#manufacturing

We are not very good at making vehicles. If we switched 1/3 of our capacity to munitions, that would save some some jobs.

https://qwcbrand.com/news/quantum-is-ready-for-manufacturing

Thursday, Sept 24 11:40 – 11:55 AM

Only gets 15 minutes?? Yeesh. Someone please, PLEASE ask him to explain how they’re a “quantum wafer foundry” when they don’t actually have a foundry. Please!

Freightliner is significantly reducing its manufacturing output and laying off nearly 4,000 employees across North America. This decision stems from an anticipated 25% decrease in heavy-duty truck sales for the year. The company will eliminate third-shift operations at several truck and parts plants. Weekend shifts will also be discontinued at a parts facility. These cuts represent an 18% reduction in production and affect approximately 19% of its North American workforce.

Portland, Oregon

https://www.truckinginfo.com/news/freightliner-to-cut-output-predicts-25-drop-in-sales

Amy's Kitchen is closing its Santa Rosa factory, affecting approximately 260 manufacturing jobs. The company is restructuring its production to consolidate operations at facilities in Oregon and Idaho. Layoffs are scheduled to begin later in 2026 and extend into the summer of 2027. Affected employees will receive separation packages and support services. This closure follows previous job reductions by Amy's Kitchen in California.

Santa Rosa, California

https://latination.com/california-layoffs-hit-longtime-factory-shutting-down-after-years-of-production/

Realistically?

A manufacturing facility in Bartholomew County will close by year-end, impacting 150 employees. The plant has experienced significant financial struggles over the past eight years. Major customers have withdrawn their business following recent price increases. The company designs and produces powder metal components for automotive powertrain systems. Displaced workers will receive assistance from Indiana's WorkOne service.

Columbus, Indiana

https://www.wbiw.com/2026/09/08/pmg-indiana-closing-columbus-plant-by-dec-31-cutting-150-jobs/

Stockton Truss LLC has announced significant job reductions. The company filed a WARN notice detailing the layoffs. Sixty-five employees will be permanently terminated by mid-October. This action impacts workers at their Stockton facility. The company manufactures trusses for various construction projects.

Stockton, California

https://www.recordnet.com/story/business/employment/2026/09/03/stockton-truss-llc-layoffs-65-employees-losing-jobs-by-mid-october/91514130007/

Jerith Manufacturing LLC is closing its Philadelphia plant due to a significant lease cost increase. The company cited that rent is expected to triple, making operations at the current location economically impractical. This closure will result in the layoff of sixty-one employees. Some operations will transfer to a new East Coast Shared Service Center in New Jersey. A portion of the manufacturing work will also move to an existing facility in Tulsa, Oklahoma.

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

https://www.pennlive.com/business/2026/09/economically-impractical-pa-plant-to-close-after-company-said-rent-was-about-to-triple.html

This is a link to SBD's strategy going forward. It is an article from industry week with quotes from the CEO. You are welcome to draw your own inferences from this article. Even pictures of saw blades...
https://www.industryweek.com/leadership/companies-executives/news/55037934/ceo-stanley-black-decker-likely-to-sell-more-units

Several packaging companies have announced facility closures and layoffs impacting hundreds of employees. Anchor Glass plans to permanently shut down its manufacturing plant in Warner Robins, Georgia, affecting 168 workers. Pactiv Evergreen will close a thermoforming facility in Jackson, South Carolina, leading to layoffs for 133 employees. Silgan announced a temporary closure at its metal container facility in Riverbank, California, impacting 120 workers. These announcements highlight recent shifts within the packaging industry.

Warner Robins, Georgia / Jackson, South Carolina / Riverbank, California

https://www.packagingdive.com/news/august-2026-layoffs-anchor-pactiv-novolex-silgan/829334/

Bristol Myers Squibb has ended its alliance with Cellares due to unmet manufacturing requirements for its CAR T-cell therapy, Breyanzi. Cellares' automated cell therapy system, the Cell Shuttle, was found unsuitable for producing Breyanzi commercially. This decision follows a significant capacity reservation and supply agreement made in 2024. As a result of the contract termination, Cellares plans to lay off approximately 100 employees. The company's spokesperson stated the determination was specific to Breyanzi's established manufacturing process.

