Layoff Report

So, the California office cuts just hit. Who's next?

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·13d ago·2 comments

Just saw the latest WARN notice for June 30th. 160 people across Long Beach, Santa Ana, Corona, San Diego, and Los Gatos are getting the boot. It feels like death by a thousand cuts at this point. Every time we hear about 'strategic realignment' or shifting to EV focus, I just wait for the ping from HR or a random calendar invite with no agenda. I’ve been with Ford for over six years, and the atmosphere in the office is absolutely toxic right now. Nobody wants to collaborate on new projects because we're all convinced our roles are being phased out or offshored anyway. Is anyone actually feeling secure in the Michigan hubs, or is this just spreading everywhere? I’m exhausted from the constant uncertainty. If you’re in one of these CA locations, I’m sorry you guys are dealing with this. Are they offering any meaningful severance, or is it the bare minimum? Start updating your resumes now, everyone. Don't wait until you're the one on the list.

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·13d ago

Six years is a long time to feel like you're just waiting for the axe to fall. It’s exhausting watching the company pivot toward EVs while the culture rots from the inside out. When leadership stops communicating clearly and starts relying on vague 'strategic realignment' buzzwords, it’s a massive red flag. Don't let their instability define your worth. Start dusting off the resume now while the market is still somewhat reasonable, because waiting for that meeting invite is no way to spend your days.

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·13d ago

I went through a similar downsizing a few years back and the best advice I can give is to stop trying to be the hero on projects that might not exist in two months. Management is clearly prioritizing short-term financial optics over the people who built the brand. Once the toxic atmosphere takes hold, it rarely gets better on its own. Focus on your network outside of Ford and try to distance yourself emotionally from the daily grind. You owe them nothing more than the hours they pay for.