We are the United Steelworkers, North America’s largest industrial union. We’re 1.2 million members and retirees strong in the United States, Canada and the Caribbean. We proudly represent men and women who work in nearly every industry there is.
Both our National and Local Agreements with Kaiser Permanente are listed below.
Both our National and Local Agreements with Kaiser Permanente are listed below.
Our National Agreement is the embodiment of National Bargaining between Kaiser Permanente and the Alliance of Health Care Unions (consisting of union representation from across the nation).
Our National Agreement is the embodiment of National Bargaining between Kaiser Permanente and the Alliance of Health Care Unions (consisting of union representation from across the nation).
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Our Local Agreement is specifically used for purposes within USW Local 7600 service areas.
Our Local Agreement is specifically used for purposes within USW Local 7600 service areas.
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/Note: Contract dates say 2005-2010, but this is the current collective bargaining agreement./
/Note: Contract dates say 2005-2010, but this is the current collective bargaining agreement./
make some of those vital products at their factory in Coshocton. The McWane facility produces ductile iron pipe used in water infrastructure, as well as utility poles used to provide electrical power to communities throughout the United States.
make some of those vital products at their factory in Coshocton. The McWane facility produces ductile iron pipe used in water infrastructure, as well as utility poles used to provide electrical power to communities throughout the United States.
From the beginning, when raw, mostly recycled, materials are melted down, through the casting machines and annealing oven, to the finishing area where pipes are put through tests, painted and prepared for shipping, USW members play a central role throughout the pipe-making process.
From the beginning, when raw, mostly recycled, materials are melted down, through the casting machines and annealing oven, to the finishing area where pipes are put through tests, painted and prepared for shipping, USW members play a central role throughout the pipe-making process.
This page covers answers to questions about strikes, picket lines and certain job-related issues. Please scroll through the page to see all of the sections.
PICKETING FAQ's
Where do I go to picket?
You should go to your work site unless you work from home or you were told a different location.
I work from home. Where do I go?
You may have gotten a text message from the union about your picket line assignment. If you don’t have that information, go to the closest medical center.
What time do I show up to picket?
You should show up at the start time of your typical work shift. We want everyone to show up in force for the first 3 days so come join us even if you don’t typically work. If you are on a rotating shift or you are on call, you should show up at a time based on the month of your birthday:
07:00 a.m. = January, February, March, April 11:00 a.m. = May, June, July, August 03:00 p.m. = September, October, November, December
For facilities that are 24 hours (Fontana and Ontario Medical Centers) you may also chose a 7 p.m., 11 p.m. or 3 a.m. shift.
Anything I need to know about going to the picket line?
Picket lines are how we show the community and KP our solidarity and strength. We want to ensure our pickets are organized, disciplined and family-friendly.
Our Picket Captains are responsible for ensuring the safety of our members, supporters and patients, making sure our lines don’t interrupt patient care or medical transport. They are available to help answer questions, handle incidents and track picketing activity.
Can kids and family members join us on the picket line?
Absolutely. We need to make sure our picket lines are a fun and safe place to be. Our Community Outreach and Membership Engagement Committee is planning family days on the picket line. Stay tuned!
In the event you are quarantined and want to request a transfer (bid) please call (330) 471-5012 and leave a message with the opening, your name, clock number and phone number. This manner of bidding should only be used for anyone who cannot enter the plant or security services to place a bid due to quarantine protocols. A list of bids will be posted here as soon as the company provides it. Thank you and be safe out there. A contract update will be posted tomorrow so stay tuned.
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In the event you are quarantined and want to request a transfer (bid) please call (330) 471-5012 and leave a message with the opening, your name, clock number and phone number. This manner of bidding should only be used for anyone who cannot enter the plant or security services to place a bid due to quarantine protocols. A list of bids will be posted here as soon as the company provides it. Thank you and be safe out there. A contract update will be posted tomorrow so stay tuned.
In the event you are quarantined and want to request a transfer (bid) please call (330)471-5012 and leave a message with the opening, your name, clock number and phone number. This manner of bidding should only be used for anyone who cannot enter the plant or security services to place a bid due to quarantine protocols. A list of bids will be posted here as soon as the company provides it. Thank you and be safe out there. A contract update will be posted tomorrow so stay tuned.
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In the event you are quarantined and want to request a transfer (bid) please call (330) 471-5012 and leave a message with the opening, your name, clock number and phone number. This manner of bidding should only be used for anyone who cannot enter the plant or security services to place a bid due to quarantine protocols. A list of bids will be posted here as soon as the company provides it. Thank you and be safe out there. A contract update will be posted tomorrow so stay tuned.