New Jersey

https://www.pharmalive.com/bms-ends-cellares-pact-over-cell-therapy-production-problems-triggering-layoffs/

Manufacturing in Massachusetts will end by 1st quarter in 2027. All manufacturing will be moved to low-cost countries where labor costs are much less.

Employees will not be offered relocation or positions in the replacement facility.

Numerous companies across freight, distribution, and manufacturing are implementing significant workforce reductions. Over 7,000 jobs are affected by these recent announcements. Tyson Foods leads these cuts with over 3,000 positions eliminated due to facility closures and operational shifts. Wholesale distributor Essendant also warned of over 1,200 employee impacts as it seeks capital or a buyer. These layoffs are part of a larger trend of restructuring within transportation and production networks.

United States

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/freight-distress-report-more-than-7000-jobs-cut-in-new-wave-of-closures

Winnebago Industries is consolidating its production facilities to optimize operations. This strategic move involves relocating some manufacturing processes to different sites within Indiana and Iowa. As a result, several facilities will be closed, leading to an unspecified number of employee layoffs. The company stated these changes aim to create a more agile and stronger enterprise for future growth. Despite the consolidation, Winnebago and Grand Design RV will continue to operate as distinct brands.

Middlebury, Indiana

https://www.truckpartsandservice.com/products/supplier-updates/article/15832623/winnebago-layoffs-rv-production-consolidation-strategy

Winnebago Industries is laying off 27 production employees at its Forest City plant. These layoffs are part of a larger manufacturing footprint consolidation. The company is closing facilities in Indiana and Iowa. Operations will be moved to other existing plants. This move aims to create a stronger and more agile enterprise.

Forest City, Iowa

https://www.desmoinesregister.com/story/money/business/2026/08/17/winnebago-layoffs-forest-city-iowa-indiana-plant-consolidation/91338113007/

We’ve heard rumors of domestic onsite engineering headcount reductions in favor of offshoring work to the KLTC and BTC. Finally heard a real number; a 40% to 50% reduction in onsite engineering at the manufacturing sites by ~2030. Already importing folks from KL and BTC to fill key business team rolls onsite. Soon XOM will be run from Malaysia and India. Prepare your resumes.

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/

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

Archery manufacturer Bowtech will be closing its Eugene facility. This closure will result in the layoff of 42 employees. The company is relocating its operations to Texas. This move is part of a broader trend of Oregon companies announcing workforce reductions. The exact reasons for the relocation were not detailed.

Eugene, Oregon

https://www.bizjournals.com/portland/news/2026/08/10/bowtech-layoffs-eugene.html

A manufacturing plant in Tomahawk is permanently closing its doors. This closure will lead to the job loss of 76 employees. The facility produced standard air receivers and pressure vessels. Employees have been notified of their permanent separation dates. Layoffs are expected to conclude by the end of the year.

Tomahawk, Wisconsin

https://www.wjfw.com/news/local/layoffs-manufacturing-plant-closure-in-tomahawk-results-in-76-people-laid-off/article_c0aec931-126a-4a35-8d65-6d20e8303a5b.html

Has anyone heard anything regarding the closure of 3M ASD Detroit site? They run 3000 grit all the way down to 12 grit and I’m curious to know why close a place that can do what most if not any other site can’t do? Very strange choice considering the number for M10 are absolutely horrendous. But more so there’s really been no talks about the closure considering they make a huge bulk of a certain product that any other site has been able to make.. they’ve tried but nobody can do it.

General Mills will permanently close its pizza crust manufacturing facility in St. Charles, Missouri. This shutdown will result in the layoff of 163 employees, primarily production staff. The company had previously announced these closure plans in an SEC filing last October. The facility was acquired by General Mills in June 2022. This closure is part of a larger initiative to enhance supply chain competitiveness.

St. Charles, Missouri

https://www.foodbusinessnews.net/articles/30124-general-mills-set-to-shutter-pizza-crust-facility

Alabama's unemployment rate has climbed to its highest point since late 2021, reaching 3.2% in June. This increase coincides with over 1,700 layoffs announced by state companies in the first seven months of 2026. These figures represent a significant jump from previous years, with 2025 seeing 4,057 affected workers and 2024 experiencing 1,973. The majority of the largest layoffs this year have occurred in the manufacturing sector, often due to facility closures. Reasons cited for these workforce reductions include business restructuring for efficiency and financial difficulties.

