#layoffs

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

Enkei America Inc. will cease operations at its aluminum wheel manufacturing facility in North Jacksonville. This closure will result in the elimination of 62 jobs. The plant is scheduled to shut down by the end of August. The company filed official notice of these layoffs with the state. This decision impacts local employment in the manufacturing sector.

Jacksonville, Florida

https://www.jacksonville.com/story/business/2026/07/08/enkei-america-to-close-jacksonville-facility/90851482007/

https://www.calcalistech.com/ctechnews/article/rjrwxydizg

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

Our VP on infrastructure in BTS was let go yesterday. We have an all hands call this afternoon, I'm assuming to learn about a reorg.

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is implementing staff reductions. These cuts are raising concerns among meteorologists. Local weather forecasters rely on NOAA for crucial data and support. The potential impact on weather forecasting accuracy is a significant worry. Meteorologists are expressing apprehension about these developments.

Brooklyn Park, Minnesota

https://mshale.com/d85b8995/c16d7844WxANoEcsNIg

British tobacco firm Imperial Brands is preparing to eliminate thousands of positions across its international operations. This significant workforce reduction is part of a broader company-wide restructuring initiative. The exact number of affected roles and the timeline for these layoffs have not yet been disclosed. The company aims to streamline its business and enhance operational efficiency. Key markets identified for this restructuring include the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, Spain, and Australia.

https://www.ndtvprofit.com/business/imperial-brands-job-cuts-thousands-of-roles-at-risk-in-us-uk-and-europe-11891158

Weeks after reducing staff, Life360's chief executive is optimistic about future hiring. The company had previously scaled back recruitment efforts earlier in the year. This strategic move was intended to provide greater flexibility for future staffing needs. Now, the company anticipates a continued increase in its workforce over time.

https://www.capitalbrief.com/article/life360-ready-to-hire-again-signalling-end-to-ai-driven-layoffs-e33ef636-9846-46e7-a04d-ffb06d4e6c29/

San Francisco, California

Bethesda Game Studios, known for titles like Fallout and The Elder Scrolls, is reducing its workforce. A Texas Workforce Commission filing indicates ZeniMax Media is laying off 22 employees at its Austin office. This action follows a broader announcement of 4,800 layoffs by parent company Microsoft. The reasons for these cuts are attributed to business changes and a competitive industry landscape. The connection between these layoffs and Microsoft's larger workforce reductions is currently unconfirmed.

Austin, Texas

https://www.kvue.com/article/money/business/bethesda-game-studios-zenimax-austin-layoffs/269-beb6242d-8084-4632-a357-3fed704accb5

The latest earnings call and filings are worrying. I read somewhere that $1m per day is going towards interest payments? Can we expect even more layoffs?

Well, I guess it was finally my turn.

On August 10th, I received a Teams invite for a “prioritized meeting.” I already knew what it was before I joined. I’ve been following these posts and paying attention to what has been happening within Centene, so I wasn’t surprised.

And strangely enough, I’m not sad. I’m not angry. I really don’t feel any type of way about it. I think that’s because I’ve seen the writing on the wall for a long time.

I’ve been with Centene for 8 years, and one thing I’ve learned is not to get too comfortable here.

For those who don’t know the history, Centene completed its acquisition of WellCare in January 2020. In 2021, Centene announced a restructuring that eliminated approximately 3,000 employees and 1,500 open positions. Then in 2023, another approximately 2,000 employees were laid off. And now here we are in 2026 going through another major restructuring.

At some point, you have to recognize the pattern.

And I want people who were impacted to understand something: this says more about the company than it does about you or your ability to do your job.

My experience with the culture at Centene has not been a positive one. There is a lot of “buddy-buddy” behavior, favoritism and bias. Sometimes the environment honestly gives mean girl/mean boy energy. The company talks about having an open-door policy, but from my experience, that door doesn't always feel very open. You can raise concerns, provide documentation and go through the appropriate channels and still walk away feeling like absolutely nothing was addressed.

I've also watched employees be expected to take on responsibilities outside of what they were originally hired to do, sometimes without the title or compensation that should come with that additional responsibility.

