Matteson Walmart Warehouse to Close This Spring, Laying Off 111 Employees

Matteson Walmart warehouse to close this spring, laying off 111 employees

Walmart announced it will close its Matteson fulfillment center and lay off 111 employees.

111 workers forced to transfer or quit as Walmart fulfillment center closes for automation-centered restructuring

111 workers will have the choice to transfer or quit after the closure of a Walmart fulfillment center outside of Chicago.  Walmart Inc. issued a Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification on Friday, March 27th. The Matteson, Illinois facility is set to close on May 29th.  According to Northwest Arkansas Democrat Gazette, Walmart is offering a $7,500 transfer bonus and relocation assistance for any employees that agree to work at another faci…