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P.M. NEWS Wednesday 10-19-22
Over 300 members of the International Association of Machinists & Aerospace Workers local 1529 voted to approve a new 3 year Contract from Amphenol of Sidney this afternoon. Union Representative Kevin Weidman told WCDO News the issues of sick leave, & wage increases were included and the 2 tier system has been altered & will be phased out. 3rd shift workers will return to work at the Sidney facilities at 11:00 PM tonight.
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Over 300 members of the International Association of Machinists & Aerospace Workers local 1529 voted to approve a new 3 year Contract from Amphenol of Sidney this afternoon. Union Representative Kevin Weidman told WCDO News the issues of sick leave, & wage increases were included and the 2 tier system has been altered & will be phased out. 3rd shift workers will return to work at the Sidney facilities at 11:00 PM tonight.
Amphenol officials announced that they were committed to making sure that their employees are well compensated & they were surprised that the recent contract proposal was rejected in Saturday's vote, after weeks of discussions and intensive negotiations, with representatives of the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers Local 1529. Union Representative Kevin Weidman told WCDO News why 80% of the union members that voted, voted to strike:
(Kevin Weidman 10-18-22)
Weidman said that union members on the picket lines are humbled by the community support, Amphenol's officials stated that they are committed to immediately working to negotiate a reasonable resolution with the IAM.
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(Kevin Weidman 10-18-22)
Weidman said that union members on the picket lines are humbled by the community support, Amphenol's officials stated that they are committed to immediately working to negotiate a reasonable resolution with the IAM.
The Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce will have their next regular meeting tomorrow. Tuesday's meeting will begin at 7:30 am at the back of Bob's Diner. Chamber members are encouraged to attend.
A.M. NEWS Monday 10-17-22
The International Association of Machinists & Aerospace Workers Local #1529 voted on Saturday to strike against Amphenol in Sidney following the latest 3 year contract proposal. The vote was held Saturday morning at the Sidney School District, picket lines have been set up at the Amphenol plants. The Union's Website stated that the 700 striking workers are looking for a contract that improves healthcare and paid sick leave benefits, and eliminated the two-tier wage system currently in place.
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A.M. NEWS Monday 10-17-22
The International Association of Machinists & Aerospace Workers Local #1529 voted on Saturday to strike against Amphenol in Sidney following the latest 3 year contract proposal. The vote was held Saturday morning at the Sidney School District, picket lines have been set up at the Amphenol plants. The Union's Website stated that the 700 striking workers are looking for a contract that improves healthcare and paid sick leave benefits, and eliminated the two-tier wage system currently in place.
Amphenol Aerospace is hosting a recruitment fair at the Northeast Classic Car Museum in Norwich, NY on Saturday, August 20th. The event will run from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM, more information about job openings is available at amphenol-aerospace.acquiretm.com.
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