#ohio

Game developer Quarter Up has reportedly made significant layoffs following the launch of its new title, Invincible VS. Estimates suggest that at least 75% of the company's workforce was affected by these job cuts. Former employees confirmed their departures, citing the weak commercial performance of the game as the likely reason. The studio appears to have retained only a minimal team to manage post-launch support and DLC. These reductions began in June and continued through July.

https://se7en.ws/invincible-vs-developer-hit-by-mass-layoffs-as-majority-of-staff-leaves/?lang=en

International Motors will eliminate 1,341 positions at its Springfield, Ohio facility by October 2026. This significant workforce reduction is part of a facility sale to Canadian defense firm Roshel Inc. The layoffs represent one of the largest single mass layoff events in Ohio in the past five years. WARN filings indicate that nearly all of International Motors' local workforce will be affected by the sale. The company has not publicly disclosed details regarding potential job retention by the acquiring firm.

Springfield, Ohio

https://www.inkl.com/news/international-motors-cuts-1-341-jobs-in-springfield-in-one-of-ohios-largest-layoffs-in-five-years

https://www.cincinnati.com/story/news/2026/08/13/ohio-layoffs-closures-warn-notices-1400-jobs-july-2026/91143150007/

Poland Township trustees have officially approved layoffs across three different departments. This decision was made alongside the presentation of a comprehensive three-year plan for the township. The details of the affected departments and the specific nature of the three-year plan were not fully elaborated upon in the provided text. Further information regarding the impact of these layoffs and the township's future initiatives is anticipated.

Poland, Ohio

https://www.wfmj.com/video/news/trustees-approve-layoffs-present-three-year-plan/video_1ad69f6b-88ce-5fbe-b5ec-2c388e17e709.html

Three Ohio businesses submitted WARN notices in July 2026, signaling substantial workforce reductions. International Motors in Springfield will lay off 1,341 employees as it sells its facilities. Notions Marketing in Strongsville and Bridgeway Pointe in Cincinnati also reported smaller layoffs. These notices collectively impact over 1,500 workers across the state. The International Motors layoff is one of the largest in Ohio in recent years.

Springfield, Ohio

https://www.cincinnati.com/story/news/2026/08/13/ohio-layoffs-closures-warn-notices-1400-jobs-july-2026/91143150007/

Procter & Gamble has announced significant job reductions as part of a large-scale restructuring. The company has eliminated 5,000 positions over the past year. This move is a key component of their ongoing organizational changes. The full impact of the restructuring is still unfolding.

Cincinnati, Ohio

https://www.bizjournals.com/cincinnati/news/2026/08/05/pg-reveals-job-cuts-impact-past-year-restructure.html

The vertical farming company 80 Acres Farms has implemented layoffs. This action follows the failure of a potential acquisition deal. The company was unable to secure additional capital. The acquisition fell through on August 2. These layoffs are a direct consequence of this financial setback.

Hamilton, Ohio

https://www.bizjournals.com/cincinnati/news/2026/08/05/80-acres-closure-layoffs-acquirer-indoor-farm.html

International Motors is preparing for significant layoffs affecting over 1,300 employees. The company has not provided specific reasons for this large-scale reduction. This action will impact a substantial portion of its workforce. Further details regarding the timeline and specific departments affected are expected. The company's future operational adjustments remain unclear.

Springfield, Ohio

https://www.wdtn.com/video/more-than-1300-layoffs-expected-at-international-motors-in-springfield/12021961/

Employees at Schwebel's have reported the commencement of layoffs. Some workers expressed surprise at the sudden nature of the dismissals. The company is reportedly encouraging affected staff to file for unemployment benefits. Certain departments were expected to continue operations until later in the week. The exact number of employees impacted by these reductions was not specified.

