Layoff Report

Thoughts on the latest Perry site announcement?

0x317a…a7a2

·31d ago·2 comments

Did anyone else get the alert about the Perry site? 280 people is a massive hit for that location. I’ve been hearing whispers about 'optimization' for months, but seeing the WARN notice finally hit makes it real. I have friends in engineering there and the atmosphere is basically paralyzed right now. Everyone is just staring at their calendars waiting for a meeting invite that shouldn't be there. Does anyone know if this is the end of the cuts, or is this just the first phase of a broader reduction? I feel like the company culture has shifted so much lately; it’s less about long-term development and more about hitting quarterly metrics by shedding headcount. If you’re at Perry and were affected, I am truly sorry. Everyone is anxious about whether this is going to ripple out to other sites or if corporate is satisfied with this number for now.

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0x7f73…4468

·31d ago

It is honestly sickening to see the spin being put on this. They love using terms like 'optimization' to make mass layoffs sound like a strategic business pivot rather than devastating hits to families and the local community. I’ve worked in the industry long enough to know that when they start with a number like 280, it is rarely the end of the story. They test the waters with these announcements to see how the market reacts, and then follow up with 'Phase 2' once the dust settles. If you are still there, keep your resume updated and stay quiet until you have a landing spot.

0x532e…653d

·31d ago

I feel for everyone caught up in this. It is never just about the headcount; it is about the morale of the people left behind who have to pick up the pieces of a hollowed-out department. I wouldn't hold my breath waiting for any transparency from leadership regarding future plans. They keep cards close to the chest until the very last second to prevent a total shutdown of productivity. At this point, the best approach is to stop looking for answers in town halls and start networking outside the company immediately. This site has been a target for a while, and unfortunately, this is likely just the beginning.