Topics regarding layoffs at Ford

Topics regarding layoffs at Ford

RTO for real this week = Successful

Collaboration centers were near as busy as 2019. Parking lots fullest in years. Smiles, ideas, and productivity was all I seen this week. I was more productive and if you were not, you are not being truthful. I bet the RTO analytics (badge... — read more 

Should I apply to internal posting before my PR?

Basically long story short, I’m not sure if my current manager is going to throw me under the bus and give me below target . I have another hiring manager who wants me to apply directly to another role and they have already taken an unofficial... — read more 

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| 940 views | | 6 replies (last February 2, 2024)
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2 weeks

Is it still policy you get walked out when you put in your two weeks? If I want to start a new job March 1, and I put in my two weeks February 15, will they walk me out that day and pay me two weeks to not work?

Humbling moments?

Recently we had a meeting where our LLx talked about their "humbling moments", A.K.A, some of their sc--w ups last year. Which I found really weird, since our "leadership" is "infalible", not needing any SME to solve any technical problem. (IDK about... — read more 

RTO for Kumar's Organization

Our LL6 just informed our team that everyone under Kumar is being mandated to return to office 3 days a week, with a soft roll out starting next week, and full implementation by March 1st.

Ford EV Inventory is the Highest (Scotty Says)

Consequence to Fords "Build them and they will come" approach. Ford inventories are 40% higher than any competitor. Sounds like "count the revenue when its made, not sold" to bolster sales numbers. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y445BMN-nm8 — read more 

Bonus

Had my check in conversation with my LL today. They informed me that my rating was on target. It was then shared that being on target only translates to 90% of bonus target (assuming we get one and it’s 100%). Is this still true? Seems wild that we... — read more 

Train Station is RenCen v 2.0

Another hotel in Fords future. Who would stay here if they know the neighborhood. Call it “Ford Flop House” Work at Michigan Central Station continues as Ford aims to use the historic site as a future mobility hub, but this is far more than just... — read more 

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| 930 views | | 8 replies (last February 3, 2024)
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Chicago

Do you think the chicago sho center will reopen, or do you think CAP will be shut down?

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| 653 views | | 1 reply (January 31, 2024)
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With Ford losing $30K plus on every EV F-150 they sell it's time to throw in the towel and get back to designing and building Muscle Cars.

That's what most Americans want. Muscle cars or ICE or Diesel driven Trucks. With all the money Ford is losing producing all the EV's they could have better used the money to refresh a lot of existing car designs. Leave the EV market to Tesla... — read more 

AICP , GM bonus 130%

Any guesses what AICP will be this year? According to Reddit sounds like GM got 130%.

Ford wants dealers to rent out Mustang Mach-Es

https://www.autoblog.com/2024/01/29/ford-wants-dealers-to-rent-out-mustang-mach-es/ Let’s pretend to be an executive and put a positive spin on this:Potential customers will now get to experience the greatness that is the MachE, our sales will ramp... — read more 

How do I get W2 after layoff

I was laid off last June. I have not received my W2 in the mail yet. Is there some other way I can get this information. Thanks!

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| 881 views | | 3 replies (last January 30, 2024)
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How’s that Marshall battery plant going

WASHINGTON (Reuters) -The chairs of two U.S. House committees asked the Biden administration to investigate four Chinese companies they say are involved in Ford Motor's planned Michigan battery plant, according to a letter seen Monday by... — read more 

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| 980 views | | 6 replies (last February 2, 2024)
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Ford undoing stupid decision

Ford is finally undoing their stupid decision to remove AM radio functionality from their EVs. It took the threat of government legislation to force Farley to undo another boneheaded move of his clueless model e... — read more 

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| 990 views | | 6 replies (last January 30, 2024)
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One good thing about RTO

I now get to take company m-plate test cars home everyday again. Free gas and no wear and tear on my vehicle, what's not to like! And I can leave office early with company car for "company business"....oops I mean to run my side hustle. Don't... — read more 

Chinese EVs are coming in 2026

Brace yourself. Chinese EVs are coming to the US in 2026. This is why Tesla is building the new $25K EV in 2025. Elon Musk said Chinese automakers will have significant success outside of China. "If there are not trade barriers established, they... — read more 

Why is Ford spending so much money on auto racing?

I just finished watching the 24 hours of Daytona. With all of the bad news coming out of Ford with layoffs, huge warranty costs, EVs that no one wants to buy and a failing ADAS unit, why on Earth are they spending money on sports car racing?! Seems... — read more 

You guys moved to Michigan for this company?

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

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| 1160 views | | 5 replies (last January 30, 2024)
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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.

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| 1260 views | | 7 replies (last February 3, 2024)
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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 

Mike Amend

Do we think his contract is getting renewed?

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| 1840 views | | 9 replies (last February 3, 2024)
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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 

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| 850 views | | 3 replies (last January 28, 2024)
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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 

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| 1120 views | | 7 replies (last January 26, 2024)
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