https://fordauthority.com/2025/05/new-round-of-ford-layoffs-rumored-this-week-in-engineering/ Ford has too much fat, the company needs to be leaner. Loosing $1 billion per Quarter is unacceptable.
Back from vacation today and was told I was laid off
I returned back from my vacation today and the LL5 scheduled a meeting last night for this morning at 7:30 am. I knew something was not right because its rare that a LL5 would schedule a meeting and it was non-forwardable. Does anybody know if... — read more
Associate Director Title?
I was canned in 2022. At that time I dont think I had ever seen the title 'associate director'. Now I've seen, on LinkedIn, two former colleagues recently promoted into roles with that title. I'd guess it's an LL5~4-ish rank. It looks like Ford has... — read more
“When you bring facts to HR, they act”
Can we really have a thread for historical purposes of times where HR and Speak Up acted, but not the an ethical way? Also, who do they report to or coordinate with? Who gives the green light and certain aspects. For speak up, are the stakeholders... — read more
Does anyone know what's going on in Percepta (CRC)?
I know it might be a little tricky because we're not exactly Ford but there's no page here or anywhere for percepta and we are feeling all the changes but we have to suffer through so much less transparency. When I stumbled across this, suddenly... — read more
How is severance paid?
Is it paid every 2 weeks, 1 week, lump sum?
Was let go this morning
I was laid off this morning. I thought it was over last week so it was a total shock. Hopefully everyone lands on their feet but this really hurts.
Anyone else worried?
About car payments, mortgages, cottage rentals, movie passes, netflix subscriptions, etc.? how will we eat and live?
Applying for Jobs while working
Anyone else applying for jobs while working? I am literally working in fear and pain whilst applying for external jobs. I am worried that the bottom will fall out and we will be left with nothing to spare. Jobs are difficult to find these days in... — read more
How many more will be cut?
There is no end. Every week more jobs are being axed and employees sent home. Our LL5 was disappointed and this morning let us know that it will continue into the "foreseeable future".
Layoffs continue this week
Major layoffs continuing this week due to the failure of FNV4. Good luck everyone.
Career Decay in a nutshell; stuck here because of 401k vest
I am mentally checked out and don’t really want to be here; there is no future here, they cannot invest in their own people and this is a slow death to bankruptcy or career stagnation Most people here just punch the clock. Zero ambition. Zero... — read more
Apparently all employees did not realize how much AI is watching your keystrokes, etc.
Tech takes screenshots of what is going on with your computer. The AI alarm systems alert them for live watching if needed. Ford may be slow or behind the times with some things like their vehicles but not with how they watch you. A lot of live... — read more
How to request documents from HR e.g. paystubs
Was one of the impacted guys last week. I just need some documents like paystubs from last few months. How do I contact ford back?
Incoming Layoffs
My LL4 confirmed restructuring and layoffs are being planned, no real insight as to who, how many, and when. If I had to guess it’s going to be product design ET PD IS product support that fail Farley changed his tune about the... — read more
Headline but no story
A grand entrance means nothing if the room still feels empty. Respect isn’t shown by how you arrive, but how you behave once you’re there. An automotive company is not just studied for their car, but its driver. You’re studied for intent. Whatever... — read more
Were Layoffs Influenced by Mouse/Keyboard Interaction?
Is keyboard/mouse interaction a component in measuring employee productivity? Is this a factor in layoffs?
I thought layoffs were done?
Why are people mentioning more layoffs in May? Aren't we done for now?
If you are laid off at 55 and have $3M in Investment accounts (401K, Roth IRA and Brokerage) can you afford to retire at 55?
Getting a job at 55 is difficult. I am not sure if $3M would be sufficient for 2 people (husband and wife) if you retire at 55. Everything is so expensive these days. Is/Was anyone in a similar situation and what did you decide? I am talking to a... — read more
Look for big layoff day to be 5-29 and 5-30; right after Memorial Day weekend but before June .
In one of the last Town Hall Meetings it was said that all of the smart redesign, restructuring , changes, etc would be completed by June 1, 2025.
