#union

New mechanical forced overtime policy of the week. You live here now! If you’re good and the director likes you, you may get to see your kids three hours a week (but only if they come to the shop). Now get to work you slaves! Oh, and your union said it’s okay!

I have said this before, watch for reorgs they are the precursor to RIFs. If you end up moving to OCI your time is short. They will cut reshuffle and bleed. Sorry to the OAL org today. Other orgs moving under the grim reaper watch out!!!

Stay strong time to organize, embrace unions! The white collar is the new blue!

Title says it all. Are other unions having this issue or is it just our high paid inept leadership that failed us many years ago. We all know early 2000’s they sc--wed the future members .

• Unions representing nearly two-thirds of Micron's Taiwan staff may strike
• Unions seek a one-off payment and quarterly bonuses tied to 15% of operating profit
• More than 80% of surveyed members backed action, unions say
• Taiwan is Micron's largest manufacturing base; a stoppage could disrupt chip supply
• The dispute comes amid AI-driven memory-chip demand and rising ​sector profits

https://www.reuters.com/business/world-at-work/microns-taiwan-unions-threaten-strike-over-bonus-dispute-2026-09-01/

Heard hon aero site in rocky mount may unionize

Ontario's Workplace Safety and Insurance Board is undergoing significant layoffs, impacting 566 employees. Concurrently, concerns are surfacing from both affected staff and their union regarding the agency's increasing reliance on artificial intelligence. Employees report being tasked with training AI systems that may ultimately replace their roles. The union president expressed worries about the automation of work and potential diminished services for injured workers. The WSIB stated that technology has long been used to streamline administrative tasks and improve support.

Sudbury

https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/sudbury/wsib-layoffs-jobs-cut-ai-insurance-tools-9.7324448

Conestoga College has laid off an additional 32 full-time professors. This latest round of job reductions follows hundreds of previous layoffs since 2025. The college cited a significant decline in international student enrollment as the primary reason for these difficult but necessary cuts. Faculty members will continue to work and receive pay for 90 days following their layoff notices. The union expressed concerns about a lack of transparency regarding future employment security.

Kitchener, Ontario

https://www.cbc.ca/lite/story/9.7327078?feature=related-link

The current union has little to no presence on the floor. There are lots of new employees, yes some of them are lost causes and that’s the narrative more experienced members will run with. Regardless, a lot of new people are not associated or familiar with our union and unfortunately won’t be till radio silence is broken for either a big election or contract. There was no communication last contract until they were looking for us to amend what they presented. A little packet, two excel sheets, vote on that, and no you can’t have anymore details and the FULL contract is confidential.

I would really like some outreach from the union to the floor outside of union meetings, in this day and age there should be other avenues of communications.

If there is no change from the elected union officials then their time in their cushy jobs will be short lived. Though they are not allowed to campaign on company time, I am allowed to make sure they don’t get elected on company time.

So yeah, course correction anyone?

At least in my area, it seems like pretty much everyone who was offered the buyout is turning it down. Meanwhile, a lot of the people who actually want the buyout weren't offered one.

So what happens if the company is claiming a surplus but not enough people take the offer? Could they eventually move to layoffs? And if they do, would the people who were offered the buyout and chose not to take it be the first ones affected, or would layoffs go strictly by seniority? Also, the local is hush hush about this in my area.

I took a CST job years ago, but the company never changed my job title. The CSTs in my office are being offered a package. Is the union able to get a package for someone who was not offered the package, because the company didn’t change their title? Has anyone heard of this happening before? I am waiting for a call back from my local.

The Museum of Fine Arts is implementing staff layoffs to address a significant financial deficit. This restructuring will impact over 30 positions, representing 6.3% of the museum's workforce. These layoffs are scheduled to take effect on January 30th. This marks the second instance of staff reductions at the institution within the last six years. Union representatives are advocating for the museum to explore all alternatives before resorting to job cuts.