And I’ll say this carefully because I don't throw accusations of racism around lightly: there were situations I personally witnessed or experienced where the difference in how certain groups of employees were treated made me question whether race or other biases played a role. That's my experience and my observation.

I worked as a Business Analyst within the Florida health plan organization, and the culture within my area simply was not what Centene publicly says its culture is supposed to represent.

What I also struggle to understand about these reductions is how the company determines where the cuts are made. If membership and health-plan performance are major drivers, I would expect performance at the health-plan level to be a significant part of those decisions. Instead, employees are left trying to understand why certain positions and departments are eliminated while others remain.

And yes, companies are moving toward AI, automation and doing more with fewer people. That's reality. But companies still have a responsibility to remember that the numbers on an organizational chart represent actual people.

Even the way my notification was handled left a bad taste in my mouth. I was told I could take the remainder of the day off. Afterward, a meeting was held where my situation was discussed with others. I found that extremely tacky and unnecessary. If I wanted coworkers to know that I had been laid off, I should have been allowed to tell them myself.

But at the end of the day, it is what it is.

For everyone who was impacted: don't automatically look at this as the worst thing that could happen to you. Sometimes something that feels like a door closing is really pushing you toward something better. There are companies out here that will value your experience, compensate you fairly and treat you like a human being instead of a headcount.

And for those who survived this round: please don't get comfortable.

Eight years taught me that longevity does not equal security. Your performance does not guarantee security. Your knowledge does not guarantee security. Being loyal to a company does not mean the company will be loyal to you.

Do your job. Learn everything you can. Build your résumé. Keep your LinkedIn updated. Build relationships outside of Centene. Keep your certifications current. And always have a Plan B.

I don't know what the future holds for Centene. Maybe things will improve. I hope they do for the employees who remain.

But Centene also has to understand that repeated restructuring and employee experiences eventually become part of a company's reputation. When people start saying, “Don't apply there because you'll eventually get laid off” or “Don't work there because of the culture,” that's something leadership should pay attention to.

To everybody affected by this round: keep your head up.

This may not be the ending.

It may be your exit.

Cybersecurity company Rapid7 has announced significant staff reductions. The company is eliminating 12% of its workforce. These cuts follow the recent appointment of Wael Mohamed as CEO. Mohamed assumed leadership shortly after a settlement with activist investor Jana Partners. The article does not provide further details on the reasons for the layoffs.

Boston, Massachusetts

https://www.bizjournals.com/boston/news/2026/08/10/rapid7-layoffs-new-ceo.html

Even though the government has increased the H-1B fees, I bet Fiserv will still continue to renew people’s H-1Bs while not giving others their merit increases.

Chicago City Treasurer Melissa Conyears-Ervin has proposed disbanding the $57 million Catalyst Fund. This action is intended to avert mid-year layoffs for police and fire departments. The fund was established to stimulate development in underserved neighborhoods but never attracted outside investment. Conyears-Ervin believes reallocating these funds is a necessary step to address the city's current financial deficit. She argues that protecting essential city services is a greater priority than maintaining the underperforming fund.

Chicago, Illinois

https://chicago.suntimes.com/city-hall/2026/08/10/city-treasurer-melissa-conyears-ervin-proposal-abolish-chicago-catalyst-fund

Anyone receive a Fidelity special tax notice in the mail stating that your job changed last month? Did Centene notify fidelity before telling us that we are getting laid off? The letter came with a packet labeled SPD

Wonderful news about RD being fired in Haynesville area. Such a cocky little guy. Was disliked by many but was the Ops Manager best buddy. So..., no one would cross him. Everything eventually comes out in the wash though. (Karma)

The company pours in millions to h1 folks in the form of application fees, attorney fees etc. but mistreats citizens very badly and low ba--s their salaries. They should move their Head quarters to India.

