#jobsecurity

Been here for six years, top performer, got zero promotions. "Promotion coming" has been a chorus I've been hearing almost weekly for the past three years. And yet here I am, still waiting. If you want to grow your career, make sure to stay away as far as you can from Cigna.

FedEx is laying off 173 workers across Southern California due to a multi-year network transformation. This reorganization aims to combine air and ground operations into a single logistics system. Several shipping facilities in Palm Springs, Victorville, and San Diego will permanently close. These layoffs are part of a larger initiative to achieve significant annual savings. The company is providing support to affected employees through job placement and relocation assistance.

San Bernardino, California

https://www.ocregister.com/2026/08/11/fedex-laying-off-173-workers-at-facilities-across-southern-california/

https://www.chron.com/news/article/t-mobile-layoffs-texas-22384029.php

It’s been real quite. I want to say that we are safe… no more layoffs ??

I’ve recently been offered a corporate position in a software development role that pays more than other offers I’ve received. I’m a US citizen, and I’d have to relocate to Jersey City for the role. Is it worth relocating to a more expensive city with Schwab?

My current company is constantly laying departments off and outsourcing, and I’m worried about going to a similar or worse environment.

I am very curious how a company like Dell, where layoffs happen almost every Monday, even survive for so long?! How do we support our products and quality?

I was told the ISP is done for my department so I'm safe. But makes me wonder for how long. I just started at Centene in April after being laid off from another company. I'm so burnt out. I'm acting happy and taking on extra work but my morale is gone. I don't know how much I can handle the lack of ceos caring about their employees.

Automakers and labor unions are preparing for a significant confrontation over the increasing integration of robots and AI in manufacturing. This issue was a central theme at a recent industry conference in Detroit, highlighting the tangible impact of automation. Workers view the rise of robots as an existential threat to their jobs and livelihoods. Automakers, conversely, see automation as crucial for future competitiveness and efficiency. The debate centers on how to navigate this technological shift while addressing the concerns of the workforce.

Detroit, Michigan

https://www.detroitnews.com/story/business/autos/2026/06/19/automakers-and-workers-face-existential-fight-over-robots-future/90610241007/

Anyone from SMHK affected yet? They all but promised us our jobs but I’m nervous…

Are there any ongoing layoffs today? The gates of the Bellevue buildings are up.

The Layoffs Xerox Didn’t Want You to Notice: 1,255 Jobs Cut in 2026. (google this )

Railcrew Xpress will eliminate over 400 jobs due to a lost contract. The company transports railroad crews between trains. This significant reduction follows the termination of a contract with a major Eastern railroad. The exact number of affected positions exceeds 400.

Kansas City, Missouri

https://www.bizjournals.com/kansascity/news/2026/01/05/railcrew-xpress-lay-off-418-loss-csx-contract.html

Expedia Group is planning to lay off 100 employees at its North Austin office. These job reductions are scheduled to begin in April. The travel tech company did not provide a specific reason for the layoffs. This follows recent cuts to its technology team and previous workforce reductions in Austin last year.

Austin, Texas

https://www.bizjournals.com/austin/news/2026/02/05/expedia-is-planning-layoffs.html

I see lots of jobs open so why are they not trying to move people who are on the RIF list to these spots? Yes, some require specialized degrees, such as nurses, but many of them don't. In 90% of these jobs, people can be trained to do them. Why would they let experience walk out the door? People who've been here for years could easily transition. Is it because they're going to bring in new folks at lower pay? Make it make sense.

Any PL's get let go today? I noticed a few in my dept were offline today. My PL logged off aroud 9am and never got back on. I hope not, because I really enjoy working under them. If a PL was let go, it wouldn't be immediate, would it?

Anyone else reached that magic stage of corporate where no one knows what you do including you? Responsibilities evaporating. is this job security , organizational incompetence or a layoff load screen

What's the point of all of these recruiting and connection events they're doing for interns, new employees etc. they are just going to be working the same dead end jobs we are, one day here gone the next, or one day working on a project next day reallocated to something completely different.