Youngstown, Ohio

https://www.wkbn.com/news/local-news/youngstown-news/layoffs-begin-at-schwebels-worker-reports-being-left-in-the-dark/

Despite a surplus in the last fiscal year, Akron Public Schools is projected to face significant deficits starting this academic year. The district's financial outlook indicates spending will outpace revenue in the coming years. This shift necessitates the consideration of cost-saving measures by the school board. The board is actively deliberating these potential actions to address the looming financial challenges. The future financial stability of the district is a primary concern.

Akron, Ohio

https://www.beaconjournal.com/story/news/education/2026/07/26/akron-school-board-weighs-cost-saving-measures-amid-uncertain-future/91022676007/

A few analysts were recently let go. Seems like C&S Ohio is dying a slow death ever since MMP and DSNP have gone away. We were told it was due to the business like they were supporting was basically dead? I am assuming that was DSNP. MMP has been gone for several months now. The speculation rumor mill is that these analysts had been there quite a while and were probably making good money so they let them go to save money. I dont know if it was random or if the leadership all conjour together and figure out who they can let go. Its very interesting that not one leadership person in Ohio was effected by losing MMP. One person left but they just went to the national line of business. Never trust any of these people in leadership. They are not your friend. They are all out for themselves and they get together to discuss who to keep and who not to keep. I would be very wary in Ohio C&S especially if you make good money. If you arent making good money you are probably safe because you dont effect the budget at all. Stay vigilant out there! Always have an updated resume.

Nine Ohio companies filed WARN notices in June, signaling significant workforce reductions. These notices indicate that over 900 workers across the state will be affected by layoffs or closures. Among the impacted businesses is Schwebel Baking Company, a family-owned bakery, which is closing its doors. The bakery's closure alone will result in the loss of 480 jobs in Hebron and Youngstown. Other companies, including Republic National Distributing Company and Senior Resource Connection, also reported substantial worker impacts.

Hebron, Youngstown, Cincinnati, Mason, Dayton, Groveport, Valley City

https://www.cincinnati.com/story/news/2026/07/15/ohio-layoffs-closure-warn-notices-900-jobs/90922772007/

Meridian HealthCare has discontinued its detox services program due to financial difficulties. The organization cited reimbursement challenges as the primary reason for this decision. While other services remain unaffected, some staff from the detox program have been reassigned, and others were laid off. The CEO stated that all current patients in the program are still receiving care. Efforts are underway to secure alternative services for indigent individuals in recovery.

Youngstown, Ohio

https://www.wfmj.com/news/local-news/youngstown/meridian-healthcare-eliminates-detox-program-citing-cost-challenges/article_40c9c45e-40bc-4c76-90db-55c2e1a079aa.html

Dozens of educators who received layoff notices in the spring are being offered their jobs back. The Cleveland Teachers Union confirmed that 31 teachers have been given recall notices. This recall is in addition to other educators previously offered positions. The district and union are continuing discussions about bringing more staff back. Roughly half of the affected union staff will return for the upcoming school year.

Cleveland, Ohio

https://www.ideastream.org/education/2026-07-10/additional-cleveland-school-teachers-recalled-after-spring-layoff-notices

Whirlpool has closed following refrigeration factories in recent times

1. Fort Smith, AK - 2012
2. Evansville, IN - 2014
3. Amana, IA - Not closed but significantly watered down from its glory days
4. Supsa Mexico - Planned closure in 2027

Do you think they might close down Ohio and / or Ramos factory next? The refrigeration business is losing almost a million dollar when Whirlpool opens the door every day.

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

Alpha Technologies announced upcoming layoffs. The company is closing its operations. This closure is the reason for the job cuts. A total of 75 workers will be affected. These layoffs are expected to begin on August 31, 2026.

https://whatcom-news.com/what-were-reading-alpha-technologies-announces-layoffs-due-to-closure_237193/

iHeartMedia has initiated widespread layoffs. These cuts impact its Columbus, Ohio, radio stations. Longtime hosts Chris Davis and Joe Kelly are departing. The company plans a new $50 million cost savings program. iHeartMedia also aims to scale its technology capabilities.