FedEx is significantly reducing its operational footprint by closing hundreds of facilities across the United States. This strategic move is part of a multiyear initiative to streamline its delivery network and decrease expenses. The company has already shuttered over 200 locations, resulting in approximately 3,152 employee layoffs. FedEx aims to close a total of 475 facilities by the end of 2027. This consolidation is intended to create a more efficient, integrated delivery system.

https://americanbazaaronline.com/2026/08/10/fedex-layoffs-closures-network-2-0-486128/

Monterey Mushrooms has seen significant workforce reductions since its acquisition by Paine Schwartz. Over 1,000 employees have been laid off across multiple facilities. These closures have impacted operations in Florida, Illinois, and California. The company cited various reasons including aging infrastructure and increased costs. Negotiations are ongoing regarding severance and benefits for affected workers.

https://pestakeholder.org/news/paine-schwartz-owned-monterey-mushrooms-layoffs-top-1000/

Cybersecurity firm Rapid7 has announced significant job cuts, impacting approximately 300 employees or 12 percent of its staff. These layoffs occurred during the second quarter, coinciding with a reported decline in the company's revenue and profits. The news follows a period of stock decline for Rapid7, though shares saw a modest increase in aftermarket trading following the announcement. The company is undergoing executive changes and integrating AI into its offerings to adapt to a competitive market. These workforce reductions are expected to incur costs between $11 million and $12 million.

Boston, MA

https://www.bostonglobe.com/2026/08/10/business/rapid7-layoffs/

A Canadian pipe manufacturer is ceasing operations in Albuquerque. This decision will result in the layoff of 51 employees. The company cited a significant increase in the cost of a crucial raw material. This cost surge has rendered the New Mexico facility unprofitable. The company has indicated a potential future reopening of the site.

Albuquerque, New Mexico

https://www.bizjournals.com/albuquerque/news/2026/05/12/infra-pipes-layoffs-atkore-albuquerque.html

Nationwide layoffs have impacted Cumulus Media's Kansas City operations. Several on-air personalities from Power 105.1 FM announced their departures on social media. These hosts included midday, morning, and afternoon show presenters. The company is a major owner of radio stations across the United States. This round of job cuts follows similar actions that began last week.

Kansas City, MO

https://www.kctv5.com/2026/08/10/several-radio-hosts-share-news-layoffs-cumulus-makes-changes-including-power-1051/

Is always in November, a week or two before thanksgiving. It’ll happen between now and then.

Anyone In sunshine being laidoff or heard anything ?

I didn't take the VSP because I didn't have any other income or enough in my savings to last and that vsp money could only last so long. I didn't think I'd find a job by September as we all presumed initially everyone who took the vsp would be gone by then. The involuntary layoffs have already taken place on my team. I feel guilty that I dont feel more relieved than I thought I would. The environment has changed and it is not the same as it use to be. I am not optimistic at all about Centene's future. Not to mention that we will now be more overloaded with work than ever before for those left here. I naturally want to apply out but feel obligated to stay because that couldve been someone else's job. Anyone else relate?

It is deeply hypocritical for Centene to champion initiatives against homelessness while terminating thousands of employees and putting them at risk of losing their homes. Executive compensation of twenty million dollars a year while the workforce faces displacement is entirely indefensible. Centene CEO with her 20 million a year is really diabolical.

Their last day is 9/4. Got a random meeting today on their calendar with higher ups and HR. For their safety and making sure that they are not retaliated against, I will reveal nothing about them. I am sad to see them go. They didn't deserve it.
Random meetings are being sent out. It is happening right now as we speak.

¥ Expecting 10K positions eliminated.
¥ Stock price shot up to $150
¥ Per employee revenue around 900K

U of P today announced possible reorg and layoffs soon. It has started by offering early leave package opportunities for some employees but says they are not clear that they will approve their applications. If not enough volunteers to leave they will then need to layoff. Their HR webpage was impacted due to employees trying to research benefit packages ---- so would seem many employees must have received the offer.

Hearing rumblings that while there maybe the usual EISP this year it may not be like some say.Its sounding more and more like it’s not going to be across the board for anyone everyone to take.Its sounding more like a limited one for associates.One reason seems to be some departments groups are so small already!!Another reason is they just have little interest in giving extra money away when they know most are on the short list already in years left.Some of it is also sounding like is union wise for good reason want to the company to declare too many surplus groups because there is not a lot of faith they will get as many takers with gatt rates and medical cost up leaving the door for forced adjustment and layoffs.

