should i be worried if my work is opening a shop up in mexico?

Question

I work at a factory that makes industrial kitchen appliances for resturants and things. We recived a memo that they are opening a 35,000sq ft. shop in mexico with possibilities to expand, the place in mexico wont open until june of 07, and they claim they will only be making the fryers there. so should i start lookin for a new job or stay?

also the shop we have here is roughly 200,000 sq. ft. could be more not sure, and is our main HQ. we also have distrubuting shops all around the world.

Answer 1

how's your spanish?

Answer 2

It doesn't seem like a concern at the moment, but I don't think the company would tell you if they might close down, in order to prevent a mass panic. How big is the factory you work at now, compared to the 35,000 sq ft. shop in Mexico? Is it larger or smaller than 35,000 sq. ft.? If it is bigger, then I wouldn't worry about losing your job just yet, because the new factory probably couldn't handle all of the work that you do now. However, if the Mexican factory is successful, your company may consider moving their operations to Mexico since it will probably cut costs. Luckily you still have a year to prepare for the possibility. Look around and see what is available...it won't hurt to know your options. Perhaps you can find a better paying job.

Good luck!

Answer 3

Well... the possibilities to expand is kind of a worrier right there.
I wouldn't start looking for one yet.. but if you know of something better with better pay, by all means take it.
I would say this; if you have been there quite awhile then I wouldn't worry so much as the guy who's been there 6 months or so.
I do hope you do well and you end up keeping the job but with our outsourcing in this country, we are screwing ourselves to the wall for the future.

Answer 4

learn spanish and be willing to move. save as much money as you can and you can live like a queen

Answer 5

I hope you subscribe to your local sunday paper...start looking