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Posted: 12/14/2016 3:24:59 PM EDT
[#1]
That fucking sucks man. Here's hopin you get something better than what you had.
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Posted: 12/14/2016 3:25:17 PM EDT
[#2]
Sorry man.
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Posted: 12/14/2016 3:26:17 PM EDT
[#3]
Hopefully we will see a Trump Recovery sooner rather then later.
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Posted: 12/14/2016 3:27:55 PM EDT
[#4]
There's another excuse to move.
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Posted: 12/14/2016 3:27:57 PM EDT
[#5]
I'm sorry to hear that. Makes me more appreciative that the company I work for has a corporate "no layoffs" policy from November through January.
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Posted: 12/14/2016 3:27:59 PM EDT
[#6]
Its been going around here as well. Best of luck man! As I've witnessed, it almost always leads to something better in life
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Posted: 12/14/2016 3:28:02 PM EDT
[#7]
Maybe this is an opportunity to GTFO of NY?
Sorry to hear though....prayers and fingers crossed for you....what part of NY? |
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Posted: 12/14/2016 3:28:05 PM EDT
[#8]
Sad news especially with the poor timing. You are in NY, are you able to relocate to a warmer and maybe even friendlier location? Best to you and hopefully you can look back on this someday as the start of something very big.
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Posted: 12/14/2016 3:28:50 PM EDT
[#9]
You say engineering? What industry? We might be looking at adding some people here soon. Know anything about aluminum extrusion presses?
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Posted: 12/14/2016 3:29:38 PM EDT
[#10]
I've been there.
Keep your head up, you have a full job finding a new job now. Too many people get down in the dumps and take "me time" before starting the search, that just cuts down on the time you have. Staying positive (as hard as it can be) will help you in your interviews for new work. Feeling down in the dumps shows all over your face when you're meeting on new positions. Good luck. |
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Posted: 12/14/2016 3:29:51 PM EDT
[#11]
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Well, it was decent run I guess. Got called into HR this morning and was informed by the facility VP that I am no longer employed as of today. Had hoped it would last about 6 more years. Heard from one of my employees ... er, former employees, that a few other senior engineers got let go today too. The VP that was my boss got let go about a month ago and a number of other higher ups throughout the organization have either been let go or left on their own within the last few months. We were told yesterday that unless some new work comes in soon, we are "overstaffed." Ironically, today was our facility Christmas party. From what I hear, it wasn't too festive. So, once again the search begins. Glad I had a lot of PTO saved up that I'm going to get paid for. Wish me luck. Prayers would be appreciated, if you're so inclined. Good luck. I believe the economy is fixin' to go gang-busters about January 20th. 
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Posted: 12/14/2016 3:32:40 PM EDT
[#12]
Sorry to hear that. Btdt, got the tshirt and a nice case a ptsd.
It's the worse thing that can happen to a man, that doesn't garner much sympathy or support. Don't worry about the Christmas timing. That's just one day. Just focus on landing on your feet. Living well is the best revenge. |
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Posted: 12/14/2016 3:34:55 PM EDT
[#13]
Sorry to hear that OP. Maybe with your background you can find another job, maybe even better than the one you just lost. Can you file for unemployment? If so I would get on that as soon as possible.
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You say engineering? What industry? We might be looking at adding some people here soon. Know anything about aluminum extrusion presses? I work on an aluminum extrusion press currently. What positions are you looking to hire for? |
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Posted: 12/14/2016 3:35:10 PM EDT
[#14]
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There's another excuse to move. This right here. Get out. |
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Posted: 12/14/2016 3:35:31 PM EDT
[#15]
That sucks. I got laid off in November but managed to transfer to a direst billable position in my company, albeit at a 35% paycut. while I look for something better This is such a shitty time of year to look for work since most people won't really start hiring until the new year. This is the 3rd time in 3 years I had to go through it too.
If you're hurting for cash theres plenty of temp jobs you can get working retail over the holidays though. |
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Posted: 12/14/2016 3:37:36 PM EDT
[#16]
Sorry to hear that Mech. Prayers definitely sent. Hope you find more work soon. This might be a good thing in the end.
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Posted: 12/14/2016 3:38:29 PM EDT
[#17]
I went through three layoffs at one company about 10y ago. They were trying to get acquired and would perform a layoff right before an evaluation to reduce the workforce and show higher profitability. I didn't find this out until the 3rd one. As soon as I did I let the 3rd layoff happen, then left and my entire department followed me. Nobody is irreplaceable. But if you cut to the bone and try and operate on a shoestring budget losing a key player can hurt. Losing an entire department...took them 3y to re-staff due to the brain drain that occurred.
