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Several major employers in the Peoria area are actively recruiting for well-compensated positions. The Journal Star is highlighting these opportunities, focusing on roles that offer significant pay, influence, and engagement. These featured jobs represent some of the most attractive high-paying career openings currently available in Peoria. The initiative aims to inform the local workforce about these promising employment prospects. This information is intended to guide job seekers toward rewarding career paths within the region.

Peoria, Illinois

https://www.mortontimesnews.com/story/business/employment/2026/07/13/looking-for-a-six-figure-salary-in-peoria-check-out-these-open-jobs/90893776007/

Local manufacturing leaders are stepping up to assist employees facing job losses at Four Winns. B & P Manufacturing is actively recruiting and encouraging displaced workers to apply for open positions. A dedicated job fair is scheduled to connect these individuals with potential employers in the area. Several other local companies are also seeking skilled tradespeople, emphasizing the continued demand for their expertise. The community is working to retain these valuable workers and prevent a significant exodus of talent.

Cadillac, Michigan

https://www.9and10news.com/2026/07/15/cadillac-manufacturers-step-up-to-support-four-winns-workers-facing-layoffs/

Like others here most would like to keep their jobs, to not have to start all over again. Nobody wished for layoffs, firings, etc. There were many times since the layoffs started that I would pray for that Golden Tuesday after payday. One would post about here and hear the smug response, I'd like to keep my job. Well wouldn't any person working just to survive. Now like others around me, the staged mid years are going on and we're getting not meets. Not meets we're told means NO severance. Like they're saying, chase the new carrot. Improve by year end or get fired, no severance for you. The kicker is they've changed the formula used for evals, where you're going to be not meets no matter what you do. They've hired 1,000's of new hires. I guess they've filled the quotas of cheap labor in the Philippines. The new hire class should be hitting the floor we're told in Roanoke, VA in the near future. Seems like that's when the closing Richmond site, will start the firings and the layoffs. As for me, since the cushy keeping the job is not an option...I am praying for a Tuesday after payday displacement. I'm envious of those fortunate to have been laid off with the golden ticket and 60 day non-working period. In retrospect, what good did it do to stay waiting for severance?! They've made it a no win situation. The beatings will continue until morale improves. The firings will continue, and they're saying sc--w your morale...they just want you to F off.

Texas is investigating LinkedIn for allegedly advertising and profiting from fake job listings, referred to as "ghost jobs." Job seekers who paid for premium subscriptions may have been shown listings that were not legitimate opportunities. The state's attorney general is seeking documents and communications related to LinkedIn's advertising and verification practices. LinkedIn maintains that its job listings are authentic and accurately represented. This investigation has not yet resulted in formal charges.

Austin, Texas

https://www.foxbusiness.com/technology/texas-investigates-linkedin-over-alleged-ghost-jobs-targeting-job-seekers

Despite reporting strong financial results, Wells Fargo executives have indicated that additional layoffs are anticipated. The Chief Financial Officer stated the company can operate with fewer employees. This suggests a strategic move towards increased efficiency. Further workforce reductions are expected in the near future. The bank is focusing on streamlining its operations.

San Francisco, California

https://www.bizjournals.com/sanfrancisco/news/2026/07/14/wells-fargo-bank-layoffs-job-cuts-earnings-ai.html

I'm not in retail, but I see the job postings and every day there's 10+ postings with retail in the title. What is all the retail hiring if people are talking about massive retail layoff and store closures?

Well, the big kickoff is underwhelming.

I wasn't expecting an episode of the view right out of the gate. I would've expected this later this afternoon.

Good lord, we're such a woke, gynocentric mess. I gotta get outta here.

Wonder if I can get a useful gig like driving a truck.

Tom & Jerry's is holding hiring events for former Beef-a-Roo employees. The locally owned restaurant wants to offer these workers a chance to join their team. They are accepting applications and conducting interviews at all four area locations. Owner Bob Grottke expressed a commitment to hiring qualified candidates quickly. This initiative aims to support those impacted by the recent Beef-a-Roo layoffs.

Loves Park, Illinois

https://www.rockrivercurrent.com/2026/07/tom-jerrys-to-host-hiring-days-for-laid-off-beef-a-roo-workers/

The advertising giant WPP is planning significant layoffs for the remainder of the year. These cuts are expected to impact hundreds of employees worldwide. This action is a key component of the company's ongoing restructuring and turnaround efforts. The precise number of affected positions is anticipated to be in the mid-to-high hundreds. This move signals a continued push for operational efficiency.

London, England

https://adage.com/agencies/aa-wpp-plans-hundreds-more-layoffs-by-end-of-2026/

One thing I’ve noticed in the leadership is the constant comparison to companies doing something worse.