Fluor Enterprises Inc. is implementing layoffs affecting 66 employees. This action was formally announced through a WARN notice. The company has a significant presence in Alabama, with operations in multiple cities. These reductions follow earlier reports of widespread IT job cuts. The layoffs commenced at the end of July.

https://www.al.com/business/2026/08/construction-company-begins-layoffs-affecting-66-employees-in-alabama.html

Bay Minette, Alabama

Nearly 12,000 jobs have been eliminated across Washington state in 2026, impacting 84 companies. Major technology and communications firms like Amazon, Meta, and Microsoft are among those with the largest workforce reductions. The state's Employment Security Department tracks these layoffs through its WARN portal. Displaced workers may qualify for unemployment benefits and retraining programs. This trend highlights a challenging economic period for the state's workforce.

Washington

https://newstalkkit.com/washington-biggest-job-layoffs-of-2026/

Over 250 Minnesota workers will lose their jobs as four companies filed WARN notices in July. These filings indicate mass layoffs or facility closures across the state. Northern Iron in St. Paul is ceasing operations entirely by year-end, impacting 86 employees. Pearson's Candy Company will close its St. Paul manufacturing facility, affecting 80 workers due to financial unsustainability. Acuity Brands Lighting is closing its Winona plant, with an unspecified number of employees affected. Transdev Services in Rochester will close its facility after its city contract ends, impacting approximately 84 employees.

St. Paul, MN

https://patch.com/minnesota/saintpaul/these-mn-companies-had-mass-layoffs-july-list

Resource Label Group is closing one of its Nashville locations. This action will result in job losses for some employees. The article does not specify the exact number of workers affected. The facility's closure date is also not provided. Further details are reserved for subscribers.

Nashville, Tennessee

https://www.bizjournals.com/nashville/news/2026/08/07/resource-label-group-closure-layoffs.html

https://www.fastcompany.com/91586807/tech-layoffs-august-2026-update-tiktok-etsy-zillow-slash-jobs?partner=rss&utm_source=rss&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=rss+fastcompany&utm_content=rss

The Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution has eliminated 26 positions due to federal funding reductions and delays. This action reflects broader financial challenges impacting research institutions nationwide. The affected roles supported scientific research and institutional operations. WHOI relies heavily on government grants and contracts for its funding. These layoffs highlight the vulnerability of scientific endeavors to federal budget fluctuations.

Woods Hole, Massachusetts

https://www.capecodtimes.com/story/news/local/2026/08/08/woods-hole-oceanographic-institution-layoffs-cape-cod-falmouth/91118431007/

Aggressively moving towards Outsourcing, shifting high-value roles to teams in India and Argentina solely to cut costs. While this looks good on a balance sheet, the human cost in the US is devastating.
Domestic employees are being left with near-zero job security. They are expected to maintain high performance while constantly looking over their shoulders, wondering if their jobs will be outsourced next. This environment goes beyond standard corporate pressure—it is causing severe mental stress, burnout, and anxiety.Cost efficiency shouldn't come at the cost of basic human security.
Shame on their leadership, True Leadership means protecting the well-being of the people who built the foundation of the company. We need an open, honest conversation about sustainable global hiring practices that do not discard domestic talent.

I’m forced to relocate to Dallas this year. I have kids in elementary school. What is your routine like if you live in Frisco? I am sole earner and can’t lose this job.

