Layoffs in Ohio
WARN Act Notices & Labor Market Data (2026)
Comprehensive layoff tracking for Ohio — combining official WARN Act filings with Bureau of Labor Statistics employment data. Updated daily.
33
WARN Notices
4,193
Employees Affected
33
Companies
4.8%
Unemployment Rate
as of 9/2025
Recent Activity — Last 90 Days
33 new WARN notices filed affecting 4,193 employees in Ohio. 76% of all notices are plant closures.
Ohio Labor Market Overview
Bureau of Labor Statistics data
State Unemployment
4.8%
as of 9/2025
Ohio Employment by Industry
BLS Current Employment Statistics
Total Nonfarm
5,731 employed
Total Private
4,940 employed
Education and Health Services
993 employed
Professional and Business Services
742 employed
Manufacturing
684 employed
Leisure and Hospitality
572 employed
Financial Activities
317 employed
Information
66 employed
Largest Layoffs in Ohio
By number of employees affected
| Company | Employees | Date | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowe's Companies | 606 | Feb 16, 2026 | Layoff |
| First Brands Group Seneca | 407 | Feb 27, 2026 | Closure |
| Lourdes University | 387 | Mar 13, 2026 | Closure |
| First Brands Group Darke | 302 | Feb 27, 2026 | Closure |
| First Brands Group Wood | 302 | Feb 27, 2026 | Closure |
Most Affected Industries
Based on WARN Act filings
Frequently Asked Questions
About layoffs in Ohio
How many layoffs have been reported in Ohio?
Ohio has had 33 WARN Act notices filed, affecting 4,193 employees across 33 companies. In the last 90 days, 33 new notices were filed affecting 4,193 workers.
What is the unemployment rate in Ohio?
The unemployment rate in Ohio is 4.8%. The state has a labor force of N/A workers.
Which companies have the largest layoffs in Ohio?
The largest layoffs in Ohio include Lowe's Companies (606 employees), First Brands Group Seneca (407 employees), Lourdes University (387 employees). These are based on official WARN Act filings from the Ohio labor department.
What industries are most affected by layoffs in Ohio?
The most affected industries in Ohio are Manufacturing (13 notices), Retail (5 notices), Transportation & Logistics (5 notices).
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