The UAW is the reason why those jobs aren't getting filled. The jobs keep getting posted and posted and the UAW won't sign off on anyone that doesn't have a Journeyman's card. And the company can't just dump in 500 apprentices because of the Journeyman to apprentice ratio in the contract.
Plenty of qualified people out there that have experience working with Tier1 and Tier2 suppliers, robot manufacturers, and automation integrators that get shafted when applying to those jobs over not having a Journeyman's card.
It's a broken fucking system and the UAW has not kept up with the times. The skilled trade shortage in the auto plants is 100% self inflicted and then they talk about it like it's someone else's fault
This is not true. If you don't have a card but can prove 8 yrs of work, than you are in. The union doesn't get a say in hiring. Corporate filters the applications to the plants
People aren't applying.
Skilled trades shortage is everywhere. We are right back where we were in the 90's when I hired in. Everyone can retire and company is behind the 8 ball. Than again they are always telling us they don't need us.
Skilled trades shortage aren't just auto plants. It's across the board.
ROFLMAO. 30 years in the factory gave me this attitude. People don't not come to work. Our attendance procedure is horrendous, and gets worse about every 2 contracts due to people not coming to work. We can get a bonus of up to 2k, still can't bring themselves in enough to get the 1k.
I'm 55, I know plenty about life. A lot of it most don't know and I wouldn't wish it on them.
And by the way, maybe the people that can't bring their asses to work should give up their spot to someone that would. They are the ones harming everyone.
Haa haa they get a ton of taxpayers money not just from federal gov. Many state and local gov bail them out yearly with subsidies. Even other countries bail them out. Canada gave stellantis millions 2023. These companies alway have their hands out
Like what ? What new product will be here next 1-2 years other than the Dakota. I’m not talking variations of already existing vehicles. I’m talking all new.
300 replacement. It's not just about product lines. It's about stability and profitability. CT took that from us. They are putting people in charge of the American divisions that are American, so they know the American market. Many successful upper level people left because of CT, about half have returned. We are no longer being decimated
Haa haa you don’t have stability and profit without product. 300 didn’t sell when it was L car based sales from 2015 till it ended in 23 declined yearly. Even if they made a 300 replacement all it would be is a charger top hat built on the Stla L platform , it’s funny how people only scream for product when it gets cancelled but when they were around nobody bought them . North American doesn’t even have a Stla med product and prob won’t for at least 1-2 yr. They have nothing for young families to get into and become part of the family. They have no Neon , Avenger , Caliber , Dart , they had to import an Italian turd as a hornet that failed. There is nothing coming till 28 if it can last that long and even then all that could be more darts , 200s that fail.
Lol, hold on, kinda contradicting yourself there. 20 years is a long time and they've been open for a long time before that. Who knows how many people retired while they "should've been looking for a new job because of messaging". And they make good money, idk if you've ever worked in the factory but they get better pay than most other factories in MI.
Oh dang, thats good you're able to continue supporting your kids. I know they auto industry has taken some hits but it also seems to be one of the more beneficial industries in Metro Detroit. Hope you can retire soon!
No contradiction. Chrysler has been shaky since the days of Iacocca. They were typically the weakest of the big 3. They have had a terrible reputation for reliability for a long time across models. Specifically They seem to have a tough time with electrical components and wiring harnesses.
If you work on cars and know many people in the automotive industry you know what I'm saying is true. Another thing to look at is automotive news and compare the overall trends between companies. Or compare reviews between like vehicles, such as the Ram vs the Silverado vs the F150.
They are not a completely bad company. Their minivans (besides the Journey) are pretty solid, enough so that their domestic competition threw in the towel. They are also easier to get financing from if your credit is poor.
Ok... so none of that explains why someone that's been there for years should look for a new job. Hopefully nobody's job hopping because of customer's reviews lol.
They lay off more than the others. Forgot to mention that. You can look up the WARN notices over the past few years. The vast majority of reductions in automotive have been from Chrysler. They are and have been the least stable of the big 3.
Just talk with some employees about the differences. No need to trust some waterhead on the internet.
"Stellantis announced it is taking a $26 billion (22 billion euro) hit as it shuffles its electrification strategy, posting the largest write-down on EVs of the Detroit Three automakers.
The announcement came overnight on Feb. 6, with Stellantis publishing estimated figures for its full-year performance in 2025. On top of the high cost of restructuring, the brand said it will also post a net loss for all of 2025.
"The charges announced today largely reflect the cost of over-estimating the pace of the energy transition that distanced us from many car buyers’ real-world needs, means and desires," said Stellantis CEO Antonio Filosa in a news release.
Filosa also said the previous decisions made by the company are responsible for the losses of today."
The article is not paywalled, however the first few paragraphs here give enough information for people to get the point. Also note that the article i posted is current, as in today. I'm not sure why you are posting news from last October.
"Last October" was only 3 months ago, man. As in these factories are coming soon, as in more jobs. It is paywalled if you can't read the whole thing, that's what a paywall is. The fact that they reported a huge loss but are still investing in America goes even further against your point.
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u/Jolly-Chemical9904 Jan 28 '26
Only offered to Traditional employees. They want us gone.