Montgomery, Alabama

https://www.tuscaloosanews.com/story/news/local/alabama/2026/08/04/alabama-unemployment-climbs-amid-2026-job-cuts/91060964007/

Lincoln Nautilus and Lincoln Corsair coming from China only.

Who is the genius that chose this over US manufacturing?

Showcase Window and Door Co. will permanently shut down its manufacturing plant. This facility is located in Missouri City. The plant shares its address with the company's main office. It also houses the showroom and Houston sales office. The closure marks a significant operational change for the company.

Missouri City, Texas

https://www.bizjournals.com/houston/news/2026/07/23/showcase-window-and-door-warn-layoffs-closure.html

A Seattle-based cheesemaker is pursuing the purchase of a recently shuttered Wisconsin manufacturing facility. This move comes shortly after the current owner announced the plant's closure and subsequent layoffs. The company intends to restart operations at the site. They also plan to rehire a significant portion of the workers who were let go. This potential acquisition represents an expansion into the Midwest for the business.

Shullsburg, Wisconsin

https://www.ien.com/food-beverage/video/22971252/seattle-cheesemaker-looks-to-save-shuttered-wisconsin-facility

Federal data indicates a rise in planned layoffs for July, primarily affecting the technology and manufacturing sectors. These workforce reductions are attributed to increased uncertainty, the integration of AI, and a desire for greater efficiency. While the overall labor market remains stable with low unemployment, hiring has become more selective. Experts suggest these layoffs represent structural shifts rather than a broad economic decline. The trend points to a cautious hiring environment as companies adapt to evolving industry needs.

U.S.

https://www.newsweek.com/list-of-companies-laying-off-employees-in-july-12128209

https://www.bizjournals.com/atlanta/news/2026/07/22/elite-comfort-solutions-newnan-layoffs.html

Manufacturing jobs in Chautauqua County experienced significant reductions during the second quarter. Over 300 positions were eliminated across the sector. Despite these layoffs, manufacturing remains the region's strongest industry. Economic development leaders are working to address the situation. Further details on specific companies are not available in the provided text.

Chautauqua County, NY

https://www.bizjournals.com/buffalo/news/2026/07/22/chautauqua-county-mark-geise-manufacturing.html

Techmer PM will lay off 68 employees at its Elk Grove Village facility. The layoffs are scheduled to occur on September 30. The company did not disclose the reason for these permanent job reductions. Techmer PM acquired Colors for Plastics, the affected entity, in 2025. The company is a global materials design solutions provider.

Elk Grove Village, Illinois

https://www.pjstar.com/story/news/state/2026/07/21/illinois-workers-to-lose-jobs-in-cook-county-il-after-acquisition-by-tennessee-company/90879532007/

ExxonMobil has publicly stated that domestic manufacturing is a central pillar of India’s Viksit Bharat 2047 vision, and the company has launched its own “Make in India” initiative to help realize that goal ExxonMobil+1.

Strategic Alignment with India’s Goals
India’s Viksit Bharat 2047 aims to transform the country into a self-reliant, globally competitive manufacturing hub. ExxonMobil sees strong synergies between its global energy infrastructure operations and India’s industrial ambitions, particularly in heavy engineering, shipbuilding, and specialized manufacturing ExxonMobil.

Current and Future Sourcing
Current scale: In the last two years, ExxonMobil affiliates have sourced USD 100 million worth of equipment from India ExxonMobil+1.

Future target: The company plans to scale sourcing to billions of dollars by the end of the decade ExxonMobil+1.

Focus areas:

Mega modules — large, pre-assembled units used in petrochemical plants and refineries.

Energy infrastructure equipment for LNG, refining, and chemical projects.

Shipbuilding synergies — both industries require heavy engineering, specialized suppliers, and complex logistics networks ExxonMobil+1.

Why India?
India offers:

A skilled workforce in engineering and fabrication.

Expanding connectivity (roads, ports, railways) to support large-scale manufacturing.

Resilient supply chains that can support complex, high-value projects ExxonMobil.