Didn't matter to the executives though, that 3rd layoff was the trick. They were purchased by a larger company a few weeks later. The CEO came to work in a new BMW 750il the following Monday, then a new Porsche 911 that Tuesday. To be fair the CEO was in the office at 6am and left at 8pm every single day. Nobody out worked him. When he was brought in originally, he took the job and didn't realize how bad things really were, just a few months in his role as CEO they couldn't make payroll. And for about 8-9mo he funded everyone's paycheck from his personal pocket. People were getting personal checks from him because the company was almost bankrupt. But when you just fired half your workforce, mostly friends of the people who still work for you, don't flaunt 2 new cars you just bought yourself by selling everyone out. He earned it...it's just a little humility would have been nice. |
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Posted: 12/14/2016 3:38:50 PM EDT
[#18]
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Well, it was decent run I guess. Got called into HR this morning and was informed by the facility VP that I am no longer employed as of today. Had hoped it would last about 6 more years. Heard from one of my employees ... er, former employees, that a few other senior engineers got let go today too. The VP that was my boss got let go about a month ago and a number of other higher ups throughout the organization have either been let go or left on their own within the last few months. We were told yesterday that unless some new work comes in soon, we are "overstaffed." Ironically, today was our facility Christmas party. From what I hear, it wasn't too festive. So, once again the search begins. Glad I had a lot of PTO saved up that I'm going to get paid for. Wish me luck. Prayers would be appreciated, if you're so inclined. Prayers out, brother. I've been there twice in the last 5 years. The good news is that, after every lay off, my next job was a step up. I wish the same for you. |
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Posted: 12/14/2016 3:39:01 PM EDT
[#19]
Good luck Mech!
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Posted: 12/14/2016 3:40:20 PM EDT
[#20]
That sucks. Going thru that at my job now, every day is wondering if or when the hammer is going to fall.
Good luck, dude. |
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Posted: 12/14/2016 3:40:31 PM EDT
[#21]
Got laid off for the Holidays too....no notice...no paid time off...just, done
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Posted: 12/14/2016 3:42:18 PM EDT
[#22]
That blows.
They let go 4 at my company last Friday. Three in my department if you count the one the quite about a month ago. |
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Posted: 12/14/2016 3:42:43 PM EDT
[#23]
My dad was a corporate engineer. He was ordered to fire some employees two weeks before christmas. Within 3 months months he left b/c he didnt want to work for a company that would fire employees days before christmas
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Posted: 12/14/2016 3:43:26 PM EDT
[#24]
Good luck. I've made it through 5 layoffs in the past 3 years. We have picked back up some and are hopeful for next year. Got word from a guy at a Caterpillar facility today that they are about to have more layoffs.
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Posted: 12/14/2016 3:44:12 PM EDT
[#25]
Man, I ain't never letting go of the gubmint tit!
 Their timing leaves a bit to be desired...
Check out USAJOBS.gov, lot of jobs available out there. I hope you find something you like and quick... |
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Posted: 12/14/2016 3:44:21 PM EDT
[#26]
Sorry to hear that. I was once let go, albeit a few weeks earlier than expected, on my birthday.
They could have at least waited until after Christmas. Chris |
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Posted: 12/14/2016 3:45:14 PM EDT
[#27]
The Los Alamos National Lab is hiring engineers. Amusing you can pass a background check for the security it is a awesome place to live/work. I am so glad I left CA.
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Posted: 12/14/2016 3:45:32 PM EDT
[#28]
Their timing certainly sucks.
Good luck, I hope something opens up for you soon. |
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Posted: 12/14/2016 3:45:48 PM EDT
[#29]
OP,, you will bonce back,,, and look back at today years from now as a gift,
prayers sent |
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Posted: 12/14/2016 3:51:20 PM EDT
[#30]
BTDT, you'll land on your feet.
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Posted: 12/14/2016 3:51:30 PM EDT
[#31]
Good luck buddy, I'm sure you'll find something in your field in the near future.
In the mean time just relax and enjoy the Christmas season and get your mind off today. 2017 is going to be a great year. 
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Posted: 12/14/2016 3:53:31 PM EDT
[#32]
Sorry, OP. That sucks.
I lost my job of 7 years last month, too. |
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Posted: 12/14/2016 3:53:35 PM EDT
[#33]
Prayers sent.