Columbus, Ohio

https://www.dispatch.com/story/entertainment/2026/07/01/columbus-radio-stations-iheartmedia-staff-layoffs/90755892007/

In Twinsburg Ohio last week a Uniti Boring Crew struck a gas line they later claimed was incorrectly located by a 3rd party locating company. So far nobody believes them...

Akron Public Schools reinstated 15 employees. These individuals faced layoffs earlier this year. The school board reappointed them to vacant positions. This move preserves budget savings from their former jobs. The district still plans further significant budget cuts.

Akron, Ohio

https://www.ideastream.org/education/2026-06-25/akron-schools-reinstates-more-than-a-dozen-employees-who-faced-layoffs

Senior Resource Connection will begin mass layoffs on June 30. The nonprofit plans to close its operations. Services are transitioning to local partnering agencies. Reduced federal funding and inflation caused financial difficulties. Approximately 160 employees will be impacted.

Dayton, Ohio

https://www.daytondailynews.com/tncms/asset/editorial/e39802e9-68ba-58e2-a005-b3395fa21d37

Schwebel Baking Co. plans to close its last two bakeries. These facilities are located in Youngstown and Hebron. The company expects to shutter them by Labor Day. Schwebel's has shut down various facilities over ten years. This continues a trend of facility closures for the company.

https://www.bizjournals.com/cleveland/news/2026/06/18/schwebel-baking-company-layoffs-liquidation.html

Pioneer Cladding & Glazing Systems Inc. will lay off 43 workers. These layoffs will occur at its Mason, Ohio facility. The company filed a WARN notice with the state. Project postponements and extended customer timelines caused the reduction in work. The company expects these layoffs to be temporary.

Mason, Ohio

https://www.cleveland.com/business/2026/06/facade-contractor-in-southwest-ohio-announces-layoffs.html

Republic National Distributing Co. plans to lay off 56 employees. The company will cease operations at three Ohio locations. Two of these sites are located in Greater Cincinnati. These moves follow several months of downsizing. A potential sale of its Ohio facilities is under consideration.

Cincinnati, Ohio

https://local12.com/news/local/republic-national-distributing-layoffs-cincinnati-ohio-pending-sale-unemployment-jobs

https://www.bizjournals.com/dayton/news/2026/06/04/senior-resource-connection-closes-190-layoffs-warn.html

Any layoffs coming to Columbus Ohio location??

Cooper-Standard Automotive Inc. plans to close its Bowling Green, Ohio plant. The facility closure is scheduled by the end of 2027. This plant manufactures sealing systems and components. These products are supplied to the automotive industry. This marks the company's second Ohio plant closure in six months.

Bowling Green, Ohio

https://www.rubbernews.com/company-moves/rn-cooper-standard-automotive-ohio-plant-closure/

The City unveiled its 2027 budget proposal. This proposal addresses a $29.5 million deficit. It explicitly states there will be no layoffs. No new taxes are included in the plan. The city aims to manage its finances without these measures.

Cincinnati, OH

https://www.fox19.com/video/2026/05/22/city-releases-2027-budget-proposal-no-layoffs-no-new-taxes-amid-295m-deficit/

Cleveland Metropolitan School District (CMSD) announced 410 job cuts last month. This total included 146 teacher layoffs. The district is eliminating four positions from its top 25 highest-paid administrators. These roles include an IT officer, a senior high principal, and two manager positions. CMSD faces financial issues and declining student enrollment.

Cleveland, Ohio

https://fox8.com/news/i-team/i-team-any-top-jobs-cut-in-cleveland-school-layoffs/

Cleveland Metropolitan School District leaders defended recent layoffs and school closures. An additional 51 central office administrators received layoff notices. This adds to 315 layoffs approved earlier in April. The district will close 29 schools next year due to declining enrollment. Sixty teachers previously laid off will return as enhanced building substitutes.

