#newjersey

Danone North America PBD expects to close its Bridgeton factory Aug. 4, according to a notice filed with the New Jersey Department of Labor & Workforce Development.

https://www.courierpostonline.com/story/money/business/2026/05/11/danone-north-america-bridgeton-plant-closing-layoffs/90027192007/

Danone North America will close its Bridgeton plant. This closure eliminates 114 jobs at the facility. The plant produces Silk and So Delicious dairy-free drinks. Production will transfer to three other plants. Danone cited unsatisfactory performance in its plant-based business.

Bridgeton, New Jersey

https://www.nj.com/business/2026/05/nj-losing-204-jobs-as-dairy-free-milk-plant-and-doubletree-announce-layoffs.html

Verizon is cutting several hundred US workers. This action follows 13,000 job reductions in November. The current cuts represent less than one percent of its total workforce. Impacted employees are located across the US, with a focus on New Jersey headquarters. The company confirmed these layoffs are not due to artificial intelligence.

Basking Ridge, New Jersey

https://www.businessinsider.com/verizon-cuts-hundreds-of-jobs-in-latest-round-of-layoffs-2026-5

Strauss Borrelli PLLC is investigating Accupac. This inquiry concerns potential mass layoffs in Lakewood, New Jersey. The federal WARN Act mandates 60 days' notice for such events. Accupac notified the state of laying off 260 employees. Employees may be owed 60 days of pay and benefits.

Lakewood, New Jersey

https://straussborrelli.com/2026/05/05/accupac-warn-act-investigation/

Hackensack school officials are voting on a proposed $169 million budget. The district faces a growing financial crisis. Over 100 staffing positions will be eliminated. The district plans to borrow $9.1 million from reserve funds. A previous budget was rejected, leaving a $7 million deficit.

Hackensack, New Jersey

https://dailyvoice.com/new-jersey/hackensack/hackensack-boe-races-to-pass-169m-budget-as-100-employees-face-layoffs/

Fulton Bank is eliminating 95 positions in Parsippany. These layoffs follow the bank's acquisition of Blue Foundry Bank. The approximately $243 million acquisition closed last month. Role redundancies were identified after a review of corporate and support positions. The job cuts will occur in two phases this year.

Parsippany, New Jersey

https://njbiz.com/fulton-bank-layoffs-parsippany-blue-foundry-bank-acquisition/

Accupac will close its New Jersey plant. This action will result in 260 job cuts. Layoffs will occur in two phases. The first phase begins in August. About nine employees will transfer to Pennsylvania facilities.

https://www.bizjournals.com/philadelphia/news/2026/05/05/accupac-harleysville-lakewood-plant-jobs-care.html

Brick Township school officials approved a $178 million budget for the upcoming school year. This budget eliminates 40 positions and will raise local taxes. Class sizes are projected to increase across all school levels. These changes stem from significant state funding reductions. The district is currently litigating against the state over these funding cuts.

Brick Township, New Jersey

https://www.nj.com/news/2026/05/nj-township-schools-face-layoffs-and-rising-class-sizes-after-state-funding-drop.html

Paterson Public Schools announced layoffs affecting 89 staffers. This total includes 39 teachers and other personnel. The district plans to cut over 200 total positions. Superintendent Dr. Laurie Newell attributed the budget deficit to rising costs. Hundreds of employees protested these projected cuts at a public hearing.

Paterson, New Jersey

https://longisland.news12.com/paterson-teachers-rally-against-projected-layoffs

The Westwood District recently approved its budget. The total budget for the upcoming school year is $78.9 million. This plan eliminates 10 teaching and secretarial positions. Four administrative roles were also cut. These measures address increasing health insurance expenses.

Westwood, New Jersey

https://www.northjersey.com/story/news/bergen/2026/05/01/westwood-nj-school-cuts-teachers-principal/89893408007/

Stockton University has initiated a voluntary buyout program for employees. Professors and select managerial staff are currently eligible for the offer. This move aims to curb expenses and ensure the university's financial stability. The institution faces challenges including declining enrollment and proposed state aid reductions. Staffing costs account for 61% of Stockton's annual budget.

New Jersey

https://www.nj.com/atlantic/2026/05/nj-university-rolls-out-staff-buyouts-amid-lower-enrollment-proposed-aid-cut.html

New Jersey employers filed multiple layoff notices in April. These filings put a total of 2,273 jobs at risk statewide. Bayonne University Hospital issued a notice for nearly 1,000 potential job cuts. FreshRealm's bankruptcy filing jeopardizes 637 positions. Other companies like Bristol-Myers Squibb, AT&T, and Alan Ritchey also announced layoffs.

