I have about 5 months until my 401k match vests; what can I do to wait it out until that day? I don't want to build a career here and frankly working here has been a downgrade in my career and has really set myself back multiple years Should i give... — read more 

What happens with it if you're cut and you've only been here for two years, give or take a month?

F-150 guy said today that 1/22 is the big day.

https://www.autoblog.com/news/fords-2024-results-shine-but-is-trouble-lurking-beneath

Let’s stop the waste and get out of the EV business. Use resources to bolster ICE and Hybrid teams.

I don't do much work at Ford just like the rest of the people there so I decided to apply around and get more work while still milking the paycheck here.

After sound advice from my financial planner, I sold all my Ford stock today. Took the loss and am still smiling! Just spreading the advice...for free.

technically incompetent dont know how to communicate always deflecting work

How about 1,000,000 Ford F-150 Trucks produced between 2022-2025 being mandatory recalled due to the bed of the truck separating from the truck frame due to Ford workers forget to torque the bolts securing the truck's bed to the frame. GM will feel... — read more 

https://www.thestreet.com/automotive/fords-ceo-eyes-domination-in-this-iconic-market

#1 seed. Bust! Everything we touch turns to cr-p!

I saw an announcement when 50 employees were moved from Ford to canopy, but no announcement when they failed to deliver. Was anybody laid off?

From so many postings it is very clear that employees are suffering a lot at Ford by being unhappy. It may not be worth waiting indefinitely for severance pay as there is too much to lose if you stay. Your health is much more important than a Ford... — read more 

Recently got a new manager. I am told that I now have 2 supervisors and 2 managers that can give me work. I can say that's been interesting in not a good way so far. The new manager does not seem to trust anyone. And this manager has made... — read more 

Most people have no interest in being here; we are just collecting paychecks with the least amount of effort possible.

If you are under 55, you don't even qualify for a Z plan as you are not eligible for pension benefits. Sigh. That's what's called a double whammy. Thank you very little!!

Those of you who will receive low or poor performance review this month during your 1:1, better pack your stuff and hit the door.

It reminds me of Hackett: Every now and then, in the face of adversity, an automotive CEO needs to sound like a football coach and send an obvious but memorable motivational message to his or her team. Some might call it coachspeak. Ford CEO Jim... — read more 

Somehow still coasting by, no one has noticed or cares. I do think most people here have other jobs for sure

i will consider your arguments

Stock price is down 13% last year when the SPY was up 20%. Surrounded by just incompetent and checked out Indians in bangalore who can barely speak english and have issues with actually getting work done. All it is excuses and excuses and no actual... — read more 

Sounds like a good way to get rid of deadwood, and hire better talent: https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/companies/meta-to-cut-5-of-staff-with-eye-on-lowest-performers-memo-says/ar-BB1rru0Y

We’ve been stuck in a cycle of one bad decision after another, suffering the consequences for far too long. It’s mind-boggling that no one has taken action to address this. We need a change in leadership, someone with fresh ideas—anything to break... — read more 

Got severance package yesterday. I am a software engineer with HTHD in GDIA. Have to decide between lump sum or monthly pension. Has anyone taken monthly? I know my previous boss took lump sum worried about company’s future might affect pension. Like... — read more 

Toyota and Honda vehicles are selling for ~ 2K to 7K over MSRP. People are willing to wait for months after booking due to the high demand for these vehicles. Ford vehicles are readily available at dealerships but no one wants them. Ford doesn't know... — read more 

any ideas

just hoping we get our bonus, i have been stuck in the salary grade for a while but i am too afraid to ask for a raise

Appears to be very inconsistent. Is this defined anywhere

If a manager intends to retaliate against a GSR, they would sit on the buddy bench and a GSR would (hopefully) ask them how they are feeling. This would build a bridge of compassion between the manager and GSR, and potentially avoid hostile... — read more 

THREE PILLARS WELL-BEING “When we teach our H1B’s to cherish our values and care for each other, they are better prepared to carry on a legacy of cfd, and tedious calculations, always doing exactly what they’re told by the manager, even if it... — read more 

I just read that the Ford Fairlane Plaza buildings were just sold. How does that align with RTO? I suppose they could be buying some other buildings, but I would think Ford would want to hold on to the real estate they have for this so-called 5 day... — read more 

I am coasting here for 2 years and work for 10 hours a week I don't think I will be PIP'ed anytime soon but don't want to get fired for working another job. Anyone else overemployed?

Tech will be impacted and top execs are already let go Ford will be exclusively hiring talent from India and Mexico since talent there is much cheaper

Billy and Jimmy going to Prison, expect layoffs: https://www.wmuk.org/wmuk-news/2025-01-09/the-pentagon-says-a-ford-ev-battery-plant-partner-has-links-to-the-chinese-military

Any news on return to the office 5 days per week. No more WFH? Many GSR have been told no more WFH.

Ford should just offer packages and your employees will leave.

"Long term 12+ month W2 Contract 3 days a week on site in Dearborn or Portland OR or Palo Alto Must be able to work on W2 without sponsorship" what part of Ford is in Portland?

I have never worked somewhere where the morale is this low. Everyone I speak to is disenfranchised or checked out. No one is happy to be here. There is no future/ this company will be bankrupt in 3 years