Union Workers Rally at Manufacturer Woodward MPC’s Niles Facility

Union workers rally at manufacturer Woodward MPC's Niles facility

Workers with aerospace manufacturer Woodward MPC joined a practice picket outside its Niles facility on Tuesday, as they urged the company to negotiate a new labor contract.The rally came after 71% of UAW Local 5101 members voted last week to authorize a strike. The union said Woodward has stalled contract negotiations for months and committed dozens of unfair labor practices, including disciplining workers and surveillance.Nearly 100 workers in…

Union workers rally at manufacturer Woodward MPC’s Niles facility

Workers with aerospace manufacturer Woodward MPC joined a practice picket outside its Niles facility on Tuesday, as they urged the company to negotiate a new labor contract. The rally came after 71% of UAW Local 5101 members voted last week to authorize a strike. The union said Woodward has stalled contract negotiations for months and committed dozens of unfair labor practices, including disciplining workers and surveillance. Nearly 100 workers …