Topics regarding layoffs at Ford

Topics regarding layoffs at Ford

Mental Health Issues

From so many postings it is very clear that employees are suffering a lot at Ford by being unhappy. It may not be worth waiting indefinitely for severance pay as there is too much to lose if you stay. Your health is much more important than a Ford... — read more 

Management changes not good

Recently got a new manager. I am told that I now have 2 supervisors and 2 managers that can give me work. I can say that's been interesting in not a good way so far. The new manager does not seem to trust anyone. And this manager has made... — read more 

Pension / benefits sc--wed for under 55

If you are under 55, you don't even qualify for a Z plan as you are not eligible for pension benefits. Sigh. That's what's called a double whammy. Thank you very little!!

Poor Performers

Those of you who will receive low or poor performance review this month during your 1:1, better pack your stuff and hit the door.

Did Farley’s “coach speak” inspire everyone?

It reminds me of Hackett: Every now and then, in the face of adversity, an automotive CEO needs to sound like a football coach and send an obvious but memorable motivational message to his or her team. Some might call it coachspeak. Ford CEO Jim... — read more 

Ford to follow Meta's lead?

Sounds like a good way to get rid of deadwood, and hire better talent: https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/companies/meta-to-cut-5-of-staff-with-eye-on-lowest-performers-memo-says/ar-BB1rru0Y

Why has Ford been allowed to reach this point?

We’ve been stuck in a cycle of one bad decision after another, suffering the consequences for far too long. It’s mind-boggling that no one has taken action to address this. We need a change in leadership, someone with fresh ideas—anything to break... — read more 

Ford Layoffs will continue until this problem is fixed

Toyota and Honda vehicles are selling for ~ 2K to 7K over MSRP. People are willing to wait for months after booking due to the high demand for these vehicles. Ford vehicles are readily available at dealerships but no one wants them. Ford doesn't know... — read more 

HTHD

Appears to be very inconsistent. Is this defined anywhere

Buddy Bench as an HR tool.

If a manager intends to retaliate against a GSR, they would sit on the buddy bench and a GSR would (hopefully) ask them how they are feeling. This would build a bridge of compassion between the manager and GSR, and potentially avoid hostile... — read more 

How to welcome and socialize new team members

THREE PILLARS WELL-BEING “When we teach our H1B’s to cherish our values and care for each other, they are better prepared to carry on a legacy of cfd, and tedious calculations, always doing exactly what they’re told by the manager, even if it... — read more 

Ford Fairlane Plaza Buildings Sold?

I just read that the Ford Fairlane Plaza buildings were just sold. How does that align with RTO? I suppose they could be buying some other buildings, but I would think Ford would want to hold on to the real estate they have for this so-called 5 day... — read more 

Are we allowed to work multiple jobs?

I am coasting here for 2 years and work for 10 hours a week I don't think I will be PIP'ed anytime soon but don't want to get fired for working another job. Anyone else overemployed?

Layoffs are coming Janurary

Tech will be impacted and top execs are already let go Ford will be exclusively hiring talent from India and Mexico since talent there is much cheaper

Packages?

Ford should just offer packages and your employees will leave.

job listing sent to me

"Long term 12+ month W2 Contract 3 days a week on site in Dearborn or Portland OR or Palo Alto Must be able to work on W2 without sponsorship" what part of Ford is in Portland?

Leave and do not look back

There is no point staying stagnant for an "easy job" here. The pay is medicore, culture here is non existent, and work in general is pretty bleh. Everyone I speak to is looking to leave. Its better to challenge yourself and leave on your own rather... — read more 

Major shift in employee treatment

Ford's always been big on competition, but I never imagined it’d be fighting for the title of worst employer. The atmosphere here has gotten ridiculously toxic over the last few years. Sure, it wasn’t exactly a dream job before, but this? It’s like... — read more 

1-7-2025

Big layoff begins, customer service included,

A company gone off track

Watching Ford is like watching a ship sink while no one’s steering. The company’s once strong position has slipped into a joke, but the higher-ups couldn’t care less. As long as their paychecks keep growing, they think everything’s working fine... — read more 

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