56/30 yrs. at Ford; pension plus supplement plus medical. Release me! Release me! Please let me go!

Nobody has been notified. Tuesday is the day but I think some are just trying to get a head start and not have to linger afterward. I dont know if I am on the list but I took all my stuff home late last week, just in case. Travel light.

I am not an ‘old timer’ (11 years with Ford) and I may be 100% off but here it goes anyway. Is it possible that Hackett & Co. know a bit more than us and are getting ready for a prolonged economic war with China – if that’s the case, I’d assume they... — read more 

I'm so sick and tired of this. Do they really think they can treat us this way and STILL expect to get our money? Or more importantly, the money of all the family members and friends we convince to buy Ford out of some kind of misguided sense of... — read more 

I thought we'd be notified tomorrow or sometime after that if we are affected by the layoff, yet here we have a number of people who keep saying they are already packing or that they know people who already know - is this true? Have some people... — read more 

Just a question that keeps popping up in my mind. I couldn't manage to recall. Have we really executed all of this that is happening as something normal and usual, up to a point where layoffs are a normal state and mass layoffs are never too... — read more 

I am fairly certain I will be let go very soon. Does anyone know how much is COBRA for a family of four (I have two teenagers + spouse)? What's covered by COBRA? Is dental / vision included? Thank you!

With Ford and GM making cuts, the next few years looks to be a shaky ride in SE Michigan. When things like this happen in my experience, alot starts to get overlooked and fall off the table in big companies like this. There are just too many projects... — read more 

Here you go - Complete: Hackett's Email on Layoffs (Subject: Smart Redesign Update) Material is not my, I am reposting in a bit more readable format - sources are below... Date: Monday, May 20, 8:30 a.m. EDT To: All CDS IDs From: Jim Hackett Subject:... — read more 

https://www.metrotimes.com/news-hits/archives/2019/05/20/state-taxpayers-gave-ford-240m-then-it-cut-800-local-jobs

Anyone know of a home base establishment yet?

Looks like only one policy is posted. The rest are blank. Does anyone know the difference?

https://www.freep.com/story/money/cars/ford/2019/05/20/ford-layoffs-dearborn/3739354002/ All, The first link from freep.com described how workers are packing boxes early and preparing for cuts. The link above from freep.com is about the Hackett... — read more 

https://s3-prod.autonews.com/2019-05/Ford-Employee%20Email_5-20-19.pdf Love, Hack

Detroit News here. Please reach out via phone or email if you're a Ford employee affected by this week's layoffs and are willing to speak with me. I can be reached at 313-670-5403 or ithibodeau@detroitnews.com... — read more 

Will there be a reduction in the many contract workers employed in most Ford departments?

Solidarity from the dark side. First of all, I wish everyone the best here - this really s---s and we feel for you. I worked at Ford for several years and made the switch to GM, and have a lot of close friends there still. I was part of GM's core... — read more 

Kumar followed up Hackett's note from this morning; IT will now NOT be complete with their separations until June . This is just wonderful & peachy as all get out...another month with a sword literally hanging over my head. I'm just so happy I can... — read more 

https://www.autonews.com/automakers-suppliers/ford-plans-complete-7000-salaried-job-cuts-september-saving-600-million

Can someone tell me how our pension is computed if we get laid off?

https://www.freep.com/story/money/cars/ford/2019/05/20/ford-worker-layoffs-salaried/3710114002/ Please note: I'm talking with salaried employees in various depts this week. Please don't hesitate to reach out via text 313-618-1034 or email at... — read more 

Ever hear the saying "After the next World War, the living will envy the dead"? Applies to the surviving employees at FoMoCo. How will this purge make it better (for employees)?

Went out with me mates for lunch on Friday, and blew the froth off a few. We figured it may be the last time the team was together for a meaningful purpose. Consensuses seems to be tomorrow (Tuesday) and Wednesday. Those 55 and up will get hit hard... — read more 

'Nuff said.

I understand this is the now 'normal' capitalistic way - cut off the arm to save the patient. This is what Ford is doing and many others but it can be done in a better, more humane way. I escaped one toxic environment at another company to join Ford... — read more 

I believe tomorrow will be of the least productive days in history of Ford. People trying to sniff the news, no one can focus, and nothing really gets done. I hope everyone can try to relax. It is almost over. We are not changing a thing. Just Try to... — read more 

I’m over 50. I expect that I will have a long vacation this summer. How many others over 50 expect to get the Box?

We waste so much time and effort doing useless/repetitive/time consuming work and studies. We don't develop our people, particularly when it comes to growth opportunities and leadership experiences. Blatant favoritism and patronage. Inconsistent... — read more 

With any luck the slugs will be gone by Friday May 24. I am so tired of the people who've used and abused the privilege to work for Ford. It's time to stand tall and take it like a grown adult. Those of you who agree with me and are proud of what... — read more 

https://www.bcg.com/publications/2016/people-organization-new-approach-organization-design.aspx

First it was the imports, then it was the jap plants relocating in the USA. Now with market share a sliver of what it once was us car .... huh ... manufacturers are done. This is only the beginning.

Through this stupid redesign Ford employees have been dragged through a hell of emotional distress for over 6 months. I have never seen Ford employees in this much stressed in my life. I can't believe that HR and Legal have not done anything to stop... — read more 

Our LL5’s have their Tuesday morning booked from 6-11 as private appointments. LL6’s will be told their fait Tuesday and on Wednesday it will be the GSR’s. Personally, I feel that this will continue over the next several years on a much smaller... — read more 

I work in PD as a GSR. The last week has been nothing but rumors, and management has done diddle to lock it down. I was with Ford in 08 and no one knew the day, it just happened. This has been so long and drawn out that it stinks to high heaven. I... — read more 

Some Layoff Advice Saw this on GM's board, some may find it useful: Prepare for Layoffs Checklist Link: @WsOTLa9 https://www.thelayoff.com/t/WsOTLa9 How to cope with layoff anxiety – medical or psychological or cognitive coping strategies? Link:... — read more 

It all starts next week from Tuesday on through Friday in several buildings

What type of severance is being given? I have less than 10 years.

The 21st is just a date. Everyone knows their PR rating. 99% that got low rating are gone. So prepare accordingly and enjoy your substantial severance. Consider yourselves lucky. The employees I feel bad for are those not in the low PR rating... — read more 

GDIA needed more SRD at LL4 level, but this is Ford, and that's never going to happen