I hate to say it, but it’s always been this way, that’s what capitalism is. It’s never been about the workers or their families and it’s all designed around the owners of the company. Businesses are always looking at how to maximize profits, the best... — read more
Once great company....
In 3 short years, Fritz and Co. (Rob Knight = stooge) have taken a once great company and turned it in to the Dollar General of Railroads. If Fritz's only actions are to listen to the Wall Street Analysts and do what they say, then why do we pay him?... — read more
More layoffs today?
(HDC)supposedly, CMS and operations layoffs will be tomorrow. Signal operations, Deisgn, and support staff were today among various others at headquarter building. Not that I don't believe we'll be having more layoffs in the future, but is there any... — read more
Crime
Pride aside, it should almost be a criminal offense to destroy a great company like this.
"General and administrative support employees"
Who exactly is UP referring to when they say "general and administrative support employees"? To me this is vague, but I get the feeling that it is referring to the whole workforce. If they are referring to the whole workforce that would be cuts of... — read more
Treated as an asset and not a person
First off let me say that for anyone who has lost their job today that my heart goes out to all of you and I wish you all the best. Union Pacific is not the company that I started working for 15 years ago, back then I was proud of my job, proud that... — read more
Layoffs tomorrow
Some departments are choosing to lay-off their employees tomorrow. Another sleepless night for these workers. Prayers to all.
Time to strike
Time for the union people and the leaders to strike. It is the only way to force out a terrible CEO. The common worker has no rights in a company, but unions do. They are only biding their time till they can work it out to do mass union layoffs.
Severance Package
Anyone willing/able to detail how the severance was structured? I'm curious...
The Importance of a Strong Foundation....and What Happens when the Foundation Disappears Altogether....
I was laid off today. I learned about this site only a few days ago and started to review it regularly as I began to sense that my days at the company were numbered. I never for a second thought about commenting though...what would be the point...but... — read more
How many employees UPRR has?
How many employees UPRR has as of 10/2018? Just trying to put the layoff in the perspective (500 folks) from the total headcount perspective. Disclaimer: I am not an employee. Good luck all.
The Wall Street Journal Coverage of UPRR's Layoffs (October 2018)
500+200... https://www.wsj.com/articles/union-pacific-to-lay-off-nearly-500-workers-1540319983 Union Pacific to Lay Off Nearly 500 Workers PAUL ZIOBRO OCTOBER 23, 2018 A Union Pacific employee climbs on board a locomotive in a rail yard in Council... — read more
475
link below... Omaha-based Union Pacific said Tuesday it would eliminate 475 positions by the end of the year. According to a memo shared with employees, Union Pacific also will eliminate 200 contractor positions. The railroad provided the email to... — read more
ARASA Supervisors to Managers
A lot of Engineering ARASA supervisors are getting a free promotion to a Manager 2 out of the reorganization. So they laid off engineering managers while they simultaneously offered manager positions to ARASA's no question asked.
I feel for you
To those of you that have been caught up in this round of 'Workforce Reductions', I feel your pain. I really do. I was one of the unfortunate individuals that was cut in one of the last rounds. For me, it ultimately ended up being the best thing. The... — read more
Post on UP Employee site detailing cuts
Operating department is now 2 regions instead of three (North and South); Denver, Livonia, St Louis, Sunset, and Twin Cities service units are gone. CC&S is now in operating rather than M&S. Workforce reduction of approximately 475 in the fourth... — read more
Severance?
Does anyone know if they provided a severance and if so, how much?
DVSU
Denver is gone!
"Strongest US Economy And Most Jobs Ever!"
So says the government and talking heads. Anyone who can't see this is pure BS is lacking a few screws or has them inserted in the wrong hole. Guess what? Shocker I know, but the media and government lies to us....NOWAI!!!
Lance
Lance is the worse CEO, the company now gets an extra free billion a year from the tax cuts. The stock price has almost doubled since the split a few years ago. The company is making money hand over fist. He decides the company isn't lean enough and... — read more
Layoffs HDC
Have they walked anyone out at HDC?
Livonia Layoffs Update
Any updates here? What's going on in Livonia?
LOUP
They've let go 10 people in LOUP so far and several in HR. Apparently CC&S will not be part of the Operating team, as well.
https://twitter.com/TheLayoff/status/1054760138060423171
https://twitter.com/TheLayoff/status/1054760138060423171
500 estimated layoffs today
There are suppose to be an estimated 500 layoffs for Management employees today. HR has lost nearly 10 confirmed, LOUP has lost about 15, M&S 10 or so I’ve heard.
Look nothing is going to happen without a natl press release to Wallstreet the world
Unless you see a press release to the world nothing will take place this is a publicly traded company and their only worry is the stock price
ook nothing is going to happen without a natl press release to Wallstreet the world
Unless you see a press release to the world nothing will take place this is a publicly traded company and their only worry is the stock price
The worst part
The worst part is the fact they are leaving people in the dark. This is causing unnecessary stress and anxiety. Job performance today will be low.
They’ve started the layoffs at HQ
Enough said.
When will we hear something?
Anybody knows when can we expect to hear something today?
Not looking forward to today
Didn't really get much sleep - I'm a master at stressing out in advance - so today is going to be even more fun for me. But in all honesty, I hope we find out today. Any more nights like this one and I'm going to have to start medicating to stay... — read more
Tomorrow looks to be moving day!
Moving boxes are on the 3rd floor freight elevator. I wish I could post the picture I took. No rumors or post stirring, just the truth!
Tomorrow is D-Day!
It’s going down tomorrow m------f----s. Gene Leahy mall about to get a couple more residents. Remember - Omaha winters are cold and deadly. Bundle up - I know I will be.
Earnings Call on Thursday, October 25, 2018, at 8:45 a.m. EDT
You are invited to listen to Union Pacific Corporation's (NYSE: UNP) third quarter 2018 earnings release presentation that will be broadcast live over the Internet and via teleconference on Thursday, October 25, 2018, at 8:45 a.m. Eastern Time. What:... — read more
Is this the week?
A lot of people here seem to believe we will know what's going this week, either a day or two before third quarter earnings are reported or immediately after. I'm just wondering if this is usually the case? Are layoffs announced right before or after... — read more
Agreement Vs Non-Agreement
I think what we’re all forgetting (myself included), is that PSR will absolutely affect both sides. PSR will bring fewer trains to the network, but will be monster huge... fewer trains will equal less train crews, less crew dispatchers, less finance... — read more
So what’s next?
I’m a supervisor of a tie gang, rumor has it on Tuesday we will be getting calls from upper management and supposedly they will be offering us a managers title. “Hard to believe” Funny thing is, they have MTP’s over the tie gangs and from what I’ve... — read more