Boeing workers reject their latest contract offer, extending strike at three Midwest plants
Approximately 57% of 3,200 Boeing defense workers voted to reject a contract offering a 45% wage increase and $4,000 signing bonus, prolonging a strike that began in early August.
- Boeing workers have rejected a contract proposal, extending their strike at three Midwest plants, according to the union.
- Fifty-Seven percent of members voted against the proposal, the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers District 837 reported.
- The strike has been ongoing since August 4 and is smaller than last year's walkout by 33,000 workers.
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Boeing workers reject latest contract offer, extending strike at three Midwest plants
Another contract proposal has been rejected by Boeing workers who now have been on strike for nearly six weeks from three Midwest plants where military aircraft and weapons are developed.
Boeing workers reject contract, strike continues
KEY TAKEAWAYS: 3,200 Boeing workers strike at three Midwest plants over pay and benefits. Union says 57% voted against Boeing’s latest five-year contract proposal. Boeing threatens to hire permanent replacement workers while no talks are scheduled. Strike affects Defense, Space & Security division, which generates over one-third of company revenue. Another contract proposal has been rejected by Boeing workers who now have been on strike fo…
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