Justice on the Job, Service to the Community
Sisters and Brothers, This trying time for our union, our families and the entire world has brought into full focus the everyday heroes of the IAM. Our members are on the frontlines, doing the work that keeps our economy running and our countries safe. Many of our members are considered essential employees and are still … Read more
IAM Lobstering Local 207 member Julie Eaton has risen to the challenges of the coronavirus pandemic by assisting others in her coastal Maine community. Watch: We Stand Up for Each Other “When the times get tough, we stand up for each other,” said Eaton. “And that’s something being a union member has really help instill … Read more
Today marks National Equal Pay Day, a marker for on average how far into the year a woman must work to earn what a man earned 2019. On average in 2019, women were paid 22.6% less than men, according to the Economic Policy Institute. The IAM has been a strong advocate for means to bridge … Read more
The IAM has sent letters to Senators and members of the U.S. House of Representatives urging them to support the End Outsourcing Act (H.R. 6121, S. 3425). The IAM needs you to take action by asking your Senators and House Representative to co-sponsor the legislation. TELL CONGRESS: Support the End Outsourcing Act This important legislation, introduced by Rep. Mark Pocan (D-WI) … Read more
Bakery, Confectionery, Tobacco Workers and Grain Millers International Union (BCTGM) President David B. Durkee passed away on March 30, 2020 after a long and valiant battle with cancer. He was 66. “Brother Durkee was the definition of a true union activist and fought to protect his members at every turn,” said IAM International President Robert … Read more
The 600,000-member International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM), North America’s largest aerospace, airline and defense union, applauds the Senate’s unanimous passage of the bipartisan CARES Act. The IAM, along with allies on Capitol Hill, vastly improved the COVID-19 relief bill from its original form to increase investment in the American people and include … Read more
This week’s Activate L!VE featured IAM Healthcare Director Marti Garza who talked about the challenges faced by IAM healthcare workers during the COVID-19 pandemic. Garza discussed the many areas in which the IAM gets involved for our members, and all workers in the patient-care field. Personal protective equipment (PPE), worker safety, ensuring appropriate staffing levels … Read more
Twenty-three workers of IAM Local 1346, District 54 have been on the picket lines since March 10, after rejecting Gledhill Road Machinery Company’s last, best, and final offer and voting to strike. At issue are healthcare benefits, wage increases and working conditions that include drastic changes to the attendance policy. The Negotiating Committee invited company … Read more
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of our brother and friend, Richard “Dick” Schneider. Brother Schneider peacefully passed away the evening of March 17, 2020, at the Portland Adventist Hospital. A celebration of life is to be planned sometime during the summer. Dick initiated in 1968 as a member of … Read more
The COVID-19 pandemic has had an unprecedented impact on our economy, our employers and our membership. For many reasons, including the uncertain nature of when it will be safe for members and staff to travel and gather in groups, the Executive Council has made the decision to close the Winpisinger Education and Technology Center for … Read more