Boston, Massachusetts

https://www.wbur.org/news/2026/01/28/museum-of-fine-arts-boston-layoffs

Autokinition, operating as Oakland Stamping LLC, will close five facilities in Southeast Michigan. This closure will result in 133 employees losing their jobs. The affected positions include production operators, material handlers, quality engineers, and supervisors. These terminations are scheduled to occur between December 5 and December 19. Many of the hourly workers are covered by a collective bargaining agreement with UAW Local 155.

Detroit, Michigan

https://www.cbsnews.com/detroit/news/autokinition-announces-133-layoffs-closes-five-locations/

General Motors has reached a tentative agreement with Canadian auto union Unifor. The deal includes wage increases and bonuses for workers. It also addresses job security for employees at the CAMI Assembly plant. Union members are voting on the contracts this weekend. The agreements cover thousands of hourly workers across multiple GM facilities in Canada.

Ingersoll, Ontario

https://www.freep.com/story/money/cars/general-motors/2026/08/29/unifor-details-tentative-agreements-general-motors/91527146007/

Austin-based game developers are actively pursuing a union contract following recent layoffs at Microsoft's Xbox division. Workers at Bethesda Game Studios, now part of Microsoft, unionized earlier this year due to concerns about company changes and potential job cuts. The recent workforce reduction, impacting 1,600 employees immediately, has intensified negotiations between the Communications Workers of America and Microsoft. Union representatives allege unfair labor practices and "bad faith bargaining" by the company. The union's priorities include worker safety, job security, and safeguards against AI replacing human roles.

Austin, Texas

https://www.kxan.com/news/local/austin/austin-game-developers-push-for-union-contract-amid-microsofts-xbox-layoffs/amp/

All I keep hearing from multiple departments is that January is a major reorganization is going to happen company wide, heard from VZW and VZB departments alike, whether a layoff happens this year, appears it might, so the shuffle and changes will happen. Not all changes are bad, more efficient work habits and dead weight, and yes the union has caused a lackadaisical attitude among many not pulling their own weight, a lot a house cleaning needs and should take place if you like it or not, change will happen. This wasn’t my first job and probably won’t be my last.

Get ready, managers sending email asking to see who is interested In a VSP, which in other words if no one takes it will have a surplus!
Before any of you clowns start saying that it isn't true, I am in C and E district 6 and this happened today, also we are bargained for technicians not management.
Anyone know what the percentage is or have a clue if there is a list again like last time?
Be on your guard here comes the bo-m September 15th

A union has filed a complaint against Amazon and its subcontractors for allegedly violating New York's WARN Act. The complaint claims over 1,300 delivery drivers were let go without the legally required 90 days' notice. This action impacts drivers in New York City and surrounding suburban areas. The International Brotherhood of Teamsters is seeking back wages, benefits, and penalties for the affected workers. The state Labor Department is currently reviewing the complaint.

New York

https://www.thecooldown.com/green-business/amazon-subcontractors-shut-down-drivers/

St. Joseph's Medical Center has eliminated several clerical positions, citing economic pressures and rising costs. This decision has led to concerns among nurses and staff about increased workloads and potential patient safety risks. Some employees received layoff notices, forcing them to seek new roles within the hospital or face financial strain. Hospital management stated these changes are proactive measures for long-term sustainability and efficiency. The union representing affected workers believes these cuts will negatively impact patient care delivery.

Stockton, California

https://stocktonia.org/news/health/2026/08/27/layoffs-at-st-josephs-medical-center-leave-staff-asking-whos-next/

Company laid off a bunch of engineers , and now is forcing techs to do the zero pen jobs that fell to them. The union is so stupid , they didn’t even argue for a differential pay for its members. Company is saving millions making techs do the engineering work now. What does the union do besides sc--w over its members at every turn lol

Hearing rumors of a EISP again today.Is it true has there been talk with the union ??

Around 100 employees at Diageo's Cameronbridge distillery are voting on potential strike action. This follows an announcement of global redundancies, impacting over 70 roles at the Scottish site. Union representatives claim Diageo has not adequately consulted on the proposed job cuts. Diageo states the reductions are necessary for long-term competitiveness and involve a small number of roles. The union argues maintaining production levels with fewer staff will endanger worker safety.

