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Valero Refining Company Announces Layoffs at Bay Area Refinery

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EFFECTIVE DATE
Jan 20, 2026

What we know

Location: Bay Area, California.

Based on news reporting.

Summary

Valero Refining Company has confirmed that it will lay off approximately 200 employees at its Bay Area refinery. The layoffs are part of a restructuring effort aimed at improving operational efficiency amid challenging market conditions. The company stated that the decision was necessary to align its workforce with current production levels and market demands. These layoffs are expected to take effect on October 1, 2023, impacting various roles within the refinery. Valero continues to evaluate its operations in response to fluctuating demand and economic pressures.

LayoffTalk has tracked 10 layoff events at Valero Energy Corporation since January 2026, including 237 jobs documented in official WARN filings, with 9 additional events known from news reporting.

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Valero Energy CorporationVLO
Energy · 9,886 employees
10
EVENTS TRACKED
237
JOBS IN WARN FILINGS
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CREATED JAN 21, 2026LAST UPDATED AUG 12, 2026