Their announcement today however, gives hope to some of the employees who will lose their jobs. For the hourly employees at the Maryland, Michigan, Ohio and Oshawa, Canada facilities, there are nearly 3,000 jobs jobs available at other United States plants. For other employees at these unallocated plants, there are tuition assistance programs, and training opportunities.
Bara says these new opportunities are thanks to a strong North American economy.
“Strong U.S. and Canadian economies enable us to provide these opportunities now as we position General Motors for long-term success,” said GM Chairman and CEO Mary Barra. “Our focus remains on providing interested employees options to transition including job opportunities at other GM plants. We remain committed to working with local government officials, our unions and each individual to find appropriate opportunities for them.”
