#newjersey

AT&T plans to lay off 50 workers in Monmouth and Somerset counties on Nov. 1, 2027, according to a November filing with the state.
https://www.nj.gov/labor/assets/PDFs/WARN/2026_WARN_Notice_Archive.pdf

Why is everything so secretive

An article is now available on Fid Central about RTO updates for Ireland and NJ. Anyone know what the plan will be for Smithfield RI?

A sale of Conduent's tolling division to a Canadian company will result in 113 job losses at the E-ZPass customer service center. These layoffs are scheduled to occur in January 2027. The affected workers are employed at the Newark, New Jersey offices. This action follows Conduent's announcement of selling its tolling business for $70 million. The company stated that not all employees at the Newark location are impacted by these reductions.

Newark, New Jersey

https://www.nj.com/news/2026/11/70-million-sale-is-costing-more-than-100-nj-workers-their-jobs-at-e-zpass-service-center.html

Rumor was we would find out this week

JPMorgan Chase has announced an additional 91 layoffs at its Jersey City location. This latest action brings the total job cuts disclosed in the area this year to 632. The company states these adjustments are part of regular business management and staffing reviews. JPMorgan Chase emphasizes its commitment to New Jersey, noting over 12,500 employees and numerous open positions. The firm is actively working to redeploy affected employees.

Jersey City, New Jersey

https://www.nj.com/business/2026/11/nj-bank-announces-more-layoffs-as-job-cuts-top-630-this-year.html

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Five additional companies have announced significant workforce reductions in New Jersey during the final weeks of October. These latest cuts, totaling over 400 positions, include notable reductions from Comcast, Conduent, True Food Kitchen, and Teva Pharmaceuticals. October's layoffs alone reached 868, pushing the year-to-date total for the state past 14,600. This surge in job losses highlights a challenging economic period for the region.

New Jersey

https://nj1015.com/new-jersey-layoffs-october-2026/

https://www.nj.com/business/2026/10/comcast-laying-off-nearly-1000-employees-heres-whos-affected-in-nj.html

not only layoffs coming in Nov, it will include enough NJ employees to trigger NJ warn

Teva Pharmaceuticals will close its Fairfield, New Jersey manufacturing facility by February 1, 2027. This closure will result in the layoff of 61 employees. The company cited the plant's underutilization and high operating costs as reasons for the decision. Declining demand and price erosion also contributed to the plant's economic challenges. Teva plans to reallocate resources to higher-priority investment opportunities.

Fairfield, New Jersey

https://www.fiercepharma.com/pharma/teva-telegraphs-61-job-cuts-amid-plans-close-underutilized-new-jersey-plant

Seton Hall University is implementing a Voluntary Separation Program to manage financial pressures. This program offers financial incentives for eligible staff to voluntarily resign or retire. The university previously eliminated 46 administrative positions. This initiative aims to reduce long-term spending and mitigate further layoffs. The university retains the right to approve or deny participation based on operational needs.

South Orange, New Jersey

https://www.thesetonian.com/article/2026/10/seton-hall-offers-voluntary-separation-program-to-avoid-layoffs-amid-financial-pressures

Brookdale Community College's Board of Trustees has approved a plan to eliminate 61 positions. This decision is primarily driven by a projected $8 million deficit in the fiscal year 2028 budget. A significant factor contributing to this deficit is an anticipated $6.6 million increase in healthcare costs. The college aims to reduce salary and benefit expenses by $7.36 million through these workforce reductions. These layoffs are scheduled to occur in two rounds, with the first effective December 31, 2026, and the second on June 30, 2027.

Middletown, New Jersey

https://tworivertimes.com/citing-increased-healthcare-costs-brookdale-approves-staff-layoffs/

Popular ramen chain Ramen Nagomi will be closing two of its New Jersey locations this October. The Freehold and Quakerbridge Mall branches will cease operations on October 15, 2026. The company expressed gratitude to its customers for their support. Two other Ramen Nagomi restaurants in New Brunswick will remain open.

New Jersey

https://nj1015.com/ramen-nagomi-closes-two-locations/

Jersey City Mayor James Solomon announced the departure of three senior officials. This comes less than a year into his term and amid a significant budget deficit. The departing officials include the Finance Director, Deputy Mayor for Housing and Economic Development, and Digital Director. Solomon stated the city faces an affordability crisis requiring excellent leadership. He expressed appreciation for their service and is now focused on a new vision.

Jersey City, New Jersey

https://www.nj.com/hudson/2026/10/after-raising-taxes-to-plug-big-deficit-nj-mayor-announces-departure-of-3-key-staffers.html

True Food Kitchen is laying off 89 employees in Hackensack. This follows the restaurant chain's recent bankruptcy filing. The company closed its Hackensack and Edison locations on October 4th. These layoffs are scheduled for January 3, 2027. The remaining 34 restaurants are still operating.

