Can My Recruiter Hold My Work Permit While I'm Outside Thailand?

An individual with a Non B visa and work permit is seeking advice on retaining their work permit while they are stuck outside of Thailand due to flight restrictions. They fear their work permit may be canceled if their employer terminates their contract. The responses indicate that typically, a work permit is tied to employment, and once the job ends, the work permit is canceled. However, there is a suggestion that a good relationship with the employer may allow for some leniency.