New Jersey

https://www.nj.com/hudson/2026/05/nj-losing-2300-jobs-as-layoff-filings-surged-in-april.html

Novartis announced additional job cuts at its U.S. headquarters. Sixty employees at the East Hanover site will be laid off. These reductions are separate from earlier March cuts. The layoffs will begin taking effect in late July. Novartis is evolving its field sales teams in the US.

East Hanover, New Jersey

https://www.fiercepharma.com/pharma/after-march-cuts-novartis-trims-another-60-roles-us-headquarters

Reckitt Benckiser Group plans another round of layoffs in New Jersey. The company expects to let go 57 employees by March 2027. These job reductions will occur at its new Nutley headquarters. This is part of a restructuring campaign announced in July 2024. The strategy aims for a simpler organization focusing on core health and hygiene brands.

Nutley, New Jersey

https://njbiz.com/reckitt-layoffs-nutley-nj-2027/

Do not be surprised if the SEC and the Feds raid Basking Ridge in the next couple of months.

Anyone know about this? I saw it on nj.com

FreshRealm has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. This action could lead to 637 layoffs in Linden, New Jersey. The company cited a significant ingredient supply disruption as a primary reason. These job cuts are expected to occur by late June and July. FreshRealm provides fresh meals for various retailers and meal kit services.

Linden, New Jersey

https://nj1015.com/freshrealm-bankruptcy-linden-nj/

Two New Jersey companies filed WARN notices in April. These notices indicate upcoming layoffs for 263 employees. AT&T will reduce its Bedminster workforce by 87 staff members. Alan Ritchey, Inc. is terminating 176 employees in Lopatcong Township. The logistics company's contract with the USPS was not renewed.

New Jersey

https://www.nj.com/warren/2026/04/nj-layoffs-to-affect-263-workers-at-att-alan-ritchey.html

87 New layoffs in NJ .. check the WARN posted Wednesday. Fast off payroll date.

Sandy Alexander, Inc. filed a WARN notice with the New Jersey Department of Labor. The company plans to lay off 151 employees. These job cuts will occur at its Clifton, New Jersey facility. Layoffs are scheduled to take effect on July 19, 2026. The company did not provide a reason for these workforce reductions.

Clifton, New Jersey

https://whatnow.com/new-york/local-news/print-and-marketing-company-plans-150-layoffs-this-summer/

Rumors from credible sources shared the company plans to move the NJ Englewood Cliffs office to TX, home of its phone business. Anyone hear anything?

Thousands of workers in New Jersey face layoffs in early 2026. State WARN filings detail job cuts across various industries. Amazon reported the largest number of affected employees statewide. Other major companies include Blue Cross Blue Shield and Bristol Myers Squibb. These layoffs impact communities from Bergen County to South Jersey.

New Jersey

https://dailyvoice.com/nj/long-branch/amazon-blue-cross-among-biggest-nj-layoffs-in-early-2026/

Layoffs in 2026 hit six states hardest - Newsweek https://share.google/TPjOjG8LAS7TCqxOP

#2 is NJ stating 9K employees apart of WARN specifically mentioning VZ and doesn't seem like it's just spill over from last Nov. 🤔

Paterson city government seeks a $48.5 million increase in state aid. This funding aims to close a significant budget deficit. Without the aid, 680 employees may face furloughs. Additionally, 58 municipal workers could lose their jobs. City officials state these measures are a last resort and not currently planned.

Paterson, New Jersey

https://www.aol.com/articles/layoffs-paterson-city-workers-options-083057425.html

Bristol Myers Squibb plans to lay off 206 employees. These job cuts will impact its New Jersey workforce. The company expects these layoffs to occur between July and December. This action is part of a larger $2 billion cost-cutting initiative. Bristol Myers Squibb has already eliminated over 1,400 New Jersey positions.

Lawrence Township, New Jersey

https://njbiz.com/bristol-myers-squibb-206-more-layoffs-new-jersey/

The Plainfield Board of Education approved a reduction in force. This decision will result in the layoff of nearly 60 employees. The district cited decreased student enrollment and budgetary reasons. A 0% tax levy increase was also approved by the board. Union leaders and staff voiced strong concerns about the layoffs.

Plainfield, NJ

https://www.tapinto.net/towns/plainfield/sections/education/articles/plainfield-boe-approves-reduction-in-force-as-union-leaders-staff-speak-out

Alan Ritchey, Inc. will lay off 176 employees. The logistics company filed a WARN notice for its Phillipsburg, New Jersey facility. Layoffs are scheduled to begin on July 17, 2026. The company is ending operations at this site. This follows the non-renewal of a contract with the United States Postal Service.

