Gerdau recycling workers on strike
Workers behind recycling operations for Selkirk’s steel mill walked off the job last week, calling for higher wages. Unionized members voted to strike July 23, with a 92 per cent […]
Workers at Gerdau AmeriSteel Manitoba Metals recycling plant in Winnipeg have gone on strike, demanding higher wages. The unionized members, representing 78 employees, voted 92 percent in favor of the strike. Months of negotiations have failed to reach a new agreement, according to the United Steelworkers Local 8740. The union feels undervalued for their contributions, stating that the mill requires constant feeding and remains hungry.
Gerdau initially offered an $1,800 signing bonus but has yet to address the core issue of fair annual wage increases. The company has placed contingency plans to mitigate disruptions and emphasized its commitment to fair compensation and benefits while maintaining economic competitiveness. Meanwhile, six Peterbilt Manitoba technicians also began a strike in Winnipeg, citing a $3.50 per hour wage disparity compared to their colleagues at another location with the same posted door rate.
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