Layoffs are always present, at least as a threat that doesn’t go away, but is there any more precise info on what will they be targeting next, which locations, what businesses? This uncertainty is k--ling me, so I would appreciate if someone has more info
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The edict is 50% closure of all plants
So it will affect a whole lot of people including HR who is reading :-)
Simple math. 1 out of 2 plants will be gone, and so goes the people if they are not offered a move
There have been lots of big leadership changes in HBT over the past 2 years. And it's still broken.
I would expect to see more consolidation within HBT. Eliminating or absorbing businesses.
Forcing people choose between relocating without compensation or exiting.
Eliminating positions and forcing people to apply for some other role.
No head count increases in NA. Closing down small offices.
Work being pushed to contract design and manufacturing houses in China.
If you're over 50, NA male and have a pension, you're way too expensive.
They need to look for ways to fund the ongoing redbull and pizza party in Atlanta.
Who really gives a c-ap? Are you waiting to find out? Find another job before they boot you out.
Hint. Look in the mirror. Do you see any grey hair? If so, the uncertainty is over. You're next. Five cents, please.