Our Union

"This is my first Union job. The first thing you notice is that now you have somebody to stand with you and the benefits are better. I've worked in past jobs with no insurance and no benefits. Because there's a Union, it's more organized here and when you need assistance, there are references to show you what you are entitled to. It's nice to know what the company can and can't do."

Debbie Gray, Local 9, Dock Worker, Rossford, Ohio

"Having a voice in the workplace has been a benefit for me, my family and my members. It allows me to negotiate a better contract and better working con­ditions without fear of reprisal. Most importantly, there isn't any favoritism when it comes to wages. I make the same pay as any other machine operator in my classification regardless of whether I'm liked or disliked."

"We all know that the Steelworkers Union has been good for our families and community. The USW has given us the tools to negotiate with management and to handle grievances and problems. They've improved our lives and our working conditions, too. Together we can accomplish so much more!"

Pam Phillips, Local 70, Public Employee, Portage, Indiana

"Safety is a big issue on our jobs. The Steelworkers Union sends our members to classes each year on scholarships to strengthen our skills. That may seem like a little thing, but to me it means a lot. Part of our job as elected Union officers is to protect the health and safety of the members, and we take that responsibility seriously."

Craig Cernie, Local 2635, Public Utility Worker, Johnstown, Pennsylvania

"I think as a whole the Union has done a lot of positive things for the employees. We have a voice to the point that the company has to listen. To sum it up, we should have had it a long time ago."

Lee R. Mackie, Local 9465, Glass Worker, Laurinburg, North Carolina

"Union benefits are a big plus. We know we're guaran­teed to get raises, vacations, paid holidays and a lot more. Having a Union gives you a way to make changes so your store is a better place to work."

Kevin Batters, Local 1408, Grocery Store Clerk, Mt. Pleasant, Pennsylvania