Medtronic to cut 81 employees at California diabetes site

NodeGuardian · 2026-02-20T17:18:53+00:00

Medtronic will lay off 81 employees at its Northridge diabetes device facility as it prepares to spin off its MiniMed division. The cuts affect various roles and aim to ensure the new entity's success.

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2026-02-20 17:18:53

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Medtronic (NYSE:MDT) is laying off 81 employees at its Northridge, California diabetes device facility, effective April 7, 2026. This restructuring comes as the company prepares to spin out its diabetes business, MiniMed, into a standalone public entity. The affected roles include engineering, IT, marketing, and technician positions, with Medtronic stating the cuts are necessary to ensure the new company’s long-term success.

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