TeamOne lays off 725 temporary workers at Skechers factory store in Moreno Valley.
TeamOne, a staffing agency specializing in the placement of temporary workers for warehouse positions in the Inland Empire, has announced the layoff of 725 employees stationed at a Skechers USA Inc. facility in Moreno Valley. This significant workforce reduction comes in response to the termination of TeamOne’s staffing agreement by Skechers, which cited unforeseen business circumstances as the reason for the decision.
In a letter submitted to the California Employment Development Department on May 18, Frank Moran, the president and CEO of TeamOne, explained the situation, stating that the company was informed of the termination on May 14. Although TeamOne contends that it is not legally obligated to provide advance notice in this circumstance, the company opted to do so as a precautionary measure out of concern for its employees.
Skechers, a well-known footwear company headquartered in Manhattan Beach, operates the factory store and warehouse complex located off the 60 Freeway in Moreno Valley. TeamOne acts purely as a staffing agency, supplying temporary labor to the facility. The abrupt layoff has left many uncertain about the future of employment at the Skechers location, as the number of remaining workers and the specific reasons behind the layoffs have not been disclosed.
According to the federal Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act (WARN), TeamOne’s notification indicated that the layoffs would take effect on June 13. This federally mandated notice is required when an employer lays off over 50 employees, ensuring that affected workers are informed at least 60 days before their termination date. The job roles impacted by these layoffs include positions such as material handlers, equipment operators, processors, and housekeeping services, among others.
The Skechers distribution center in Moreno Valley, which began construction in 2010, was anticipated to create approximately 2,400 jobs when fully operational. This expansive facility spans more than 1.8 million square feet and has seen significant workforce fluctuations over the years. By 2012, the distribution center employed around 600 people, though reports have indicated varying employment levels since then.
As of late May, Skechers’ career website listed only 20 job openings at the Moreno Valley location, reflecting potential challenges in workforce retention following the recent layoff announcement. In addition, the Moreno Valley City Council previously approved plans for the facility’s expansion, signaling ongoing investment in the area even amid managerial transitions. Notably, Skechers underwent a change in ownership in September 2025 when New York-based investment firm 3G Capital completed a .4 billion deal to take the company private, marking a historic transaction in the footwear industry.
With the current restructuring and layoffs raising questions regarding the stability and future employment prospects at the Skechers facility, the community watches closely as developments unfold. Media News Source will continue to provide updates on this evolving story and its implications for the local workforce.
