Plainfield's packed logistics corridor is about to lose one of its players. WIT Logistics plans to shut down its local warehouse on May 31, a move the company has described as a permanent closure that will eliminate 65 jobs. The company told workers in mid‑March that operations would wind down over the coming weeks, affecting both floor workers and office staff.
A WARN filing with the Indiana Department of Workforce Development lists WIT Logistics, LLC's Plainfield operation as a plant closing that will impact 65 workers and shows May 31 as the closure date. The state's public database records a notice dated last Friday and classifies the move as a permanent shutdown in logistics and distribution services. That filing serves as the official advance notice required under state and federal WARN rules.
Local reporting by FOX59 says the company handed out formal notices to employees in mid‑March and that the warning states workers will not have bumping or transfer rights into other positions. According to FOX59, affected roles span general managers, human resources staff, operations managers, warehouse supervisors, inventory workers, material handlers, quality staff and administrative jobs. The station reports the notice calls the shutdown permanent and says there are no immediate plans to relocate the operation.
WIT's place in Plainfield's logistics scene
WIT Logistics operates under the Walker SCM umbrella, a national third‑party logistics provider that lists a Plainfield presence on its company site. Walker SCM describes WIT as providing warehousing, contract packaging and distribution services to manufacturers and retailers. The Plainfield facility has functioned as a mid‑sized employer in the broader logistics hub clustered around Indianapolis International Airport.
Help for workers and next steps
Workers covered by WARN notices can turn to the Indiana Department of Workforce Development and the state’s WorkOne system for help navigating what comes next. Local WorkOne career centers offer assistance with unemployment claims, retraining options and job searches. See WorkOne for the nearest office and contact details. Staff can also help with resume updates and connecting laid‑off workers to training programs.
Legal context
The federal WARN Act generally requires employers to provide 60 days of advance notice before mass layoffs or plant closings, and the government lays out the fine print for both workers and companies. The U.S. Department of Labor offers detailed WARN resources, including a worker guide and an explanation of employer obligations. U.S. Department of Labor materials explain worker rights and the limited exceptions that can apply. The timing listed in the state's filing and in the company notices to employees will be key in determining whether any additional remedies or claims emerge as the closure moves forward.
