If you want to work somewhere where you won't have to worry about layoffs all the time from now on, you'll have to change companies. It's as simple as that.

Except the talented dedicated employees to the competition.

I see so many great posts on this thread and yet no one comments or adds reactions either positive or negative. Speak up here, maybe management will see it.

John Deere recently laid off a significant number of salaried employees as part of the company's ongoing workforce reductions. The official numbers of layoffs is still unknown, but it's part of a broader trend of workforce reductions at John Deere... — read more 

A final number of employees they're aiming for? Something we can look at to know that after it's achieved, those of us still standing are good. A little more transparency from those at the top would go a long way in making this process less stressful... — read more 

https://www.desmoinesregister.com/story/money/agriculture/2024/07/24/john-deere-layoff-salaried-workers-over-agriculture-economy-downturn/74528779007/

Good job JD management for ruining a great company and sc--wing over US employees in favor of foreign ones. I hope American farmers decide to buy other brands.

Can someone please come get your HR guy? He’s ruining our company as well. Signed, Everyone at Phillips 66

“Still, Laursen contends that the company is not lacking in funds, highlighting its substantial returns to shareholders and executive compensation. “The thing to remember is John Deere is not hurting for cash,” Laursen stated. “They've been in the... — read more 

John Deere is expected to announce more layoffs next week. Company employees reportedly received an email this week regarding the upcoming changes. This comes after the company announced thousands of layoffs company-wide in the last three... — read more 

I'll even volunteer if I can. I had some good times here and I used to love my job but this place has changed so much that I've decided it's time for a change on my end as well. I'll be leaving soon enough one way or another. I just hope I get the... — read more 

I'm sure y'all know this already Colleagues, When we wrote to you at the end of May, we shared that our company needed to make enterprise-wide changes in how and where work gets done to best position John Deere for the future. We... — read more 

John Deere on Thursday confirmed additional layoffs of 345 production workers from its operations in Waterloo, effective Sept. 20. That brings to 894 the total since the beginning of the year at the plant. One of Deere's largest, it currently has... — read more 

Lol

“Laursen cautioned that shifting American jobs to Mexico may not bode well for the company’s reputation. He explained that John Deere is known for making quality equipment, and that “the reason why farmers and others buy this expensive equipment —... — read more 

Laying off 345 in September, this won't be the only factory. More will likely come to Davenport, Dubuque and East Moline, Moline factories. Anyone else agree? It orders are basically zero everyday. We get 1-20 depending on the day, 20 on the high end... — read more 

The UK arm of John Deere tractors has almost tripled its profit as demand soared for its iconic green farm machinery, according to newly-filed documents. The division, which is headquartered in Edinburgh, said the year ended October 29, 2023, had... — read more 

In addition to these announced layoffs, WQAD8’s Alec Doxsee reported that “the announcement comes a day after Deere confirmed an unspecified number of salaried employees will be laid off, likely by the end of July.” “‘Salaried layoffs in the U.S... — read more 

Recently, American tractor mainstay Deere put up some downright upsetting news: massive layoffs were coming as the American tractor mainstay decided that it was likely better off to be produced in Mexico. That prompted a slew of shareholders to... — read more 

Yeah, sure. Numbers say otherwise. Why not be honest and just say “we want even more money, so we are getting a cheap work force abroad”. Why lie? Be honest.

What has happened to this great American Company! I'm aware of more to come after this 610

ofc you would do layoffs in the US. Why invest in domestic production, innovation and workers? Why share profits with workers when you can put it all in your pocket? It’s more important for those who already have more than they can spend in their... — read more 

I swear, I'm so tired of worrying about layoffs all the time that I'm at the point where I feel like being laid off is a better option. I know the job market is not the best but it's also not the worst it's ever been. People are finding new jobs. I... — read more 

Jobs going to Mexico 🇲🇽!

Here is an example of another company experiencing layoffs due to an unwillingness to change with the times. https://www.usatoday.com/story/money/food/2024/06/26/hooters-restaurants-closing-map-locations/74220406007/

"Our Quad Cities News has learned that 279 employees at the Harvester Works Plant in East Moline will get layoff notices Friday. Union Local 865 informed its members employees will be told their last day is Aug. 30. Employees received letters... — read more 

I hear many rumors of layoffs incoming with numbers from 100-435, salary meeting this Friday. Which I assume is too discuss workload and the down size they need to do for production. Orders are very low so we know one is in store for union workers... — read more 

John May is doing more than restructuring. He is firing anyone he deems trouble to his future plans. Salary folks are getting terminated. Not just anyone, but senior employees. They are coming to work and being escorted out by security. Giving them... — read more 

Latest announcements are for 58 salaried ISG employees in Iowa, and for more than 120 production workers in Moline. Any other updates?

https://bwpeople.in/article/layoffs-at-john-deere-to-impact-650-workers-52213

People who still have a position at John Deere are receiving emails stating, "If you are receiving this email, you have a position in the new ISG organization."

Why lay off some of the best employees? Aren't layoffs supposed to be a way to cut the low performers? Instead, some of the people who were affected were among the highest performers and made absolutely no sense. Can somebody please explain to me... — read more 

Let's open a thread for this, not sure if people what to chat

https://www.kwwl.com/news/waterloo/sources-john-deere-to-lay-off-global-production-and-salaried-employees/article_47465ef0-1f77-11ef-9c3d-47b75137ccd8.html

How many salaried employees are there at John Deere globally? If 15% of the salaried employees is the target, how many people would that be?

First round of salary layoffs effective beginning June 6

Rumors are circling around again of a layoff of up to 400 people at Dubuque Works. Anyone know anything?