Cameronbridge, Scotland

https://www.foodmanufacture.co.uk/Article/2026/08/26/diageo-cameronbridge-staff-threaten-strike-amid-layoffs/

A union representing city employees has filed a lawsuit alleging the city illegally kept six Police Accountability Board workers in vulnerable positions. The AFSCME lawsuit claims Rochester failed to provide required civil service exams for these roles. This omission allegedly left the workers susceptible to layoffs, which subsequently occurred last spring. The union is seeking the reinstatement of these six individuals. The petition was filed in Monroe County Supreme Court.

Rochester, New York

https://www.democratandchronicle.com/story/news/local/communities/rochester/2026/08/25/pab-layoffs-union-lawsuit-civil-service-exams/91444756007/

Nurses at St. Joseph's Medical Center are planning a rally to protest proposed layoffs of essential support staff. They argue that eliminating these roles will negatively impact patient safety and care quality. Nurses are already stretched thin and cannot absorb the duties of the laid-off employees. The union states that the healthcare system has sufficient resources to avoid these cuts. They believe patient well-being is being sacrificed for financial gain.

Stockton, California

https://www.nationalnursesunited.org/press/stockton-nurses-to-rally-for-patient-safety-and-condemn-layoffs

"Shady business practices like creating a subsidiary company which is 95% subcontractors to avoid paying unionized employees and sidestepping liability."

is this the new secret acquisition?

So far it’s been rumored over the past 6 months that every week the EISP is coming.Yet here we are with more rumors of rumors.I would say I have been watching so many fellow union associates keep putting off their plans .At this point if they are ready to they should just go !!If the extra money is the deal breaker maybe your not ready to go .But ya so tired of hearing the same conversations!!!

Employees at Microsoft's ZeniMax division in Hunt Valley are protesting recent mass layoffs. The company announced the elimination of 4,800 jobs, with 3,200 cuts impacting the Xbox division. Protesting workers claim the company has the financial resources to avoid these job reductions. The Communications Workers of America union has filed unfair labor practice charges against Microsoft. Microsoft stated they respect employee rights and are bargaining in good faith with the union.

Hunt Valley, Maryland

https://www.wmar2news.com/news/region/baltimore-county/hunt-valley-microsoft-gaming-employees-outraged-by-mass-layoffs

Google agreed to pay $10 million for an enormous trove of business data from bankrupt Spirit Airlines—but the carrier’s flight attendant union is raising questions about what happens to privacy after a company goes belly up and AI swoops in.

https://www.forbes.com/sites/suzannerowankelleher/2026/08/18/google-train-ai-spirit-airlines-data/

Portland's teachers' union has initiated a class action grievance against the school district. This action follows the issuance of layoff notices to at least 82 teachers. The union asserts that many of these notices violate established layoff procedures. The district disputes this characterization, citing complex review processes for seniority and qualifications. A significant budget shortfall is driving these planned reductions.

Portland, OR

https://www.kptv.com/2026/06/09/portland-teachers-union-files-class-action-grievance-over-district-wide-layoffs/

Portland State University has finalized its layoff plan, reducing the number of affected faculty and academic staff. The university will now eliminate 36 positions, a decrease from the previously announced 52. These cuts are part of a larger strategy to address a significant budget shortfall. While some positions were spared due to retirements and resignations, union leaders remain concerned about the university's long-term financial sustainability. The affected employees will continue working until their respective end dates in 2026 or 2027.

Portland, Oregon

https://www.opb.org/article/2026/07/21/portland-state-university-layoffs-oregon-education/

United Auto Workers members at John Deere will vote on a proposed two-year contract extension this Sunday. The agreement aims to provide stability for both the company and its employees. Details of the proposed contract have not been fully disclosed. Union leadership is expected to present the terms to the membership. The outcome of the vote will determine the future labor relations at Deere.