Cleveland, Ohio

https://www.ideastream.org/education/2026-05-12/cleveland-school-leaders-defend-layoffs-building-closures-amid-broader-public-education-challenges

Huntsman Corp. will cease nitrile latex production at its Akron facility. This change is scheduled for the end of the first quarter of 2027. The company plans to lay off 25% to 30% of its Akron workforce. Increased low-cost imports from the Far East are cited as a factor. Huntsman will continue other polymer manufacturing and focus on new materials in Akron.

Akron, Ohio

https://www.beaconjournal.com/story/business/2026/05/12/texas-based-huntsman-corporation-adjusting-its-manufacturing-focus-in-akron-nitrile-latex/89983377007/

The Akron school board approved $11 million in budget reductions. This action prevents a financial shortfall for the upcoming school year. Seventeen staff positions will be eliminated from the district. Six deans will move into available teaching positions. These measures aim to prevent future state financial oversight.

Akron, Ohio

https://www.beaconjournal.com/story/news/education/2026/05/12/akron-school-board-approves-11-million-cuts-avoids-teacher-layoffs/90034259007/

MRI Software reportedly announced layoffs affecting its workforce. Up to 200 workers are reportedly impacted by these job cuts. The company specializes in real estate management and investment software. MRI Software is based in Solon, Ohio. The firm was previously known for its hiring practices.

Solon, Ohio

https://www.crainscleveland.com/real-estate/commercial/ccl-mri-layoffs-2026511/

Ohio's labor department issued several WARN notices in April 2026. These notices came from multiple employers across the state. Over eighteen hundred workers face layoffs or closures. Refresco will end manufacturing operations in Toledo. Other companies like First Brands Group also filed notices.

, Ohio

https://www.cincinnati.com/story/news/2026/05/08/ohio-companies-layoffs-closures-april-2026/89977192007/

Milestone Technologies is laying off 105 employees. This decision follows the end of a contract. The contract was for services at Meta's data center. The data center is located in New Albany. Milestone Technologies' work at the campus will conclude.

New Albany

https://www.bizjournals.com/columbus/news/2026/05/07/milestone-technologies-meta-data-center-new-albany.html

Lorain voters approved a school levy on Tuesday. This measure, Issue 5, passed with 51.32% of the vote. The approval follows a year of major budget cuts and layoffs. The district recently cut 167 positions, including 106 teachers. The levy aims to stabilize finances and prevent more job losses.

Lorain, Ohio

https://www.cleveland19.com/2026/05/07/lorain-voters-approve-school-levy-after-district-layoffs-cuts/

he Cleveland Metropolitan School District (CMSD) laid off over 300 employees. Teachers and staff publicly criticized the decision. They cited high executive salaries as a reason for financial mismanagement. District leaders defended the actions as necessary to avoid further deficits. Declining enrollment and rising expenses challenge Ohio school districts.

Cleveland, Ohio

https://readlion.com/cleveland-district-comes-under-fire-for-poor-financial-management-leading-to-layoffs/

A Columbus AI startup will postpone its upcoming tech festival. This decision follows recent layoffs at the company. A pending lawsuit also affects the company. The suit accuses the founder of firing executives. This was allegedly to avoid sharing future profits.

Columbus, Ohio

https://www.dispatch.com/story/news/local/2026/05/05/ohio-tech-entertainment-festival-2026-delayed/89953871007/

First Brands Group LLC delayed job cuts at its Cleveland corporate office. Sixty-seven corporate employees will stay until May 31. Three hundred forty-five Tiffin facility employees also face delayed job cuts. The automotive parts company is in Chapter 11 bankruptcy. The company is negotiating to sell parts of its U.S. business.

Cleveland, Ohio

https://www.cleveland.com/metro/2026/05/first-brands-adjusts-layoff-plan-at-cleveland-corporate-office.html