CALIFORNIA (Aiexpress) – DMSI, a prominent industrial staffing agency, has officially informed the California Employment Development Department (EDD) about its decision to lay off more than 1,600 workers. These layoffs will take effect on January 26, 2025, as detailed in a Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) Act filing.
The job cuts are concentrated at Ross distribution centers located in Shafter, Moreno Valley, and Perris. This significant workforce reduction underscores a broader nationwide trend of job losses in the logistics sector.
Nationwide Impact on Logistics Employment
According to industry insights from Freight Waves, companies across Arizona, California, Georgia, Illinois, Missouri, Ohio, and Texas announced a total of 2,402 job cuts in November 2024 alone. These widespread layoffs could indicate a waning demand in the logistics industry or reflect shifts in how businesses approach staffing and operational efficiency.
Additional Layoffs in California’s Logistics Sector
DMSI’s announcement is not an isolated event. Other logistics firms in California are also reporting impending layoffs:
- Mountain Valley Express, a regional less-than-truckload (LTL) freight carrier, plans to cut 74 jobs statewide in January 2025.
- GXO Logistics Supply Chain Inc. has already reduced its workforce by 345 employees in San Bernardino County and is set to lay off another 25 workers in February 2025.
WARN Act: A Safety Net for Affected Workers
DMSI’s WARN notice was submitted to the EDD in November 2024, providing a 60-day notice required by law. Under the WARN Act, employers with 100 or more employees must inform workers in advance of mass layoffs or plant closures. This regulation aims to give employees and their families sufficient time to prepare for potential job losses and explore new opportunities.
The layoffs at DMSI and other logistics companies highlight ongoing challenges within the industry, leaving many workers facing uncertainty as they enter the new year.
