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Production floor concerns - anyone else noticing shifts?

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·27d ago·2 comments
Hey everyone, posting anonymously here. Been with Cummins for a few years now on the manufacturing side, and lately, things just feel... off. Not hearing any official word, which is almost worse, but there's been a definite slowdown in production line speeds for some units. Overtime has also been scaled back significantly in my plant, and I'm seeing more 'temp' workers being let go than usual. Management is tight-lipped, giving the usual 'optimizing operations' spiel, but it doesn't feel like that. More like we're bracing for something. Anyone else in production, at other plants maybe, seeing similar things? Curious if this is a widespread thing or just my location. Trying to get a sense of the real situation without causing panic.

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·27d ago

Yeah, I've been hearing whispers about something similar at my plant too. It's unsettling when you can feel the change but don't have any solid information. The overtime cuts definitely sting, especially when you're used to relying on that extra income. Hoping it's just a temporary lull and not something more serious down the line. Stay safe out there.

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·27d ago

It's concerning to see this across different plants, if what you're saying is happening elsewhere too. The 'optimizing operations' line feels like a cop-out when it directly impacts our work and job security. I'd rather have honest communication, even if it's not great news. Let's hope management addresses these concerns directly soon.