Cleveland, Ohio – First Brands Group plans to close its Cleveland corporate office, eliminating 110 jobs.
According to a WARN notice filed with the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services, the company expects to permanently close its office at 127 Public Square, Suite 5300 in downtown Cleveland.
The closure is scheduled for April 30, 2026, when 105 employees are expected to be terminated. An additional five employees are expected to be laid off on June 30, 2026, according to the notice.
First Brands Group said the shutdown will be permanent and will affect the company’s Cleveland corporate operations. Because the closure involves the entire facility, the notice states that employee bumping rights will not apply.
The company said the decision comes as it continues to navigate Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings and financial distress.
According to the notice, First Brands had pursued efforts to maintain operations, including seeking additional funding and exploring potential sale opportunities. However, the company said those efforts ultimately led to the decision to close the Cleveland facility.
Workers affected by the layoffs were encouraged to contact the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services for assistance, including unemployment compensation information, job placement services, training opportunities, resume support, and interview preparation.
State workforce services are expected to provide rapid-response assistance for impacted employees.
The layoffs could affect professionals working in downtown Cleveland’s office sector, including employees who commute daily to the Public Square business district.
A company representative listed in the notice for additional information is Paul Kosturos, who can be reached at 833-434-2557.
The WARN filing was dated Wednesday, March 11, 2026, and submitted to state and local officials, including Cleveland Mayor Justin Bibb.
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