Hackensack, New Jersey

https://www.nj.com/business/2026/10/chain-to-lay-off-89-nj-workers-after-closing-both-restaurants-in-state.html

Atlantic City Linen Supply has issued a warning regarding potential layoffs. This action is a direct consequence of the company losing a significant contract. The loss of this major client creates financial strain. The company is now assessing its workforce in response to this development. Further details on the extent of the layoffs are not yet available.

Atlantic City, New Jersey

https://www.bizjournals.com/philadelphia/news/2026/10/08/atlantic-city-linen-supply-layoffs-warn.html

Chip City, a popular gourmet cookie chain, has abruptly ceased all operations. The company announced its closure on their website, citing significant macroeconomic challenges. This decision comes as a surprise to many customers and employees. The chain had been known for its wide variety of rotating cookie flavors.

https://nj1015.com/chip-city-cookie-chain-closes/

Stockton University is laying off 21 employees, including 14 faculty and seven staff members, to address a $20 million structural deficit. University President Joe Bertolino announced the decision, citing the need for financial viability and future positioning. These cuts are described as difficult but necessary for the institution's long-term health. The layoffs will take effect at the end of the academic year, following voluntary separations earlier in the year. Bertolino emphasized that student needs remain the priority in all decisions.

Galloway Township, New Jersey

https://pressofatlanticcity.com/news/local/education/article_d2b6a368-4549-4c4d-a834-37ffa5f068c7.html

Kings Food Markets will close two of its New Jersey locations by early 2027. This decision will result in the layoff of 122 employees. The affected stores are in Hillsdale and White House Station. Kings Food Markets is owned by Acme Markets, a subsidiary of Albertsons Companies. Employees will reportedly be offered positions at other company locations.

https://www.nj.com/business/2026/10/popular-upscale-nj-grocery-chain-to-close-2-stores-cut-122-jobs.html

Dr. Praeger's Sensible Foods is laying off 168 employees. The company will permanently close its Elmwood Park manufacturing facility. Production will be moved to a partner facility in Kentucky. Employees who remain will transition to a new corporate office. The layoffs are scheduled to take effect on December 30th.

Elmwood Park, New Jersey

https://www.nj.com/business/2026/10/major-nj-food-maker-to-slash-168-jobs-move-production-out-of-state.html

Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation is planning to eliminate 75 positions at its Jersey City office. These layoffs are scheduled to occur between October 1 and October 13. The company offers global commercial and investment banking services. This action follows recent layoff notices from several other New Jersey businesses. The state Department of Labor received the official notification.

Jersey City, New Jersey

https://www.nj.com/business/2026/10/banking-giant-plans-to-cut-75-jobs-in-nj-as-layoff-notices-keep-piling-up.html

Global pharmaceutical giant Novo Nordisk and HVAC manufacturer EWC Controls are implementing significant workforce reductions. Novo Nordisk will eliminate 108 positions, with these layoffs scheduled to take effect on December 31. EWC Controls plans to lay off 71 employees at its Englishtown facility. These job cuts at EWC Controls are slated to occur between April 1 and June 1, 2027. In total, 179 jobs will be lost across both companies in New Jersey.

https://www.nj.com/business/2026/09/179-job-layoffs-in-nj-announced-by-global-pharmaceutical-giant-and-hvac-manufacturer.html

Pharmaceutical giant Bristol Myers Squibb is implementing another round of layoffs, impacting 265 employees at its Princeton headquarters. This marks the third wave of job cuts disclosed by the company in New Jersey this year. The reductions are part of a broader cost-saving initiative aiming to cut $2 billion by the end of 2027. These latest layoffs are scheduled to commence in December 2026 and continue into May 2027. The company has now seen over 1,700 positions eliminated in New Jersey since January 2025.

Princeton, New Jersey

https://www.nj.com/business/2026/09/pharmaceutical-giant-to-lay-off-265-nj-workers-in-3rd-wave-of-job-cuts-this-year.html

Wonder Group Inc. is relocating some operations to a new South Jersey facility, resulting in layoffs for over 500 North Jersey staff. The company is consolidating its production and distribution sites in Cranford and Fairfield. These layoffs are part of a strategic move to a larger facility in Swedesboro, aimed at long-term supply chain growth. While some employees may be offered roles at the new location, many will receive severance and outplacement services. The corporate site in Parsippany will remain operational.

Swedesboro, New Jersey

https://www.northjersey.com/story/news/business/2026/09/17/wonder-food-hall-company-layoffs/91809576007/

The food delivery and takeout company Wonder is laying off 533 employees. These job cuts are scheduled to be completed by January 8th. This announcement comes as the company recently finalized a significant partnership with DoorDash. Wonder aims to expand its presence on college campuses through this collaboration. The company describes itself as a food technology platform utilizing robotics to enhance food accessibility.

