Nuttall Gear to Lay Off Nearly Half of Wheatfield Plant Employees Amid Business Relocation

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A significant downsizing is set to impact the Nuttall Gear manufacturing facility in the Town of Wheatfield with nearly half of its current employees facing layoffs.

According to a recent notice filed with the New York State Department of Labor, the company plans to eliminate 32 positions out of the 68 currently held at its 2221 Niagara Falls Boulevard location. The reason cited for the job reductions is the relocation of operations.

The layoffs are scheduled to begin on August 8th and will continue in phases until the end of the year, per the company’s filing.

Nuttall Gear, which specializes in high-performance gear systems, became part of Regal Rexnord Corporation in 2023. Regal Rexnord, headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, is a major producer of electric motors and power transmission products. The company reported $198 million in net earnings on $6 billion in sales for 2024.

It remains unclear where the affected business functions will be moved or whether displaced workers will be offered relocation or alternative roles within the broader Regal Rexnord organization.

Nuttall Gear to Lay Off Nearly Half of Wheatfield Plant Employees Amid Business Relocation