Milwaukee, WI has recorded 31 WARN filings affecting 1,800 workers over the past 24 months. The largest filer is Air Wisconsin Airlines, with 448 workers affected. Of these, 16 involved facility closures and 15 were layoff events. Filing dates range from May 23, 2024 through Feb 10, 2026. Air Wisconsin Airlines accounts for 25% of affected workers in Milwaukee. Milwaukee represents 16% of Wisconsin workers affected by WARN filings in this period.

Last 24 Months

Workers Affected
1,800
Filings
31
Companies Affected
20
Share of Wisconsin
20%
of 152 state filings
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If your employer filed a WARN notice affecting workers in Milwaukee, you are entitled to 60 days advance written notice before your last day. During the notice period, you remain employed with regular pay and benefits. If your employer gave less than 60 days notice, you may be entitled to back pay and benefits for each day of the shortfall. After your last day, file for unemployment insurance with your state workforce agency as soon as possible. Review your COBRA options to continue health coverage for up to 18 months. Visit your local America's Job Center for free career counseling, resume help, and retraining vouchers.

File for Wisconsin Unemployment Insurance

Apply online at your state workforce agency. You may be eligible before your last day.

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Continue your employer health plan for up to 18 months, or compare lower-cost options on the Health Insurance Marketplace.

Your Rights Under the WARN Act

Employers with 100 or more employees must give 60 days written notice before mass layoffs or plant closings.

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Job Centers Near Milwaukee

America's Job Centers offer free career counseling, resume help, job search assistance, and retraining vouchers for WARN-affected workers. Ask about Rapid Response services.

Job Center Central (Maximus)
4201 North 27th Street, Milwaukee, WI 53216
Milwaukee Job Center Central
4201 N. 27th Street, Milwaukee, WI 53216
Milwaukee Southeast Job Center
2701 S Chase Avenue, Milwaukee, WI 53207

About This Data

All data on this site is sourced from official WARN Act filings published by state workforce agencies. Filings are updated regularly but may not reflect same-day submissions. Coverage varies by state.

Milwaukee Filings

All Closures Layoffs 202620252024
CompanyTypeWorkersEffectiveFiled
Cargill Meat Solutions Closure 221 2026-04-11 2026-02-10
Tekni-Plex Closure 39 2026-03-27 2026-01-26
PrimeFlight Aviation Services Closure 27 2026-01-09 2025-11-09
Air Wisconsin Airlines 4x in 12 mo Layoff 25 2025-12-17 2025-11-07
Air Wisconsin Airlines 4x in 12 mo Layoff 79 2025-12-17 2025-11-07
The First Step Community Recovery Center Closure 85 2025-12-31 2025-10-24
Equiniti Trust Layoff 8 2026-01-16 2025-10-24
Air Wisconsin Airlines 4x in 12 mo Layoff 30 2025-10-28 2025-09-05
Air Wisconsin Airlines 4x in 12 mo Layoff 84 2025-10-28 2025-09-05
Milwaukee Forge Layoff 60 2025-10-31 2025-08-20
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