Employees raise concerns about losing remote work after years of proving it can be successful.

Response: “Other banks require five days. We’re only asking for three.”

Employees worry about office consolidations.

Response: “Other banks only have two or three hubs. We have twenty-two.”

Employees express concerns about outsourcing or layoffs.

Response: “Other banks outsource more.” Or “Other banks have bigger layoffs.”

But that’s a strange way to measure success.

If your defense for a decision is, “Someone else is doing something even more unpopular,” you’re not actually addressing the concern. You’re just choosing a different point on the same spectrum.

It’s the corporate version of, “Sure, I set your house on fire, but my neighbor burned down the whole block.”

Being less bad than someone else isn’t the same thing as being good. I’d rather hear the actual business case, the data, and the reasoning than be told I should feel grateful because another company made an even harsher decision.

Two wrongs don’t make a right. They just create two different versions of the same problem.

A Rutgers University report forecasts sluggish economic growth for New Jersey over the next two years, predicting a rate below the national average. The state's job market is expected to weaken, with employment growth projected to slow significantly in 2026. While education and health services have driven recent job gains, other sectors have experienced declines. Population growth, largely fueled by international migration, is also anticipated to decrease. The report suggests New Jersey's unemployment rate will remain higher than the national figure.

New Brunswick, New Jersey

https://jerseyvindicator.org/2026/07/11/new-jersey-economy-expected-to-trail-u-s-growth-for-next-2-years-rutgers-report-says/

LeeMAH Electronics is implementing significant layoffs, impacting 212 employees. The company cited "changing business needs" as the reason for these workforce reductions. These job cuts are scheduled to occur in two phases later this year. The manufacturer specializes in prototype and production printed circuit board assembly.

Brisbane, California

https://www.bizjournals.com/sanfrancisco/news/2026/07/10/sfbt-digest-friday-chevron-alameda-health-leemah.html

I thought it was odd that the job listing is for either Berwyn, PA or NYC. We're looking at two completely different applicant pools there, and does this mean they've acquired a new PA office in Berwyn, or is this just the Archer office?

"We’re seeking a future team member for the role of Vice President, Full Stack Engineer to join our Managed Accounts Solutions Platform team. This role is located in Berwyn, PA or New York, NY."

I haven't heard anything new about Pennington or Wilmington office closures, but then, the way this place operates we probably won't hear anything until the last minute.

VP JD Vance Delivers Doubts/Questions about the H-1B Visa Program -- Video Clip (elapsed time 1:26)

Message: American Jobs for American Workers!!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lGtCf4vw2Qw

Texas universities are launching new bachelor's and master's degree programs in Artificial Intelligence to equip students for a rapidly evolving job market. These programs often combine AI expertise with traditional disciplines like business and engineering. Despite companies slowing hiring due to AI uncertainty, these degrees aim to provide graduates with specialized skills. Universities are responding to industry demand, with Texas leading the nation in AI degree offerings. Graduates hope their practical AI applications will differentiate them in a competitive employment landscape.

Dallas, Texas

https://www.govtech.com/education/higher-ed/texas-universities-offer-ai-degrees-to-boost-value-for-students

What do L4 managers (first line) even do? Honestly, most of them just show up to ranking meetings and focus on protecting their own spot. Then they run a few routine chit‑chat check‑ins with their direct reports, maybe take the team out for frozen yogurt once in a while. But seriously, what is it that they actually do?

If you get accept a position from a competitor, what do you do? Looking for legit advice. I have heard theyll shut down your access if you tell them. I am just not sure what to do and want to be prepared and consider my options.

Anyone who has gone through it have the pay? I've heard multiple things.

Department: Classified
Tenure: 4 years
Severance benefit: $45k
Enhanced severance benefit: $10k
Severance benefit (Bonus): 10% paid in full.
Cobra Premium Subsidy: 1 year
Outplacement Assistance: 2 years

I declined. I love my job! What’d you get offered?

Lucid Motors announced layoffs impacting its Casa Grande plant. Over 1,000 employees and contractors were affected by these cuts. Arizona@Work Pinal County is providing comprehensive support. This includes organizing hiring events and career workshops. Job seekers can receive help with resumes and interview skills.

Casa Grande, Arizona

https://www.pinalcentral.com/casa_grande_dispatch/resources-hiring-events-planned-for-those-impacted-by-lucid-layoffs/article_5ab35c64-f89a-4d6a-828a-1ec9e3ad198e.html

what is the base salary for these positions at Verizon?

I am looking to apply to these positions in Florida.

