First Brands Group, LLC, one of the leading manufacturers of automotive replacement parts in the U.S., filed a WARN notice on February 23. The company announced the permanent closure of its Marion (AVM) facility in East Marion, South Carolina.
The plant is set to shut down by April 30, resulting in 64 job losses. The facility closure was notified to the state after the company filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in late 2025.
WARN Notice Issued for First Brands’ Marion Facility Shutdown
First Brands Group, LLC, a global automotive parts manufacturing company, has announced it will permanently close its Marion (AVM) facility. With the Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) filing on February 23, the company has officially informed the state officials and workers about the facility closure.
Layoffs are expected to be completed by April 30, 2026. The facility is located at 3108 Hwy. 76 in East Marion.
The company operates well-known automotive brands such as Raybestos, Centric Parts, FRAM, and others. It provides a wide range of high-quality auto part services, advanced engineering experience, and customer support. Along with that, it also offers towing and trailering brands, like REESE, DRAW-TITE, and BULLDOG, among others.
Chapter 11 Restructuring Drives Facility Closure
The Marion facility closure comes several months after the company filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. On September 28, 2025, First Brands Group voluntarily filed for bankruptcy protection in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of Texas.
By filing for Chapter 11, the company sought court protection while it reorganized its business. The goal was to restructure operations and deal with its financial problems while continuing limited operations during the process.
What Is a WARN Notice?
The WARN notice confirms that the Marion facility will close permanently. Under federal and state law, U.S. employers with 100 or more employees must give at least 60 days’ advance notice before a plant closing or mass layoff.
The purpose of the WARN Act is to give workers time to prepare for job loss. State workforce agencies may step in to help affected workers during this transition. They can guide employees through applying for unemployment benefits and financial support.
As the Marion facility winds down its operations, the layoffs are expected to be completed by April. The closure of the facility marks a difficult time for the local community and will leave a lasting impact.
