. Robert Half expert Travis Laird discussed this phenomenon.

https://www.azfamily.com/video/2026/04/16/ai-boomerang-hiring-trend-why-companies-rehire-after-ai-layoffs-generation-ai/

Phoenix, AZ

The Tendit Group LLC, a Denver construction company, will shut down. This closure will result in 143 employee layoffs. The company cited financial struggles and an inability to turn a profit. Layoffs affect employees in both Colorado and Arizona. The process began today and will conclude by April 30.

https://www.9news.com/article/money/business/tendit-group-construction-company-closure-layoffs/73-53a08e70-7563-42f8-ae31-ac3de5d84482

Tendit Group is closing its maintenance firm. The company was not profitable. This led to its permanent closure. A total of 143 employees were laid off. Layoffs occurred in Arizona and Denver.

https://www.bizjournals.com/phoenix/news/2026/04/15/tendit-group-denver-phoenix-layoffs-closure.html