Any idea or rumors on job market in Detroit? Seems like this trade war c-ap has froze most companies and the vast number of penny pincher garbage 21st century ceos aren’t hiring. Greed and Wall Street have destroyed corporate America.

This message is for those who were already laid off this week for WTC. Did they ever mention the WARN filing? https://www.michigan.gov/documents/wda/GM_Warren_Technical_Center_645492_7.pdf If so, did they say whether your last paycheck before... — read more 

Reading some of these posts, I remember some of the fun I had in the auto industry for 15 years in eng.....test trips, visiting suppliers, doing interesting work, etc.....then I remember why I left. The gut wrenching identity politics, blame games... — read more 

After seeing all of this, why would anyone want a higher position and salary? It just makes you a bigger target, especially if you are not connected. Even if you are in a role that is highly visible and have high exposure to leadership, all it takes... — read more 

I worked in a group of about several hundred employees at WTC, where roughly 50% are H1B visa holders from China, India, and the Middle East. I have not seen any H1B holders terminated (there may be some but didn’t see). I don’t have any animosity... — read more 

6b. $78919. Got a meeting invite from my director that said HR meeting. Went to the meeting room (there is a sign on the door) a lady from HR was there and the director left after he told me that my position was no longer need as part of the... — read more 

Not sure what kind of productivity they're expecting over this period, but it's hard to dig deep and concentrate on work when I freak out every time someone walks by my desk, I get an IM, or someone invites me to a meeting

Stay strong. I work in Pontiac but have friends all over. I heard WT is a blood bath right now and managers getting the axe left and right. https://www.google.com/amp/s/amp.detroitnews.com/amp/2790053002

Tried to model tonight and said it was unable to calculate online. Said to contact them by phone to model. Wondering if that means I'm on the hit list or just an issue with the system. Interested if someone from an all clear group can model.

I know what it feels like to be laid off! But honestly, I landed in a much better job than what I had at GM. Do not be disheartened, everything happens for the good. Take a good break and start looking for new jobs.I am surprised our managers at... — read more 

Ppl ....get it thru your head !! This is TERMINATIONS NOT LAY-OFF !! You are FIRED !!! No recall !! We all need to look towards another future not with GM !!

https://finance.yahoo.com/news/gm-cruise-chief-stands-earn-000834937.html

So, we should not apply for unemployment benefits until our end date (2/28, etc). What about the severance pay? Do we file for benefits the week of 2/28 and simply claim the severance as income or not claim until after severance is done?

Heard AEC was going to get hit on Wednesday, but due to the weather and people working from home it'll be tomorrow. How many more cuts can validation take? They already lost a lot of contractors in December.

I heard design layoffs were to be today but with the ice storm many people worked from home. Is it true the lay-offs are tomorrow? Any idea how many design staff will be affected?

Take a look at careers.gm.com. A lot of jobs posted this week and I can confirm that the ADAS postings were positions that people were let go from yesterday. Mostly the positions of older employees. The young let go employees in ADAS (myself... — read more 

WTC layoff employees are under WARN which means they will receive salary and benefits till April 9, 2019 under federal law. On page 2 of the Severance release agreement, GM mentioned a release of claims under WARN act. Does this mean one give up... — read more 

Now Leaving Detroit on The Career Train 2019 Life is that journey along the tracks Dreams get derailed BUT All Aboard It not the end of the line But rather a new destination along the track Be your own conductor to a better destination This is what I... — read more 

As a happily re-employed survivor of GM's 2009 lay-offs, may I share some productive tips. Give yourself a week to de-compress. Then, update your resume. You have marketable skills. Do mock interviews with other professionals. Don't miss a career... — read more 

Curious what happens now. New hirings, contractors, college grads, H1B’s, outsourcing, third party companies? One thing is for sure, we can’t handle the workload whit these numbers.

I was on the phone with GM benefits and wellness at different times. Neither of them could tell me when the wellness program ends for us, that are separated from the company. As of now, I can submit my wellness documentation to get the $1500 for HSA... — read more 

I am not sure what this CIO is thinking when large groups of key personnel supporting various critical applications and high-value projects are cut. But a small group consisting of all level 8 and above with no application ownership, who seem to be... — read more 

A lot of very professional people here, and not whiners. This thread is a place where it is OK and you are invited to share your story if you want to, among your peer group that understands your frustration and anxiety and disappointment. I know I'm... — read more 

There are 3 stakeholders in any business. Shareholders, customers, and employees. The company has to satisfy all 3 in order for it to work. So many companies (many, many) only care about shareholders (or ownership if a private company) and customers... — read more 

If GM execs had their way, they would just employ scarecrows as security, factories with 100% automation, and a few H1B1's who think they were hired because "they're special" grabbing them coffee. Seems they really don't want to pay for engineering... — read more 

Does anyone know the TeamGM bonus percentage that each level gets? I'm a Level 6 and don't remember what the percentages are.

Has anyone gotten the Lee Hecht Harrison outplacement service working? I signed up yesterday morning and still only have the basic features, and under profile it still says they are confirming my eligibility. I have called twice and was on hold the... — read more 

https://www.wxyz.com/money/auto-news/general-motors-cutting-1-300-salaried-jobs-at-warren-tech-center-as-part-of-white-collar-cuts

Kind of confused on the Release Agreement form we must sign and send back. Form is signed/dated 2/28/19 by GM. Employee must sign and date but it states "Employee has not signed this release prior to the separation date". HR rep said it was best to... — read more 

GM Warren Technical Center - Affected: 1,298 resources -Layoff - City: Warren, County: Macomb - URL: https://www.michigan.gov/documents/wda/GM_Warren_Technical_Center_645492_7.pdf FULL OCR TEXT General Motors LLC 300 Renaissance Center Detroit‘ MI... — read more 

My group has not been hit today, things looking quiet? Was it generally quiet at Pontiac today?

Yes electrification, autonomous, ride sharing, and ride hailing have a place. Especially in Asian Cities, NY, SFO, LA, Chicago and a couple of dozen other major metros. The problem is that beyond some specialty high margin niches (e.g. Tesla S Model)... — read more 

In a letter to the State of Michigan dated February 4, 2019, the Detroit News reports that there will be a “separation” of approximately 1,298 at WTC.

At the 3 minute mark of the this video Dhivya is asked about further layoffs later in 2019 or 2020. Pretty much avoids answering and gives no further info... — read more 

Is it possible we are being spared for one day?

I know this has been asked before in multiple threads but I would really like to volunteer for the layoff. It really breaks my heart to hear about the employees that have consistently exceeded expectations or that have kids and mortgages getting laid... — read more 

Any news about what is happening with people at the C-Rec? Curious if the Canadian teams are as affected as the Americans

Most sources say 4,000 but I just watched a video that says 4,300. What's the exact number of planned cuts?

I suspect that the BOD will only look at the numbers and be inclined to grant M Barra an increase in total compensation in 2019 ... the only thing that may hold them back is the "optics" of doing so. I really hope the BOD considers the unbelievably... — read more