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Hundreds Laid Off as Stanley Black & Decker Closes New Britain Factory

EMPLOYEES AFFECTED
300
SHARE OF WORKFORCE
~0.6%
EFFECTIVE DATE
Oct 1, 2023
300 OF 50,500 EMPLOYEES

What we know

Location: New Britain, Connecticut.

Based on news reporting.

Summary

Stanley Black & Decker, Inc. has initiated layoffs affecting approximately 300 employees as it closes its factory in New Britain, Connecticut. This decision comes as part of the company's restructuring efforts amid ongoing challenges in the market. The layoffs have already begun, impacting workers at the facility. The closure reflects the company's strategy to streamline operations and adapt to changing economic conditions. This move is part of a broader trend in the industry, but specific details regarding the future of the workforce remain unclear.

Stanley Black & Decker, Inc. cut 300 jobs as of October 1, 2023.

That is roughly 0.6% of the 50,500 people Stanley Black & Decker, Inc. employs.

LayoffTalk has tracked 7 layoff events at Stanley Black & Decker, Inc. since October 2023, affecting a combined 3,300 employees.

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LTLayoffTalk StaffStaff21 hours ago

Stanley Black & Decker, 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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Stanley Black & Decker, Inc.SWK
Industrials · 50,500 employees
7
EVENTS TRACKED
3,600
AFFECTED SINCE 2023
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