Self-storage manufacturer Janus to slash over 100 Houston jobs

The Georgia-based company will lay off 113 employees at its Houston facility in April.

Published on Feb. 16, 2026

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Janus International Group, a self-storage and commercial door manufacturer, has announced it will lay off 113 employees at its Houston facility on April 3. The consolidation effort will affect 62 permanent and 51 temporary workers in roles like rollers, assemblers, and material handlers.

Why it matters

The layoffs are part of a broader consolidation effort by Janus, which has operated in Houston for over two decades. The announcement comes amid a series of job cuts in Harris County, highlighting the economic challenges facing some local businesses.

The details

Janus, which became public in 2021, is consolidating operations between its Janus, DBCI, and Asta Door Corporation brands. The company will be closing its 8018 Breen Drive location in Houston, where the affected employees work. Janus also operates a second Houston facility dedicated to ASTA America rolling steel door production.

  • Janus filed a WARN notice with the Texas Workforce Commission in early February 2026.
  • The layoffs are set to take effect on April 3, 2026.

The players

Janus International Group

A Georgia-based self-storage and commercial door manufacturer that has operated in Houston since 2004.

DBCI

A brand that Janus is consolidating operations with as part of this effort.

Asta Door Corporation

A brand that Janus is consolidating operations with as part of this effort.

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The takeaway

The Janus layoffs highlight the economic challenges facing some Houston businesses, as the city grapples with a series of job cuts across various industries. The consolidation reflects Janus' efforts to streamline operations and adapt to evolving market conditions.