If you are in customer service yes you are work from home but you are chained to the chair.
There are too many stats, AI watching and too many alarms to even get up when you are not supposed to. And if you are in a certain call mode too long they I’m you to make sure you are ther and to see if there is an issue. So I do not know what kind... — read more
Working From Home = 30% Pay Reduction
I like this strategy. Let's start this strategy and see if anyone still wants to work from home. If you still want to work from home after 8 weeks of performance evaluation, then you are laid off if your performance degraded.
Clown circus thread investment
I was gonna quote this one for the guy that said 99% :( “We might see ads declaring that ‘4 out of 5 doctors recommend Brand X,’ but we are rarely told how many doctors were surveyed, how they were chosen, what they were asked, or who sponsored... — read more
Ford begins tracking badge swipes
Ford just rolled out mandatory badge swipe tracking to enforce the 3-day in-office rule. This isn’t about productivity, it’s about trimming the fat. Word is, this data will be used to identify and target remote holdouts in the next round of layoffs... — read more
Is it a lie that LL6 was unaware who was being laid off on their team?
This is the word out there but find it hard to believe if the cuts were due to “lack of skills”. Please comment only if you know an LL6 that trusts you or if you know an HR person.
Who's is Ford vehicles are so outdated?
I recently stopped by some dealerships to check out some midsize SUVs. As I looked at Kia, Hyundai, Toyota, Honda, GM, Ford, the vehicles from Ford is so outdated and expensive. Kia and Hyundai are top on my list with quality, performance, pricing... — read more
Layoff Criteria
The layoff packet mentioned performance and/or skills being the reason for being laid off. Only 350 were laid off... do you think it was performance based? I got a incon/met rating one year, and good/ok ratings for all of the previous.
Get ready. Round 2 is coming in June. Today PS were let go. Next up objectives, redesign, then cuts. In that order.
Today majority of purchase services were let go. Next they will do their redesign according to their objectives. After that we will downsize by a lot. We have a lot of extra people who were once needed and are no longer needed.
Who has experoence with legal counsel at Ford?
There are regulations related to the code of conduct Ford+. If it is violated, one must report about it. Does anyone have any experience on this matter? Is it possible that even legal representatives, who are supposed to protect the company interests... — read more
Preventing re-employment
What is the reasoning of them banning you from working for Ford for life? I don't understand that part at all
Any help appreciated
For those who were laid off please offer tips on how to deal with a reduction in salary of 50%. Any Food Banks that you recommend?
Legal help for waiver signing?
Has anybody here contacted a lawyer to evaluate package and waiver?
How is everybody feeling now that the cuts are over?
I'm angry and more determined than ever to find something else asap.
R&A staffing
Does anyone know why R&A hasnt been impacted. We literally have 35 plus people working one project for 3 plus years with 3 incompetent LL5s leading this one project called Marshalling. They obviously have no clue or caliber other than painting false... — read more
PF : purchasing services are being stopped next week
so does that mean all contractors are being let go ?
Failed Executives
The executives are literally some of the worst I’ve seen run a company. These are the same idots that thought we can be like Tesla by splitting our EV business from our very profitable F150 gas line up, and then make everyone think Model E is worth... — read more
Did you enjoy your layoffs on Tuesday?
Guess what? 120,141 NEW H-1Bs added for FY2026 Here’s more info about it: https://x.com/USTechWorkers/status/1922774728600653942
Wish your all well
I turned 65 earlier this year and planned to retire sometime this summer. Suddenly came true w/package as plus. I prefer Ford offering voluntarily package rather forced me out. Wish you (still at Ford) build Ford stronger and Impacted find job soon... — read more
From now on I'm quiet quitting
We lost two of our best people. It just proves that no matter how hard you work, you're not safe. In other words, there's no point in breaking your back for Ford when the outcome is the same as it is for people who barely lift a finger. So I'm... — read more
Who are the investors of ford?
The big ones? Is it publicly available? Or no. I’m new to this