I feel fortunate every day I get to work. There were 165 of us four years ago, now there are 40. FBHO got his way when he said he'd crush the coal industry. FBHO |
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Posted: 12/14/2016 4:02:39 PM EDT
[#34]
Check your employee handbook on PTO/sick time pay out policies and be prepared to talk to the NY department of labor if you don't get paid for everything you've accrued.
Also get any pay stubs or other relevant records together for this. Time sheets too. Based on personal experience around 7 years back, the NY DOL will go after companies that short you. It took a couple months, but I did get my pay. FYI, at least at the time, employers were only allowed to deduct court ordered child support from your paycheck. Any tool, uniform, or similar deductions weren't allowed. ETA: I'll leave the above for reference, but I read that as "I have a lot of PTO that I'll hopefully get paid for" Good luck brother, and now's a good time to try and make it to a free state. |
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Posted: 12/14/2016 4:06:45 PM EDT
[#35]
Sorry to hear this OP. I’ve been there. Take the time to enjoy Christmas,and then work your contacts. |
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Posted: 12/14/2016 4:11:41 PM EDT
[#36]
CAT announced it is laying off before the end of the year too.
I don't think the economy is any better as FBHO is leaving than it was as he came in... 
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Posted: 12/14/2016 4:13:11 PM EDT
[#37]
I open these threads to see what the poster did (job title, specialty) and where they are located.
NY- one down, where specifically? What do you do? |
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Posted: 12/14/2016 4:15:59 PM EDT
[#38]
Sorry man
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Posted: 12/14/2016 4:18:45 PM EDT
[#39]
Happened to me a few years ago Now I am making twice what I used to make (in the same field) and way better benefits...
The same thing will happen for you... |
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Posted: 12/14/2016 4:22:13 PM EDT
[#40]
Tough break. I've been laid off for the holidays a couple times myself.
Always led to better things. Keep your chin up and things will work out for you. |
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Posted: 12/14/2016 4:23:34 PM EDT
[#41]
Prayers out and hang in there.
It will work out. |
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Posted: 12/14/2016 4:23:41 PM EDT
[#42]
things will pick up fast in January.
get your resume ready and start poking around. |
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Posted: 12/14/2016 4:24:02 PM EDT
[#43]
Welcome to the party, pal! I was laid off last month, but have to work until early Jan to get my severance. Keep your chin up, dust off the ol' resume, and get back in the game when you are ready!
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Posted: 12/14/2016 4:26:33 PM EDT
[#44]
Good luck OP. Mind sharing what industry? Company having financial problems or typical mismanagement resulting in 'restructuring' and "cost-cutting?"
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Posted: 12/14/2016 4:28:29 PM EDT
[#45]
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CAT announced it is laying off before the end of the year too. I don't think the economy is any better as FBHO is leaving than it was as he came in... Had a Cat guy in at work today, he found out while he was here they will be having more layoffs starting this week as well as a quarter by quarter evaluation on staffing levels next year. Hate to say it but Cat has way too many people for how much work they have. |
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Posted: 12/14/2016 4:30:54 PM EDT
[#46]
I got let go from a 15 year job back in May. I need to start looking for work... (Thankfully I saved up a year's worth of pay)
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Posted: 12/14/2016 4:34:54 PM EDT
[#47]
Today is the last day for several managers, those walk on water "M's". Some could have moved to mere dirt raker jobs, but I think all of them would have to relocate due to the hiring freeze, despite the documented understaffing. But that will turn around early next year, too, as a couple of programs wind down and we find ourselves with more people than slots.
One is no loss however, and how she survived this long looks just like miracle. NG is still hiring for positions in Melbourne Florida and I think GKN is still hiring in St. Louis. LRSB. |
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Posted: 12/14/2016 4:40:25 PM EDT
[#48]
Prayers sent in the hope that you find a better position in the near future.
Good luck. |
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Posted: 12/14/2016 4:42:07 PM EDT
[#49]
Prayers sent!
FYI, it sucks to be on the other side of that, too. I was once VP/Finance for a startup company. We had 16 employees at peak, then one of our sponsors pulled. We had to let 10 people go on Dec. 20. When I say "we", I mean the chickenshit CEO told me to do it. Least fun Christmas ever. |
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Posted: 12/14/2016 4:45:22 PM EDT
[#50]
We're looking for a metallurgist and a melt shop manager if you were interested in relocating to a free state in the Midwest OP.
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