JCPenney closing warehouse, laying off nearly 300 workers
JCPenney is set to close a Texas warehouse and lay off nearly 300 employees this year.
JCPenney announced in May it will permanently close its Alliance Supply Chain facility in Haslet, Texas around Nov. 1, according to a Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) Act Notice obtained by USA TODAY. As a result of the closure, as many as 296 employees could be laid off, though "a few" workers may be offered positions at other JCPenney locations.
"While this decision was difficult, it was necessary to build a stronger, more competitive company," a JCPenney spokesperson told USA TODAY. "We appreciate the contributions of all affected associates, who had been previously notified of our decision, and are committed to supporting them with transition resources, including severance and benefits."
In May, JCPenney closed seven of its underperforming locations. This came after the company shuttered more than 200 stores nationwide after filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in 2020.
Here's what to know about the Alliance Supply Chain facility closure.
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What is the JCPenney Alliance Supply Chain facility?
The JCPenney Alliance Supply Chain facility is one of the company's major retail distribution centers.
Why is JCPenney closing the Texas warehouse?
JCPenney has not indicated specifically why it is closing its Alliance Supply Chain facility in Haslet, Texas.
What types of jobs will be affected by the layoffs?
A variety of positions will be affected by the mass layoffs, including jewelers, supply chain managers, mechanics and electricians, according to the WARN Notice.
When will layoffs occur?
As many as 296 employees are set to be laid off in two waves, JCPenney's WARN notice states: 42 employees face layoffs between Aug. 1-14 and 254 employees are set to be let go between Nov. 1-14. All employees have been notified, the WARN notice states.
Letters sent to employees remind them that they do not have the "contractual right to assume positions that are already filled by other associates" at other JCPenney locations, per the WARN notice.
Greta Cross is a national trending reporter at USA TODAY. Story idea? Email her at gcross@usatoday.com.
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