Ohio Layoffs — January 2026, Week 1
Employers in Ohio submitted 2 WARN Act notices in January 2026, Week 1, putting at risk an estimated 147 workers. The average filing covered 74 workers, with 2 closures among the notices.
2
Notices Filed
147
Workers Affected
74
Avg per Notice
2
Closures
Labor Market Snapshot — Ohio (DOL/BLS)
4.5%
Unemployment
(December 2025)
5,894
Initial Claims
(2026-03-07 wk)
1.16%
Insured Unemp. Rate
(2026-03-07 wk)
Industry Breakdown
| Industry | Notices | Workers |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturing | 1 | 81 |
| Accommodation & Food | 1 | 66 |
The Manufacturing sector emerged as the hardest-hit sector with 81 workers across 1 notice. Separately, Accommodation & Food reported 66 workers.
Largest Layoffs
| Company | City | Workers | Type | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taikisha USA | Columbus | 81 | Closure | |
| Double Tree Cleveland Crescent Hotels & Resorts | Cleveland | 66 | Closure |
Topping the list was Taikisha USA at its Columbus facility, reporting 81 affected workers. Double Tree Cleveland Crescent Hotels & Resorts followed with 66 workers.
This report covers WARN Act filings in Ohio for Week 1 of January 2026. View the national Week 1 report or view the full January report for Ohio.