Waterloo, IA has recorded 18 WARN filings affecting 1,398 workers over the past 24 months. The largest filer is John Deere, with 939 workers affected. Of these, 4 involved facility closures and 13 were layoff events. Filing dates range from May 20, 2024 through Apr 14, 2026. John Deere accounts for 67% of affected workers in Waterloo. Waterloo represents 11% of Iowa workers affected by WARN filings in this period.

Last 24 Months

Workers Affected
1,398
Filings
18
Companies Affected
9
Share of Iowa
6%
of 322 state filings
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Monthly Trend

Monthly avg: 58/mo

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If your employer filed a WARN notice affecting workers in Waterloo, 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 Iowa 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 Waterloo

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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.

Waterloo Filings

All Closures Layoffs 202620252024
CompanyTypeWorkersEffectiveFiled
UnityPoint Health
1825 Logan Ave
Layoff 1 2026-07-24 2026-04-14
Ryder Systems
2280 NE Drive
Layoff 153 2026-07-24 2026-04-08
First Student
1601 Black Hawk St
Closure 120 2026-06-30 2026-04-02
Cedar Valley
2637 Wagner Road
Closure 89 2026-03-17 2026-02-06
Ceilley Pallets
907 Ricker St
Closure 12 2025-11-27 2025-10-30
John Deere
3500 E Donald St
Layoff 101 2025-10-20 2025-09-17
John Deere
2000 Westfield Ave
Layoff 71 2025-09-22 2025-08-15
Advanced Drainage Systems
300 Ansborough Ave
Closure 71 2025-08-17 2025-06-18
United States Cellular
2775 Crossroads Blvd, Suite D
Layoff 11 2025-06-02 2025-04-07
Lutheran Services in Iowa
3640 University Ave
Layoff 2 2025-03-28 2025-03-03
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