lol what a joke. You uprooted your life for this employer who doesn’t care about you? And lied about RTO? Why would you so much go join a sinking ship? Jokes on you
Seriously, Is there ever going to be RTO?
People here have talked about it like it is imminent for the last 2 years. Was recommended I relocate to SE Michigan when people started coming back into the office, just to meet once a week. But having recently moved to a new team, I don't even... — read more
Treatment needs to improve
My new boss has no clue promoted to her maximum potential of incompetence. Layoffs once or twice a year. Told 30-40 % below target. Treated like sh-t. Getting old very quickly. People leave our group all the time.
Lincoln EV program DOA
The beginning of the end for Ford’s failed EV program. Just wait until year end financials are reported. Ford will need “Biden bucks” to survive. t wasn’t too terribly long ago – 2022, in fact – that Lincoln was slated to gain four new... — read more
I’ll volunteer to get laid off
If I was guaranteed a 4 month severance. This place is where careers go to die. Place full of mediocre folks
Timely advice: https://www.cnbc.com/2022/11/11/what-to-do-after-unexpected-layoff.html
Excellent advice on how to cope with upcoming layoffs: https://www.cnbc.com/2022/11/11/what-to-do-after-unexpected-layoff.html
Mike Amend
Do we think his contract is getting renewed?
Is there a cut coming soon?
Not sure how everyone is so chill and non chalant about it here
Im in ADAS; is that also getting 30% to 50% of target?
Just wondering what to expect
What will Farley PR look like?
200% Bonus?
Retirees HRA Fund available in ViaBenefits
To those retirees out there, do you know how or when Ford will transfer the HRA funds to ViaBenefits so that we can use it to pay for our monthly healthcare premium? I have asked NESC many time and no one can answer this question. Please let me... — read more
Will I get blocked if I try to move teams?
Might get “below target” for year end. Don’t trust my manager , they have never been supportive or honest with me
How low will the AICP target be?
How low will the AICP target be? I'll start the bidding at 48%.
Should we expect to get ratings in next 1 on 1s?
Not sure why they are waiting to tell us our fate instead of just releasing it via email
RTO
https://www.linkedin.com/news/story/are-rto-mandates-struggling-6571002/
I’ve honestly never worked at a place this toxic
Been here for 2 years and I constantly just see everyone fearing for their jobs here. What a horrible mental state of mind to be in tbh. Think there has been at least 2 if not 3 layoffs since I’ve joined here. My mental health is in the toilet and... — read more
Jim Hackett and Jim Harbaugh....and the Lions
I can't recall how many times captain potato chip bag mentioned how he was the savior of Michigan Football by hiring Harbaugh... Look who is jumping ship because he is afraid the NCAA. Hopefully some of Hackett's own jump ship here at... — read more
Another $Billion Write Down
How many employees will need to be let go to cover this cost? Remeasure our leadership is the answer. Ford Motor (F.NaE) said on Wednesday it expects to record a pre-tax remeasurement loss of about $1.7 billion, related to its employees pension and... — read more
Layoffs soon?
I don’t know how people have survived for 7 years
It’s a simple math
Between cost reduction ki-ling the quality, bloated inventory, high inflation and nobody in a spending mood, lost market share, and disoriented top mgt, it is safe to assume that 2024 will be really bad. Whatever we expect, I would think worse... — read more
Bad News Section Meeting
Announced all of PD subject to 30% of headcount receiving not achieving ratings deserved or not. Can't wait for 1:1
If I quit before March 15th, will I still get an AICP bonus for 2023 CY?
Long story short, I'm actively applying to new jobs and on my way out the door. Does anyone have experience with this if you voluntarily quit? Assuming we get something this year, should I wait until the deposit hits my bank account before... — read more
Im having anxiety and trouble sleeping
Performance evaluation seems to have come out; was told I was "inconsistent" and the feedback is mixed. Does this mean im about to get fired? Should I start interviewing outside immediately? My mental health isnt great and im not sure what to... — read more
The Ghost of Bad Quality
Another cost save that bites us in the pocketbook. Ford Motor (F.NaE) said Wednesday it was recalling 2.24 million older Explorer sport utility vehicles worldwide because trim retention clips may not be properly engaged. The recall includes 1.89... — read more
Nobody is buying, inventory way above average?
https://fordauthority.com/2024/01/new-ford-inventory-at-higher-than-average-levels/amp/ Trouble..... It be abrewin'!!
Company Towns
I just read this article: American Companies Plan on Becoming Employees' Landlords by Building Company Towns (Source at bottom) So if they lay you off do you become homeless??? https://decodetoday.com/american-companies-building-company-towns/ — read more
Year end performance coming out soon
Here is to praying and hoping to not get axed
Working here is depressing
checked out colleagues people not responding to slack or WebEx no real culture no actual career growth people just warming seats and biding their time. I made a mistake joining and regret it everyday. Place is absolutely sh1t and I know... — read more
Effective Immediately Return to Office
We just received information that effective immediately we are to return to office. This is product development/program management. Anyone get this information too?
Jim farlay’s bet on EV is imploding.
https://finance.yahoo.com/news/ford-ceo-jim-farleys-16-160219279.html?guccounter=1 Let’s see how long Jim boy can hang on.
If you get laid off, can we keep our SSIP?
If so I will volunteer for that
Ford latest infotainment for 2025 models
https://www.detroitnews.com/story/business/autos/ford/2024/01/22/ford-digital-infotainment-experience-panoramic-screen-gaming/72123875007/ This technology is already in other competitors vehicles since 2022. Ford is going to install them in 2025. ... — read more
Should i even work hard? When is the next round of layoffs?
Wondering if i should go give more interviews or do my work here
Hope he's a better driver than CEO!
https://www.detroitnews.com/story/business/autos/2024/01/18/watch-ford-ceo-jim-farley-pilot-a-2000-horsepower-supervan-on-track/72260114007/
"We are a Tech company now and Model E is the foundation of that"
What a joke lmao
CAD MANAGER PLEASE CHANGE YOUR SHIRT...YOU STINK
To the CAD manager who believes he does not smell...please change your shirt, you stink. It's bad enough we have to return to work, but we do not need to smell you every time you pass by.
The worst company to work for
I keep discouraging people from applying. I don't want to be responsible for them joining this mess and ruining both their career and lives.
Layoff's Before or After Salaried Compensation Update?
During the last townhall, someone asked about the salaried compensation package and whether any changes were coming in response to the new UAW contract. What we got for an answer was lip service. That said, we were told an update would be coming in a... — read more
Ford Layoffs
https://www.wsws.org/en/articles/2024/01/20/layo-j20.html Any facilities that's related to Ford EV will be cutting. Model E will be down to 1/2 by June of this year. The battery plants in KY and TN are idling. All projects are in limbo. SKI in... — read more