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Micron Technology Initiates Layoffs in China Amid Mobile NAND Market Exit

EMPLOYEES AFFECTED
300
SHARE OF WORKFORCE
~0.6%
EFFECTIVE DATE
Oct 1, 2023
300 OF 48,000 EMPLOYEES

What we know

Location: China.

Department affected: R&D and support functions.

Based on news reporting.

Summary

Micron Technology, Inc. has begun layoffs in China, affecting approximately 300 employees as the company exits the mobile NAND market. This decision comes as part of a broader restructuring strategy aimed at adapting to changing market conditions and reducing operational costs. The layoffs are part of Micron's efforts to streamline its operations and focus on more profitable segments. The company has faced challenges in the memory chip sector, prompting this workforce reduction. The layoffs are effective immediately as Micron adjusts its business strategy in response to market demands.

Micron Technology, Inc. cut 300 jobs affecting its R&D and support functions team as of October 1, 2023.

That is roughly 0.6% of the 48,000 people Micron Technology, Inc. employs.

LayoffTalk has tracked 3 layoff events at Micron Technology, Inc. since October 2023, affecting a combined 800 employees.

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Anonymous by default. Be kind — people reading this may be going through it right now.

LTLayoffTalk StaffStaff21 hours ago

Micron Technology, Inc. cut 300 jobs on October 1, 2023. What did this look like from the inside — which teams, how much notice, what severance was offered? You can post anonymously below.

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