News from UWUA Local 304
Dues Paid vs. Paying Dues
UWUA Local 304 has seen many changes in it's eleven years of existence, one of the most remarkable is the amount of retirees and new faces we've had. Many of the 'old-timers' who were around when 304 was organized are now gone, and not enough remain to inform and educate ...
Management Schemes Part 3 – Putting Together a Plan
Imagine this. The personnel manager calls a meeting with the union committee one day and makes the following announcement: "Because of increased external and internal competition, we have to make some changes around here. Starting next week, we will begin to implement direct flow technology with elements of kaizan layered ...
Management Schemes Part 2 – A Short Glossary of Terms
Every month it seems like there's a new management scheme introduced to the workforce. Like hula hoops, these fads come and go, but some have been around for awhile now. Even though many of these terms refer to manufacturing, a good number have been adopted for use in the service sector: Cell ...
Plant Closings (WARN and Warning Signs)
The (few) protections for workers facing plant closings Issues There are not many protections for U.S. workers facing a plant closing. Stewards and union officers must be familiar with the few that are available - especially the WARN act and similar state laws. The WARN act requires 60 days advance ...
Insubordination
Ella Bloor was having a bad day in the food co-op kitchen. Breakfast burritos sold out early, so she had to make more, making her late in getting the co-op’s signature cookies into the oven. The shipping and receiving supervisor came up to her and said, “Go move the ice ...
