Every worker signed a petition in support of the negotiating committee and wore UE buttons and daily sticker messages as an expression of unity. Shift premiums are increased by 10 cents for a total of 50 cents on the swing shift and 60 cents on the graveyard shift. The settlement provides for three days personal or emergency use of earned vacation time without loss of the attendance bonus. Workers will now be able to use vacation time one day at a time. The contract significantly improves promotions and bumping rights.
New language protects members from any reduction in insurance benefit levels.
These Local 1421 members also won 1 hour straight-time pay for physical exams, which were previously completely on workers' own time. The negotiating committee consisted of Chief Steward Gary Edwards, Bryan Martindale and Keith Mills . They were assisted by UE Field Org. F ernando Losada and Intl. Rep. Leanna Noble .