Walmart Inc. has filed a WARN notice with the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity. The national retailer cited plans to lay off 111 employees from its facility in Matteson, Illinois.
Walmart Plans Workforce Reduction at Matteson Facility
Walmart Inc. is a technology-driven retailer offering affordable groceries, household goods, and other essentials. The company filed a Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) on March 27, 2026.
Walmart is closing a facility at 21430 S Cicero Ave., Matteson, IL 60443, resulting in employee layoffs. The layoffs are expected to take effect on May 29.
The filing did not provide additional details about the closure or layoffs. However, the filing provided advance notice to state agencies and workers of the upcoming workforce reduction. Based on the notice, the impacted employees can prepare for transition and seek retraining or other employment opportunities.
Walmart was founded by Sam Walton to offer value, a broad assortment of quality items, and a convenient shopping experience. It has now developed into a global retail organization featuring physical stores, online shopping platforms, and mobile shopping experiences.
The company also prioritizes education and skills training, and has invested $1 billion between 2021 and 2026. Walmart has over 10,900 stores and numerous e-commerce websites in 19 countries, reaching over 280 million customers each week.
Walmart is targeting environmentally sustainable operations in the coming years. The company also supports community initiatives through philanthropic programs. Recently, the Walmart Foundation announced up to $250,000 in grants for disaster relief across Hawaii.
The company is testing new retail strategies, including content-to-commerce initiatives and rapid store remodels in Walmart Neighborhood Markets, as it looks to reshape its approach across the U.S.
