WARN Act filings filed with the Ohio workforce agency.
Last updated: Mar 09, 2026 · Showing last 24 months
Ohio has recorded 27 WARN filings over the past 24 months, affecting 2,680 workers across 23 companies. The most active filer is First Brands Group with 5 filings. Most filings are concentrated in Cleveland, Columbus, and Cincinnati. Of these, 20 involved facility closures and 7 were layoff events. Filing dates range from Jan 6, 2026 through Mar 3, 2026.
If your employer filed a WARN notice in Ohio, 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 the Ohio 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. Ask specifically about Rapid Response services, which are designed for WARN-affected workers.
Apply online at the Ohio workforce agency. You may be eligible before your last day.
Losing employer-sponsored coverage qualifies you for a Special Enrollment Period on the Health Insurance Marketplace.
You may be able to temporarily continue your employer health plan for up to 18 months, though you'll pay the full premium.
Employers with 100 or more employees must give 60 days written notice before mass layoffs or plant closings.
Free career counseling, resume help, job search assistance, and retraining programs through CareerOneStop.
Ohio has expanded 'mini-WARN' requirements with lower thresholds than the federal standard. All data on this page is sourced from official filings published by the Ohio workforce agency. Filings are updated regularly but may not reflect same-day submissions.
| Company | City | Type | Workers | Effective | Filed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lifetouch | Galion | Closure | 88 | 2026-06-05 | 2026-03-03 |
| Geodis | Ashville | Closure | 105 | 2026-04-28 | 2026-03-03 |
| GXO Logistics Supply Chain | West Jefferson | Closure | 102 | 2026-05-02 | 2026-03-03 |
| First Brands Group 5x in 12 mo | Tiffin | Closure | 407 | 2026-04-30 | 2026-02-27 |
| First Brands Group 5x in 12 mo | Bowling Green | Closure | 302 | 2026-04-30 | 2026-02-27 |
| First Brands Group 5x in 12 mo | Greenville | Closure | 302 | 2026-04-30 | 2026-02-27 |
| First Brands Group 5x in 12 mo | Cleveland | Closure | 110 | 2026-04-30 | 2026-02-27 |
| Meteor Creative | Tipp City | Closure | 66 | 2026-04-24 | 2026-02-24 |
| Evergreen Recycling | Clyde | Closure | 163 | 2026-02-24 | 2026-02-24 |
| First Brands Group 5x in 12 mo | Cleveland | Layoff | 146 | 2026-02-23 | 2026-02-23 |
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