Weinig to cut 400 jobs - mainly in Germany - Weinig slashes 400 German jobs as woodworking demand collapses
Weinig, a prominent manufacturer of woodworking machinery, has revealed plans to cut 400 jobs over the next two years. The decision follows a sharp decline in demand, driven by weak economic conditions across Germany and Europe. Two of its German sites will also be relocated, though new locations have not yet been confirmed.
The company pointed to a prolonged economic downturn as the main reason for the restructuring. Over the past 12 months, demand for woodworking machines has fallen significantly. German precision tool production dropped by 7% in 2025, while European deliveries declined by 6%. Germany's overall machine-building sector also shrank by 5% in the same period, with stagnation across the EU.
Weinig's job reductions will primarily target its German operations. The affected sites include Weinig Operations in Malterdingen and Weinig Grecon in Alfeld. The cuts will be carried out through voluntary severance packages, early retirement offers, and natural staff turnover.
The company stated that weaker-than-expected order volumes have forced a review of its global cost structure. By streamlining operations, Weinig aims to improve long-term stability and adapt to the current market challenges.
The restructuring will reduce Weinig's workforce by 400 employees within two years. Relocations of two German sites are also planned, though details on new locations remain undisclosed. The measures come as the woodworking machinery sector faces ongoing pressure from weak industrial demand.
