Saddle Creek Logistics Services Announces 168 Layoffs at New Caney Facility

The 60-year-old logistics provider cites market conditions as the reason for the job cuts.

Apr. 16, 2026 at 6:38pm

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Saddle Creek Logistics Services, a third-party logistics company based in Lakeland, Florida, has filed a WARN notice with the Texas Workforce Commission announcing the layoff of 168 employees at its facility in New Caney, Montgomery County. The layoffs are scheduled to take effect on June 11, 2026. This comes after the company announced the layoff of 151 employees at its Bessemer, Alabama facility earlier this year.

Why it matters

The layoffs at Saddle Creek Logistics Services reflect broader economic trends, as companies in the logistics and supply chain sectors adjust their workforce to meet current market demands. These job losses can have a significant impact on local communities, highlighting the need for support and retraining programs to help displaced workers find new employment.

The details

Saddle Creek Logistics Services, formerly known as Saddle Creek Corporation, is a 60-year-old logistics services provider that focuses on warehousing, transportation, omnichannel fulfillment, and contract packaging. The company has been recognized as 'Logistics Partner of the Year' by Sam's Club and has implemented new automation solutions and expanded its warehouse facilities in recent years. However, the company has also conducted mass layoffs at other facilities, including the announcement of 151 job cuts at its Bessemer, Alabama location in February 2026.

  • Saddle Creek filed the WARN notice with the Texas Workforce Commission on April 15, 2026.
  • The 168 layoffs at the New Caney facility are scheduled to take effect on June 11, 2026.
  • In February 2026, Saddle Creek announced the layoff of 151 employees at its Bessemer, Alabama facility, effective April 30, 2026.

The players

Saddle Creek Logistics Services

A third-party logistics (3PL) company based in Lakeland, Florida that provides integrated solutions in supply chain operations to assist manufacturers, retailers, and e-commerce companies.

Texas Workforce Commission

The state agency that oversees workforce development and unemployment insurance programs in Texas.

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What’s next

The company has not provided details on employee support or severance packages for the affected workers. It remains to be seen how the local community and government agencies will respond to assist the displaced employees.

The takeaway

The layoffs at Saddle Creek Logistics Services underscore the challenges facing the logistics and supply chain industry as it navigates changing market conditions. These job losses highlight the need for robust workforce development programs and support systems to help workers transition to new opportunities and maintain economic stability in affected communities.