Phillipsburg, New Jersey

https://whatnow.com/news/local-news/family-owned-freight-and-logistics-company-files-warn-notice-for-176-layoffs-at-phillipsburg-facility/

So it seems somewhat apparent that the writing is on the wall , RE is pricey in NJ (Northeaast) , and with little innovation coming out of NJ how long before execs order everyone to GA or TX , anyone have any credible info. With everyone consolidating into one building in Middletown and the recent more to a different facility in Bedminister, it seems like just arranging the deck chairs...

West Orange Schools face a significant budget deficit. The district faces a $14-15 million deficit. At least 70 full-time positions will be eliminated. A 2.5% tax increase is included. Rising health benefit costs are a major factor.

West Orange, New Jersey

https://www.nj.com/news/2026/04/this-nj-district-wants-to-cut-70-teachers-and-staff-and-its-budget-still-wont-balance.html

Surprised nobody has said anything

John Adams Academy announced layoffs for 68 employees across three campuses. This action followed the closure of its Lincoln high school program. The school cited low enrollment and ongoing budget deficits for the closure. Positions were eliminated at the Lincoln, Roseville, and El Dorado Hills locations. Most affected employees will conclude their work on May 29.

https://www.sacbee.com/community/roseville-placer/article315291894.html

Hudson Regional Health issued layoff notices to nearly 1,000 workers. These notices affect employees at Bayonne University Hospital. The layoffs are effective starting June 29. A company spokesman stated the notices are procedural. They are tied to an ownership and license transfer.

Bayonne, New Jersey

https://nj1015.com/hudson-health-layoffs-bayonne/

New Jersey state data indicates 357 job cuts. Three companies with a Newark presence are affected. Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey reported 242 layoffs. Luna Foods listed 61 affected workers. Prudential Financial reported 54 employee impacts.

Newark, New Jersey

https://www.rlsmedia.com/node/62873

Two companies filed WARN notices for upcoming job cuts in New Jersey. Novartis plans to lay off 114 employees in East Hanover. This is part of an ongoing restructuring effort by the pharmaceutical firm. Labcorp will cut 83 jobs in Raritan, though no reason was disclosed. Combined, nearly 200 employees will be affected by these layoffs.

https://whatnow.com/new-york/local-news/two-companies-file-warn-notices-nearly-200-jobs-at-risk-in-new-jersey/

Several financial firms announced layoffs in New Jersey during March. These cuts total 409 positions across multiple companies. Prudential Financial, Fiserv Solutions, UBS, and JPMorgan Chase were impacted. These layoffs contribute to a broader surge of job cuts nationwide. The state has recorded 4,715 total job cuts in 2026 so far.

New Jersey

https://njbiz.com/major-financial-firms-cut-409-nj-jobs-march-2026/

JPMorgan Chase is reducing its workforce by 134 positions. These specific job cuts are located in Jersey City. The bank describes this as a redeployment effort. It continues to add staff in other areas. This strategy reflects evolving business needs.

Jersey City, New Jersey

https://finance.yahoo.com/markets/stocks/articles/jpmorgan-chase-jersey-city-layoffs-070521158.html

The Madison K-12 School District Board introduced its annual budget. This budget proposes an annual tax increase for homeowners. Interim Superintendent Bruce Watson announced staff reductions are required. Fewer than ten positions will be eliminated to balance the budget. Rising health care costs significantly contribute to the district's financial difficulties.

https://www.newjerseyhills.com/madison_eagle/news/madison-school-board-proposes-tax-increase-as-layoffs-loom/article_e8ab830f-2478-43dd-b807-7c81eb3fb682.html

Fiserv Solutions plans to eliminate 118 positions. These job cuts will occur at its Berkeley Heights, New Jersey site. The company filed a WARN notice regarding these layoffs. The reductions are scheduled between March 31 and May 31. This facility functions as an operations and innovation hub.

Berkeley Heights, New Jersey

https://www.nj.com/union/2026/03/financial-services-tech-giant-plans-118-layoffs-at-its-nj-hub.html

Union presidents denounced the sudden disclosure of potential job cuts. Around 200 district positions may be eliminated due to budget problems. The administration did not publicly discuss job reductions previously. This information was revealed on March 25. The Board of Education then voted on its preliminary $852 million budget.

Paterson, NJ

https://www.northjersey.com/story/news/paterson-press/2026/03/27/paterson-nj-teachers-union-head-possible-layoffs/89337375007/