In the event you are quarantined and want to request a transfer (bid) please call (330) 471-5012 and leave a message with the opening, your name, clock number and phone number. This manner of bidding should only be used for anyone who cannot enter the plant or security services to place a bid due to quarantine protocols. A list of bids will be posted here as soon as the company provides it. Thank you and be safe out there. A contract update will be posted tomorrow so stay tuned.
Le 23 septembre 2021 - Au cours de la semaine précédente, les membres de la Section locale 1944 du Syndicat des Métallos devraient avoir reçu une trousse contenant les instructions de vote ainsi qu’un NIP unique pour le prochain vote de nomination du Syndicat international des Métallos le mercredi 29 septembre.
Ce vote déterminera, si applicable, quels sont les membres nominés par la Section locale 1944 pour les postes du Bureau exécutif international du Syndicat des Métallos. Vous pouvez voir un exemple de trousse de vote ici.
La Section locale a reçu de la part des membres de la Section locale 1944 plusieurs formulaires de nomination avant la date limite du 7 septembre, désignant les personnes suivantes pour la mise en nomination du 29 septembre aux postes suivants du Bureau exécutif international du Syndicat des Métallos :
Candidat au poste de Président international : Thomas M. Conway
Candidat au poste de Secrétaire-trésorier international : John E. Shinn
Candidat au poste de Vice-président international (Administration) : David McCall
Candidat au poste Vice-président international (Relations humaines) : Fred Redmond
Candidat au poste de Directeur national pour le Canada : Marty Warren
Candidat au poste Vice-présidente internationale hors-cadre : Roxanne Brown
Candidat au poste de Vice-présidente internationale : Leeann Foster
Candidats au poste de Directeur du District 3 du Syndicat des Métallos : Stephen Hunt, Scott Lunny
Aucune nomination n’a été reçue pour le Directeur du District 5 ni pour le Directeur du District 6.
Pour les postes n’indiquant qu’un seul nom sur le bulletin de vote, les membres voteront « Oui » ou « Non » pour nominer cette personne. Pour les postes indiquant deux noms sur le bulletin, les membres voteront soit pour que le candidat de leur choix devienne le candidat de la Section locale, soit pour l’option « Aucun candidat ».
Les trousses de vote ont été remises à Postes Canada le mardi 14 septembre, et leur livraison à travers le Canada peut prendre jusqu’à 10 jours. Si vous n’avez pas encore reçu votre trousse et que vous êtes admissible à participer au scrutin, veuillez contacter le service d’assistance téléphonique pour électeurs(trices) afin d’obtenir de l’aide. Le personnel du centre d’assistance vous demandera de confirmer votre identité et vous fournira un nouveau NIP.
Le service d’assistance téléphonique pour électeurs(trices) peut être joint au 1-888-281-8683 aux dates et heures suivantes :
Les 27 et 28 septembre de 10 h 00 à 18 h 00 (Heure de l’Est)
September 23, 2021 - Over the last week, USW Local 1944 members should have received a package containing voting instructions and a unique PIN for the upcoming USW International Election nomination vote on Wednesday, September 29th.
This vote will determine who, if anyone, Local 1944 nominates for offices of the USW International Executive Board. A sample voting package can be viewed here.
The Local received several nomination forms from Local 1944 members by the September 7th deadline, putting the following individuals on the September 29th nomination ballot for the indicated USW International Executive Board positions:
Candidate for International President: Thomas M. Conway
Candidate for International Secretary-Treasurer: John E. Shinn
Candidate for International Vice President (Administration): David McCall
Candidate for International Vice President (Human Affairs): Fred Redmond
Candidate for National Director of Canada: Marty Warren
Candidate for International Vice President at Large: Roxanne Brown
Candidate for International Vice President: Leeann Foster
Candidate for District 3 Director: Stephen Hunt, Scott Lunny
No nominations were received for District 5 Director or District 6 Director.
In the case of a position with one name on the nomination ballot, members will be voting “Yes” or “No” to nominate that individual. In the case of a position with two names on the ballot, members will be voting whether they wish one or the other candidate to be the Local’s nominee, or whether they would prefer “No nominee”.
Packages were delivered to Canada Post on Tuesday, September 14th and can take up to 10 days to be delivered across Canada. If you have not received your voting package and are eligible to vote, please call the Voter HelpLine for assistance. The staff at the Voter HelpLine will verify your identity and provide you with a new PIN.
The Voter HelpLine can be reached at 1-888-281-8683 during the following hours:
September 27th-28th from 7:00 am to 3:00 pm (PT)
September 29th from 5:00 am to 8:00 pm (PT)
Voting will take place on Wednesday, September 29th between 5:00 am and 8:00 pm (Pacific Time).
Please follow the instructions in your voting package.
Thank you for taking part in our Union’s democratic process.