New Jersey

https://patch.com/new-jersey/across-nj/restaurant-company-cutting-500-jobs-layoffs-surge-nj

Barrette Outdoor Living is laying off 59 employees at its Galloway Township plant. These layoffs are scheduled to occur on December 13th and 14th. This follows a previous layoff of 120 workers in July 2025. The company manufactures outdoor décor products. The timing of these cuts is notable given a recent warehouse expansion.

Galloway Township, New Jersey

https://wpst.com/ixp/397/p/barrette-outdoor-living-layoffs/

Financial services firm Fiserv Solutions is implementing another round of layoffs. This latest action will impact 98 employees at its New Jersey location. These cuts add to previous job reductions, bringing the total for the year to 216. The company provides software and systems for financial transactions. This includes services for banks, credit unions, and merchants.

Berkeley Heights, New Jersey

https://finance.yahoo.com/markets/stocks/articles/major-n-j-financial-services-180050715.html

I see a warn nj, 9/11 its done, 98 folks

How is the RTO going? Ive been on mat leave and coning back.

https://www.biospace.com/biospace-layoff-tracker

The South Brunswick Township Council has introduced a $1 million special emergency appropriation. This funding is designated to cover contractually required severance liabilities. These liabilities stem from employee retirements and layoffs anticipated in 2026. The ordinance allows for financing through bonds or notes. This mechanism is permitted by state law for such municipal expenses.

South Brunswick, NJ

https://www.tapinto.net/towns/south-brunswick/articles/south-brunswick-introduces-1-million-special-emergency-appropriation-for-employee-severance-costs

New Jersey experienced a substantial increase in layoffs during the summer months. Nearly 4,500 job cuts were announced between June and August. This represents a significant rise compared to the previous summer. The total number of layoffs announced for 2026 has now reached nearly 13,000. These figures were reported to the state Department of Labor.

New Jersey

https://patch.com/new-jersey/across-nj/nj-layoffs-spike-nearly-4-500-job-cuts-summer

Pharmaceutical giant Merck & Co. is implementing further job reductions, with 54 employees at its Rahway facility being laid off. These cuts are a component of a broader strategy to reduce expenses by $3 billion by 2027. The company previously announced similar workforce reductions earlier in the year. Savings generated from these measures are intended to fund the development of new products. The latest layoffs will occur in two stages in late 2026 and early 2027.

Rahway, New Jersey

https://www.nj.com/business/2026/09/nj-pharmaceutical-giant-cuts-54-more-jobs-as-3b-cost-cutting-plan-deepens.html

Campbell's Company has reduced its salaried workforce by approximately 13% through a combination of voluntary early retirement and layoffs. These actions are part of a broader strategy to improve financial performance and reduce costs. The company is facing challenges due to inflation and declining sales, particularly in its snack division. Management aims to achieve $500 million in cost reductions by 2030. This workforce reduction is intended to enhance speed, accountability, and profitability.

Camden, New Jersey

https://whyy.org/articles/campbells-workforce-reduction/

Financial services giant UBS has announced another round of job reductions in New Jersey. The company plans to eliminate 41 positions at its Weehawken office. These layoffs are scheduled to occur in late November. This latest workforce reduction brings UBS's total layoffs to 209 employees. The company is a major global financial institution.

Weehawken, New Jersey

https://www.nj.com/business/2026/09/giant-nj-banking-employer-announces-more-job-cuts-pushing-layoffs-beyond-200.html

Several school districts in South Jersey are implementing staff layoffs as a result of budget cuts. These reductions will affect various roles, including teachers, custodial staff, and administrative personnel. The changes are taking effect at the start of the new school year. School officials are working to manage the impact of these staffing changes on classroom environments. The Collingswood Public Schools district alone has eliminated 30 positions.

Cherry Hill, New Jersey

https://www.courierpostonline.com/story/news/education/2026/09/04/sj-schools-prepare-for-the-school-year-amongst-layoffs-budget-cuts/91304896007/

Heard there was a layoff at the Camden NJ site today. Only heard of one name but I doubt they stopped at one. From looking at this web site today, looks like it was a corporate-wide event.

Biotechnology firm Cellares Corporation is reducing its workforce by 68 employees. These layoffs are occurring at the company's Bridgewater facility. The company stated the cuts are part of a restructuring effort. This move aims to focus resources on existing customer programs. The decision follows the termination of a partnership with a pharmaceutical client.

Bridgewater, New Jersey

https://www.nj.com/business/2026/09/68-nj-workers-to-lose-jobs-after-biotechnology-company-downsizes.html

JPMorgan Chase has announced an additional 63 job cuts at its Jersey City office. This latest reduction brings the total number of layoffs at this location to 541 for the year. The company cited ongoing efforts to align staffing with business requirements as the reason for these actions. Artificial intelligence is reportedly contributing to staff reductions in certain departments. These cuts are part of a recurring pattern of workforce adjustments at the Jersey City site throughout 2026.

Jersey City, New Jersey

https://www.newsbytesapp.com/news/business/jpmorgan-chase-cuts-63-at-jersey-city-office-541-total/tldr