The sports network ESPN has initiated significant layoffs, impacting several well-known NFL figures. Former MVP Cam Newton is among those being let go, despite a recent contract extension. Ryan Clark was reportedly informed of his dismissal during a live appearance on "NFL Live." These actions are part of a broader effort by the company to restructure its operations. The network's CEO described the decisions as difficult but necessary for future positioning.

Atlanta, Georgia

https://thegrio.com/2026/07/21/cam-newton-espn-layoffs/

Wellstar is implementing workforce reductions affecting 761 employees. These layoffs target corporate and shared services functions, along with some administrative roles. Frontline medical workers will not be impacted by these changes. The company stated the reductions follow an organizational review and are based on industry benchmarks. The exact timing of the layoffs has not been disclosed.

Atlanta

https://www.fox5atlanta.com/news/wellstar-layoff-nearly-800-employees

Cumulus Media has significantly reduced the staff at its Atlanta Classic Alternative station, 99X. This action is part of ongoing company-wide layoffs. Several on-air personalities and the program director were among those let go. The station's afternoon host's status remains unconfirmed. These cuts follow a trend of reductions within the radio industry.

Atlanta, GA

https://radioinsight.com/headlines/369476/cumulus-cuts-majority-of-99x-atlanta-staff/

80 Acres Agriculture has closed its Forest Park location. This closure resulted in the layoff of 110 employees. The company cited unforeseen business circumstances as the reason for the closure. An anticipated acquisition did not materialize, contributing to the decision. The company did not provide further details on the business circumstances.

Forest Park, Georgia

https://www.bizjournals.com/atlanta/news/2026/08/07/80-acres-forest-park-layoffs.html

The University of Texas at Arlington has laid off 49 employees across 14 departments since June 1, 2025. This reduction is attributed to financial strain caused by decreased international student enrollment, a statewide tuition freeze, and federal funding cuts. The university stated these actions are part of long-term sustainability planning to align resources with strategic priorities. While the layoffs are a small percentage of the overall workforce, they reflect the institution's efforts to strengthen financial resilience. The university spokesperson emphasized a focus on supporting teaching, research, and student success through these disciplined choices.

Arlington, Texas

https://www.opencampus.org/2026/04/27/49-uta-employees-have-faced-layoffs-since-june-2025-records-show/

Seems like nothing affected Kentucky for the most part. Is it safe to assume that Kentucky has been spared from the worst?

St. Christopher's Hospital has implemented layoffs. These workforce reductions are occurring as health systems prepare for significant Medicaid spending decreases. The hospital is located in Philadelphia. The exact number of affected employees is not specified. This action reflects broader financial pressures within the healthcare sector.

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

https://www.bizjournals.com/philadelphia/news/2026/05/19/st-christophers-hospital-children-layoffs.html

Adare Pharma Solutions will lay off 137 workers at its manufacturing and packaging facility in Philadelphia. The company cited adverse economic situations for its clients as the reason for the closure. The plant's shutdown will occur in stages between March and June of next year. Adare plans to assist affected employees in finding new roles. The company's corporate headquarters will remain in Philadelphia.

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

https://www.fiercepharma.com/manufacturing/cdmo-adare-plots-137-layoffs-philly-shortly-after-transplanting-headquarters-new

Essendant is closing its Suwanee facility as part of a broader operational shutdown. This closure will result in nearly 200 employees losing their jobs. The company is enacting layoffs across multiple locations nationwide. These actions are a direct consequence of the decision to cease all business operations. The full scope of the impact is still unfolding.

Suwanee, Georgia

https://www.bizjournals.com/atlanta/news/2026/08/06/essendant-layoffs-suwanee.html

Agricultural science firm FMC Corp. is reducing its workforce by 41 employees at its Mobile County facility. This decision comes as the company experiences a decline in revenue. The layoffs are scheduled to take effect at the end of October. FMC Corp. is a Philadelphia-based company that manufactures agricultural chemicals. The company's financial performance has led to discussions about a potential sale.

Mobile, Alabama

https://www.al.com/business/2026/08/philadelphia-based-agricultural-science-laying-off-41-in-mobile-county-as-revenue-falls.html