Moline, Illinois

https://www.kwqc.com/video/2026/08/22/deere-uaw-members-vote-sunday-proposed-two-year-contract-extension/?outputType=amp

Northeast CZW tech who are being forced into the Union are getting their comp sheets in September and will have 30 days to decide if they will be joining the Union or will be laid off by the end of year

Is this actually legal to force employees into the Union?

The city of Sacramento is planning to lay off or demote 37 employees to address a significant budget shortfall. A majority of these separations will impact park maintenance workers across 26 positions. Other affected departments include the Office of Public Safety Accountability and the city manager's office. The city is attempting to close a $66 million budget gap. Union representatives argue these layoffs will not solve the deficit and will harm essential services.

Sacramento, California

https://www.sacbee.com/news/local/article315644729.html

The current rumor now puts a EISP offer potentially in October for 4th quarter.But let’s face it the union people costs are already built in the expense for the next 4 years.The company knows by the then most will leave empty handed.So what I hear in New Jersey especially with Multiple fiber builds going along with many different network transformation projects there will not be some across the board massive EISP offered .The head count is not there any longer along .Coupled with the fact the company has the ability to just shuffle people around pretty much to anywhere in the State they need them to work the projects.The 30 mile rule the way it’s laid out would take you border to border in any direction.I have no idea about NY they may be different.Along with more then likely a number of offers to inside type people .So good luck ,but don’t hold your breath or base your future off Rumors of a huge pay day .

Courage to care. Fired conductor of 8 years due to attendance. Disability appointments not approved. Points to dismissal. Marine / army wife with disability Courage to care Union Pacific. Semper Fidelis not……….

So latest rumor mill puts a union associate EISP offer off till October .Then off payroll date December.Also it will be a few Hundred and targeted by craft and location !!Not across board!!No clue what else is up but we will see

Fresno Unified School District is implementing workforce reductions affecting over 200 employees due to declining enrollment and budget concerns. The school board approved measures to eliminate certificated positions and place classified employees on notice for layoff or displacement. A "bumping" system allows senior employees to take roles held by less senior staff, potentially preserving employment for many. District leaders state these cuts are necessary to stabilize finances and protect student services. The teachers' union has opposed the reductions, citing district reserves.

Fresno, CA

https://abc30.com/post/fusd-employees-may-have-bump-others-job-keep-own/19091174/

The Minnesota Star Tribune has implemented layoffs and buyouts affecting 24 union employees. These reductions are part of a larger company-wide initiative to decrease its workforce by approximately 15 percent. Most of the affected positions were within the newsroom, leading to an 11 percent reduction in news staff. However, no core news-gathering roles like reporters or photographers were eliminated. The company stated these changes are aimed at positioning the organization for long-term sustainability as a digital media company.

Minneapolis, Minnesota

https://www.mprnews.org/story/2026/06/24/minnesota-star-tribune-eliminates-24-union-jobs

Anyone know when the union pulse is coming out? I have some feedback I’d love to share with my 3rd-4th liner.

Ontario hospitals are experiencing severe financial strain due to provincial underfunding, leading to staff shortages and reduced care quality. A report highlights that Ontario funds its hospitals at the lowest per capita rate in Canada. This deficit impacts daily operations, forcing hospitals to seek external funding. The situation is exacerbated by an aging population and increased demand for complex medical services. Unions are advocating for increased provincial investment to ensure adequate patient care and hospital sustainability.

Oshawa, Ontario

https://www.durhamregion.com/news/lakeridge-hospital-struggles-with-layoffs-cuts-overcrowding/article_051c2c5b-7c57-5735-8b9f-ec1142426704.html

Hundreds of San Francisco city employees rallied and marched to protest proposed budget cuts and layoffs. Mayor Daniel Lurie plans to eliminate 500 positions due to a significant projected deficit. The cuts will affect various city services, including youth and senior clinics, and programs aimed at reducing violent crime. Some workers and patients expressed anger and concern over the impact of these decisions. Union members plan further action before a health department meeting.

San Francisco, California

https://www.ktvu.com/news/it-honestly-felt-like-disrespectful-punch-gut-sf-nurse-says-hundreds-protest-127-city-layoffs