Merck Announces Additional Layoffs in New Jersey
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What we know
Location: New Jersey, USA.
Based on news reporting.
Summary
Merck & Co., Inc. has announced layoffs affecting approximately 300 employees in New Jersey. This decision comes as part of a broader restructuring effort aimed at streamlining operations and reducing costs. The layoffs are expected to take effect on October 1, 2023. Merck has indicated that these cuts are necessary to adapt to changing market conditions and to focus on its core business areas. The company continues to evaluate its workforce needs in light of ongoing economic challenges.
LayoffTalk has tracked 34 layoff events at Merck & Co., Inc. since May 2025, including 146 jobs documented in official WARN filings, with 31 additional events known from news reporting.
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