Impact
By leveraging India’s growing engineering and fabrication capabilities, ExxonMobil aims to:

Reduce reliance on foreign manufacturing for its global projects.

Support India’s industrial growth and energy security.

Create high-value jobs and technology transfer opportunities in the country ExxonMobil+1.

In short, ExxonMobil’s “Make in India” initiative is not just a corporate sourcing strategy — it’s a strategic investment in India’s manufacturing future, aligned with its national vision for 2047.

https://www.thedrive.com/news/how-texas-police-spent-4-5-million-on-four-chevy-tahoes

So sweet!

We back the blue, no matter what. We should build these vehicles directly instead of letting CogNyte profit from the massive markup on retrofitted surveillance technology. Everything should be designed and built in America. Ford Tough. The strong profit margins on a small number of specialized vehicles are simply an added benefit of helping law enforcement do good police work.

Electrolux is transitioning its Anderson plant from refrigerator production to laundry equipment manufacturing. This significant change follows a North American partnership with Midea, a Chinese appliance giant. Over 1,200 workers were laid off as part of this operational overhaul. The company plans to retool the facility, with production expected to resume in early 2027. Many displaced workers are finding new employment opportunities in the local manufacturing sector.

Anderson, South Carolina

https://www.andersonobserver.com/news/electrolux-layoffs-near-complete-overhaul-for-new-products-set-to-begin

Iowa experienced its highest number of layoffs in twelve months during June, with 656 workers affected. Whirlpool Corporation and the Iowa Department of Management were the primary drivers of these job cuts. Whirlpool's Middle Amana plant saw significant reductions, continuing a trend of declining employment there. The state's IT sector also faced substantial job losses as the Department of Management privatizes services. Additional manufacturing closures contributed to the overall increase in affected workers.

Des Moines, Iowa

https://www.desmoinesregister.com/story/money/business/2026/07/15/wells-fargo-layoffs-whirlpool-iowa-june-job-losses/90840247007/

Honeywell is closing its Luton facility—which manufactures water meters—in 2027 and moving production to Slovakia, where a Centre of Excellence is being established. Layoffs are currently underway.

Emerson Automation Solutions will close its Charlottesville facility by year-end, resulting in the layoff of 139 employees. The company cited business economics as the reason for the closure. Employees have been notified and will receive a severance plan based on their tenure. This marks the second wave of layoffs for the company in the area. The facility manufactures automation equipment and software.

Charlottesville, Virginia

https://communityengagement.substack.com/p/tuesday-july-14-2026-emerson-automated

Connecticut manufacturers face a persistent skills gap, with companies struggling to fill open positions despite recent layoffs at larger firms. The demand for specialized skills, particularly in advanced manufacturing and defense sectors, outstrips the available workforce. Major hiring pushes by companies like Electric Boat exacerbate the problem, drawing talent away from smaller suppliers. While some displaced workers are available, their skill sets often do not align with current industry needs. This situation necessitates significant investment in training and development for new hires, a costly process for many businesses.

Waterbury, Connecticut

https://hartfordbusiness.com/article/skills-mismatch-factory-layoffs-arent-solving-manufacturers-hiring-problems/

Nippon Electric Glass will cease its glass fiber production in North America. This decision includes the closure of its Shelby plant. The company is also selling its Lexington facility. Approximately 282 employees will be affected by these changes. The Shelby plant has been operational since the late 1950s.

https://www.bizjournals.com/charlotte/news/2026/07/09/nippon-electric-glass-layoffs-shelby-manufacturing.html

The Creighton University Mid-America Business Conditions Index climbed to 56.0 in June. This indicates solid economic growth in the regional manufacturing sector. However, the employment index remained weak at 49.8, showing job losses. The region's manufacturing sector shed 15,000 jobs over the past year. Wholesale prices remained elevated, undermining chances for Federal Reserve rate cuts.

https://ruralradio.com/kneb-tv/news/regional-manufacturing-improves-despite-job-losses-inflation/

In the cold light of day, how can employing green employees with no experience in another part of the world, add layers of management, kpis, traffic lights, scorecards, layered fu--ing engagement , QC by expats etc etc , ever be better than recruiting and developing talent at manufacturing sites.
Never.
Fu--ing id--ts.
Over 10 years they've been nothing but an overhead.