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Do you still enjoy your job at GM?
It's been years since I was able to say that and mean it.
More temp layoffs
"Thousands of people in mid-Michigan are temporarily out of work tonight because General Motors shut down the Delta Township plant. It’s offline for at least two weeks because of the semiconductor... — read more
How nice to be unavailable
I don't know what your situation is like but in my case I had to be almost always available. It drove me crazy, but I couldn’t afford to lose my job so I made myself always available. That has finally changed. I gave notice and I'm going where... — read more
Tales from the General
Stories for anybody who might be thinking, "General Motors couldn't be that bad." I've seen so many bad things in so many places in such a short amount of time. I am not the only one. The truth shall set us free!
How much extra work do you do?
It has never been a problem for me to do a bit of extra work, but in my case it's become an extra job, which maybe some new people should do. It is not normal to overload employees to this extent. We definitely need more people.
While you were trying to pull the political strings I was looking at how to make myself better...
While I was fighting for everybody, you were fighting for the preservation of an inherently corrupt system. A system where people's lives mean less than unchecked hubris, selfish ignorance, and a general moral... — read more
Forget about promotion and leave?
How hard did you work to get the promotion here? I worked very hard, I tried to be as engaged as possible, I love my job and I hoped to get promoted. That hasn't happened yet. I’ve heard from some people that it’s best to forget about promotion and... — read more
Retirement in your future?
With lump sum pensions anticipated to drop 10+ percent in the next months, are many considering retirement now? Will such present a “brain drain” or a welcoming situation?
General Motors contractor Leadec to lay off 146 in Wentzville
General Motors cleaning contractor Leadec Corp. said it will lay off 146 workers at the automaker's Wentzville plant. The cuts are effective on or about Aug. 1, the company said in a Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) Act notice... — read more
The biggest complaints?
Although I haven't been here for a long time, I'm grateful to have been hired without much previous experience and I'm very proud to have had the opportunity to improve my skillset here. Maybe the reason for that is that I haven't changed a lot of... — read more
Diddy says...
"Exposing GM’s historic refusal to fairly invest in Black-owned media is not an as----------n of character, it’s exposing the way GM and many other advertisers have always treated... — read more
General Motors India Layoffs 1419 Employees
Imagine how bad the situation is if GM is laying off people in India, the land of huge savings. Better buckle up, we're definitely next. General Motors India Layoffs 1419 Employees, Production Stopped At Talegaon... — read more
GM vehicle quality & reliability VS the competition
As a current owner of a 2018 Chevy Impala LT with the 3.6L V6, it’s been the most trouble free and reliable car I’ve ever owned. I just want to thank the men and woman who built these cars as they are very under appreciated and valued in the market... — read more
Pretending that everything is fine
I find our management funny when they try to convince us that the situation in the company is much better than it actually is. Almost all of us see how things stand, but they try in various ways to convince us that they have everything under control... — read more
GM is trying to change its corporate culture.
GM is trying to change its corporate culture. Please HR/leaders note that the old tyrannical culture will be there despite of all efforts as long as you allow the continuously low performing managers to stay in their positions. Why is GM still not a... — read more
Kansas City Updates
https://www.foxbusiness.com/lifestyle/months-long-layoffs-plague-kansas-ford-gm-plants
Could you have done a lot more in another company?
Counting days to my retirement. I couldn't stand it here for a few more years. There were both good and bad things, but overall, if I could choose again, I would never spend most of my career here. I think I could have done a lot more had I been in... — read more
Those who have built an entire career here
I don't understand people who have built a long career here and are about to retire and have no or very little experience from another company??? It must be that this company was very different in the past or some people are simply loyal in spite... — read more
Layoffs in Rochester
https://13wham.com/news/local/hundreds-of-layoffs-coming-to-rochester-gm-facility
How did GM 2020 work out
I heard they helped clean house...if you're not with them you'll be left behind. What does that mean if the leaders are corrupt?
What makes the competition better?
I was very proud when I first came to GM, but the idealized image of this company quickly disappeared. No matter what, I always try to find hundred reasons why GM is better than the competition, but unfortunately, in many things the competition... — read more
Our products
Just by looking at our products it is clear how disoriented this company really is. Most of us don’t want to admit it, but our products have been a failure lately. The worst thing is that their quality is questionable. Just my two cents. When did... — read more
Mary Barra labeled a racist in full page ad.
What are some examples of racism at GM at the hands of Mary Barra or through racist policies?
How much did you upgrade you skills while at GM?
I haven’t been at GM for a long time but almost everyone tells me to learn what I can and start looking for another company. I’ve tried, but I can’t say I’ve expanded my skillset much. I’m no longer learning in my current role. I’m still excited... — read more
GM Non-retaliation policy
Does not include spreading rumors, creating a toxic atmosphere, excluding individuals.
March furloughs
It's been exactly a year since the big pandemic furlough of 2020. I'm curious whether all of those affected returned to work since then or did the company use the opportunity to cut some of them without anybody noticing? I'm betting at least some got... — read more
Do they even care about keeping the best people?
GM is ONLY good at growing talented individuals, into talented individuals that eventually end up working elsewhere. This is so true. GM knows how to grow talented individuals, but it doesn’t know how to keep them. Employees with high potential... — read more
Anxiety levels?
I haven’t found another option but I still don't want to worry about what will happen when a new round of layoffs starts. Many of my colleagues were able to find another job, so I guess I will too. I worried too much but realized it didn’t make... — read more
Could it be without so many layoffs?
I wonder what you think, was there any way to avoid layoffs at GM or at least keep their numbers lower? (and at the same time keep those at the top satisfied)
GPS Pontiac lab manager moves to major supplier
Did this guy seriously leave GM to work for the supplier that had an unusually tight and costly grip on the lab. I remember hearing about the gentleman's deals and seeing the bullying that ensued if anybody threatened the contract. New GM same as... — read more
WAGM Not An Appropriate Topic On The Layoff
Or is it? :D Thoughts?
Global chip shortage impact
I feel really worried when I see the news of GM facilities closing due to global chip shortage. The situation is obviously worsening and I wonder if the damage will eventually be greater than... — read more
Amazon workers are taking a union vote. Is it time for GM salaried workers to end the abuse by management and do the same?
https://www.reuters.com/article/us-usa-amazon-labor-idUSKBN2AX19K
Layoffs at Flint plant
General Motors has laid off roughly 170 employees from the GM Flint Engine Operations facility in Flint, Michigan, per a new report. According to local CBS news affiliate WNEM, the layoffs at the General Motors facility were the result of a supply... — read more