September 12, 2025

Dunkin’ Franchise in Haverhill to Lay Off 74 Employees

News Summary

NGP Management LLC, the operator of Dunkin’ franchises, will lay off 74 employees in Haverhill, Massachusetts due to the closure of its production facility. The layoffs, impacting various roles, are set to occur between November 3 and November 27. This closure is part of a strategic move to open a new, larger manufacturing facility designed to enhance efficiency and production capacity. Affected employees may have the opportunity to transition to the new facility, with some already being trained for new positions.

Haverhill, Massachusetts: Dunkin’ Franchise to Lay Off 74 Employees as Production Facility Closes

NGP Management LLC, the operator of Dunkin’ restaurants across New England, is set to lay off 74 employees due to the upcoming closure of its production facility in Haverhill, Massachusetts. The layoffs will occur between November 3 and November 27, with a significant impact on drivers, production workers, bakers, sanitation workers, and various logistics roles.

The Dunkin’ production facility located at 15 Parkridge Road will cease operations in November following the company’s submission of a Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notice (WARN) to the state on September 2. This closure is tied to the launch of a new, larger, and more modern central manufacturing facility (CML) in Haverhill, expected to be operational by October. The new facility aims to enhance production capacity, leading to the decision to close the older site.

Approximately 45 production workers and 21 drivers are expected to be directly affected by the layoffs as indicated in correspondence with the Massachusetts Department of Career Services. A spokesperson for Dunkin’ confirmed that impacted employees would have the option to apply for positions at the new CML, with some employees already beginning training and engaging in production activities at that location.

Details of the Facility Closure

NGP Management’s Haverhill production facility primarily serves as a production and operations site rather than a retail establishment. The decision to close this facility aligns with the company’s strategic development plan, as it transitions to a more advanced manufacturing process, which is expected to be more efficient and capable of meeting growing demand.

The layoffs come at a time when many businesses are reassessing their operational needs and making adjustments in response to changing market conditions. For NGP Management, the shift toward the new facility represents an effort to modernize its operations and streamline its production process, although it does come with workforce reductions.

Background Context of NGP Management

NGP Management is a family-owned network of Dunkin’ franchises that traces its roots back to a single store established in Haverhill in 1980. Over the years, the company has expanded significantly, now operating over 100 Dunkin’ locations across Massachusetts, Maine, Vermont, and New Hampshire. This growth reflects the brand’s popularity and the company’s commitment to serving communities in the New England region.

The decision to consolidate production operations at a new site is part of a broader trend among food and beverage companies, which are investing in large-scale facilities to improve efficiency and reduce operational costs. While this transition may offer long-term benefits for the company, it highlights the challenges faced by employees during significant structural changes.

As the laid-off employees mark their last weeks at the current facility, they are also urged to explore job opportunities within the brand’s expanding operations. With Dunkin’s ongoing commitment to its workforce, there is hope that many of those affected will successfully transition to new roles within the organization.

NGP Management has yet to respond to requests for further comments regarding the layoff process and its impact on employees. As the community of Haverhill processes the impending changes, the focus remains on supporting affected workers and transitioning them into new opportunities.

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