How much do they pay?

https://www.reuters.com/business/world-at-work/volkswagen-ceo-faces-acid-test-unions-over-swingeing-job-cut-plans-2026-07-06/

Microsoft is preparing for another round of layoffs in July 2026. The company expects to cut 5,000 to 5,700 jobs globally. These reductions will primarily affect sales, consulting, and the Xbox division. The move aligns with the new fiscal year and a strategic shift towards AI. This follows previous large workforce reductions in 2025.

https://www.thehrdigest.com/microsoft-layoffs-to-put-more-jobs-at-risk-this-week/

Two companies announced Michigan layoffs in June. Ascend Wellness Holdings planned to lay off 94 workers in Lansing. This followed the closure of its ca--abis facility. The Dako Group also planned to lay off 82 employees in Auburn Hills. These actions affected a total of 176 employees.

https://www.mlive.com/news/2026/07/2-companies-planned-over-170-michigan-layoffs-in-june.html

Last I saw, the pay range for senior BECs was something ridiculous like $78k to $130k. How much does the average senior BEC (or even lead BEC) actually make?

Chartwells is cutting 153 jobs. These job cuts are effective July 1. The university is changing its food service vendor. Sodexo will replace Chartwells as the new provider. Sodexo plans to offer employment to many current staff.

St. Cloud, Minnesota

https://www.stcloudlive.com/news/local/st-cloud-state-chartwell-layoffs-sodexo-july-2026

About 84 Transdev employees in Rochester will lose their jobs. Rochester is changing its public transit operator. Via Transit Twin Cities LLC will take over service on September 1, 2026. Transdev's contract with the city concludes on August 31, 2026. Employees are offered the chance to continue with the new operator.

Rochester, MN

https://patch.com/minnesota/rochester-mn/84-rochester-mn-bus-workers-losing-jobs-city-picks-new-transit-company

A.O. Smith Corp. is a global manufacturing company. The company will close two facilities. These facilities are located in Central Ohio. This action will result in 92 layoffs. The company is ending its local operations.

Central Ohio

https://www.bizjournals.com/columbus/news/2026/07/02/ao-smith-corp-groveport-obetz-closure-layoffs.html

4000 ready to move on, while the next round coming soon.

Two defense contractors announced layoffs. Leidos and Tyto Athene will cut over 250 jobs. Layoffs affect Fort Meade and Windsor Mill locations in Maryland. Leidos cited contract changes and work moving in-house. The company plans to reassign affected employees where possible.

Fort Meade, Maryland

https://www.thebanner.com/economy/fort-meade-layoffs-leidos-tyto-athene-HKJE5J6EXVC5FJBQ64XJSUSEFU/

Even when I was still employed at WF several jobs posted did not list the salary. I had to email the recruiter listed and ask them what the pay was. I've found that this behavior has increased and not just at WF. Is saying you want a job for the money really so taboo? Why would anyone apply for a job when they don't know how much it pays?

The Sheraton Atlantic City Convention Center will cut 96 jobs. Headquarters Hotel Mgmt, LLC operates the hotel. These layoffs are scheduled for October 1. State officials approved converting half the hotel to senior apartments. This plan uses state tax incentives.

Atlantic City, New Jersey

https://www.nj.com/business/2026/07/jersey-shore-hotel-to-cut-nearly-100-jobs-as-senior-housing-plan-moves-forward.html

https://www.sfchronicle.com/tech/article/genentech-layoffs-south-san-francisco-22330978.php

Yes, we are actually looking for CE for our customer in the South of England to maintain IBM legacy equipment. So if you have been recently laid off or are about to be, let me know.

For people who are leaving VZ to join the new joint venture with BT, have you been given any information as to what your role will look like in the new org?

For people who have been told you are staying with VZ and not transitioning over, have you been told what your role will look like?

American jobs belong in America—not overseas. Stop rewarding companies that outsource our livelihoods. Close your USB accounts. Make your voice count.

Samsung SDS America plans to cut 179 jobs. These positions are at its Ridgefield Park, New Jersey headquarters. The job reductions are set to begin on October 1. This move is connected to Samsung Electronics America vacating the campus. Samsung Electronics America is relocating its U.S. headquarters to Plano, Texas.

Ridgefield Park, New Jersey

https://www.nj.com/business/2026/07/tech-giant-to-lay-off-179-nj-workers-ahead-of-move-to-texas.html

Cape Fear Valley Health announced workforce reductions this week. Approximately 200 positions are being eliminated. This includes 138 currently filled jobs. Declining federal reimbursements and rising healthcare costs drove the decision. The health system aims for long-term financial stability.

https://www.wral.com/news/local/cape-fear-valley-health-cuts-200-positions-july-2026/

I’ve seen some RTM jobs listed on job sites. Who’s to say that they’re not going to hire from the outside!? Think about it, they could save a lot of money that way.
I hope they hire from within the company.