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FHI Shutdown Leaves 168 Jobs Gone | Raleigh News
A major logistics contractor shut down operations at five Publix distribution centers in Florida, eliminating 168 jobs — most in Lakeland — as the broader distribution industry surges with e-commerce growth. With no union protections or bumping rights, these workers face sudden displacement despite booming demand. The reason for FHI’s exit remains unclear, and Publix hasn’t announced a replacement — exposing how fragile contract labor jobs can be, even amid industry expansion. This isn’t an isolated case — similar layoffs ripple through the logistics sector whenever customer contracts shift…
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