Bryan and Michelle Hofmann, the husband-and-wife morning anchor team at KRIS 6 in Corpus Christi, are leaving the station after their positions were eliminated in company-wide layoffs. The couple, who have worked at KRIS 6 since 2022 and became popular for their on-air chemistry and personal story, said their final broadcast will be August 18, 2026. They also dismissed rumors that they were being replaced by artificial intelligence, noting that the cuts affected other journalists and staff across the company. The Hofmanns thanked viewers for embracing them and said they have not yet announced what they plan to do next.

https://www.expressnews.com/news/article/married-texas-tv-anchors-leaving-kris-6-layoffs-22380157.php

Looks like there are about 88k employees at Fidelity and only about 800 job openings. According to AI stats available online, a company that has over 80k employees should have between 1,600 to 4,000 open positions at any given time. This represents roughly 2% to 5% of the total workforce. Does anyone know why the number is so low for Fidelity? Is this typical in the financial services industry? Just curious!

Joined FIS not long after Covid, things were honestly great the first year or so. Got to own things, got to work on innovative stuff. But then came the reorgs and senior leadership changes. The rest was history, everything went to sh-t for the next 3-4 years. I knew I should’ve left by year 3, but a combination of personal reasons and getting too comfortable kept me procrastinating. With all the layoffs this year I knew I couldn’t put it off anymore. thought the market would be sh-t but it’s actually not as bad as everyone make it seem. Got a couple offers within a month. I’ve been working at the new gig for about a month now, and holy sh-t has it put things into perspective. I knew FIS was disorganized but honestly it looks like a bunch of middle schoolers running a corporation looking back. And they treated their employees like human garbage, barely even count as a number, that takes a toll on your mind and body. So guys unless you’re not far from retirement, start applying TODAY, get out of there for you and your family’s sake.

That feeling when a return offer was within your grasp... and then taken away...

Another fake career fair planned for week of august 21
But No hours whatsoever

I am currently a grade 7 with I-shares that will mature for the first year in December. I am considering taking a grade 6 role, does anyone if that will mean a forfeiture of my I-shares? I could not find anything on the shares site or Fid Central to answer my question.

Lately some movement of people that are senior and Director and above level under a program manager is to save their own job or to let them go? Tr.. sh!!! check the changes

So I can see my schedule but on September 28th it shows no data available and I thought we could see our schedules up to 2 months in advance but I could be wrong. I'm wondering if this means getting laid off in September???

WCiBO call today discussed why we are now USBank India . Reasoning was because all the other banks are offshoring, we are now a global company and we need workers across the globe to serve our global customers. Also said required to have employees in India for regulatory reasons.

Did I miss anything else?

Like Susan Collin’s, I am concerned, especially with talk about helping us find another job and severance.

Oh well, at least we get severance

Anyone know what grade levels are targeted for the next round? I’m new in my career and don’t know if I should be worried

How depressing it must be to work for a company in a hot growth market who can’t grow revenue. Get out before they RIF you. It’s like being in a bad marriage. I understand why you would stay if you have minimal savings or just like living in San Diego. But for your own mental health just walk out right now. You can thank me later.

Any CSAs hear anything? I havent seen or heard about any customer service advocates getting hit? Not member services but people who have customer service advocate behind their name on teams? Nearly my whole team has been here over 2 years so idk if they accepted the vsp or declined it. Not sure if any of us will have a job soon

New data reveals that sales professionals are increasingly hesitant to join companies that have recently experienced layoffs. This trend significantly impacts hiring decisions, as candidates now prioritize stability and trust over potential opportunities. A vast majority of interviewed candidates expressed reluctance to consider roles at organizations with a history of job cuts. This suggests a shift in candidate perception, where layoffs are viewed as indicators of instability and leadership concerns. Employers must now focus on rebuilding candidate confidence to attract top sales talent.

New York, NY

https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/quota-crushers-agency-releases-new-internal-sales-recruitment-data-1036412135

I heard they're tightening the belt and only renewing some contractor positions. From what I've been told, unless you're considered top tier, renewals may not happen.

After the roller coaster of the last several months, this just feels like another blow for contractors.

Anyone else heard something?

I work for fidelis care and am now afraid I'll be out of a job. No one has said anything. I am in authorizations.