Mars Information Services to Lay Off 55 in Newark
The company plans to cut 55 jobs in Newark by January 31, 2027, as part of an office departure.
Updated on Oct. 21, 2026 in Jobs — General
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Mars Information Services will lay off 55 employees at its Newark facility, with the reduction scheduled to take effect on January 31, 2027. This follows a previous filing from the company regarding a separate workforce reduction.
Why it matters
The layoffs occur as the company prepares to fully vacate its office location in Newark. While these roles are being cut in the city, Mars will maintain its ongoing business operations at its Hackettstown facility.
The upcoming layoff impacts 55 staff members at the Newark office. This follows a larger reduction involving 307 employees that was reported in a July 2026 filing.
The players
Mars Information Services
This is a corporate division of the global confectionery and pet care company Mars, Incorporated.
New Jersey Department of Labor
This state agency oversees employment regulations and receives mandatory WARN notices regarding mass layoffs.
The details
The company filed a formal notice with the New Jersey Department of Labor indicating the workforce reduction. The business is in the process of departing its Newark office location entirely by December 2027.
Timeline
July 2026: Mars filed a previous layoff notice.
Oct. 16, 2026: A previous round of layoffs took effect.
Jan. 31, 2027: The new round of layoffs is scheduled to take effect.
December 2027: Mars is expected to depart its Newark location.
Market Landscape
The filing follows the regulatory requirements set by the Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) Act for large-scale job reductions. This move reflects a broader trend of corporate consolidation as companies move to streamline their physical office footprints.
The upcoming layoffs and office closure will result in the departure of 55 positions from the local Newark economy by early 2027. Residents and service providers associated with the facility should anticipate the office vacancy by the end of the year.
The takeaway
Workers impacted by these layoffs may utilize state-provided workforce development resources to assist with their transition. The consolidation of corporate office space remains a significant factor in regional employment shifts.
Further reading
For more information on the regional labor market, visit the Newark Jobs — General section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by NJ.
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