LOUISVILLE, Ky. — GE Appliances and IUE-CWA Local 83761, the local union, leadership have reached an agreement on a revised three-year labor contract proposal, GE announced Monday.
What You Need To Know
- GE Appliances, union reach agreement on revised three-year labor contract proposal
- Agreement still needs to be ratified by Appliance Park's union members
- Majority of union members must vote to accept
- Ratification vote to be held Oct. 29
The agreement still needs to be ratified by Appliance Park's 4,100 union members.
“The negotiating team and I are proud that this new agreement addresses the concerns of our members by providing even better wages and benefits,” said Dino Driskell, president of IUE-CWA Local 83761. “We believe it is the best possible contract, and we fully endorse it to the membership for ratification. Over the next week, we’ll be out on the shop floor explaining the details to the membership, so they clearly see the gains in this contract.”
Rob Fritz, GE Appliance's chief negotiator, explained some of what is included in the new agreement.
“Over the last month, we have had very constructive dialogue with the IUE-CWA negotiating team,” said Fritz. “As a result, this agreement has wage gains, no increases in payroll contributions for healthcare for three years, additional flexibility to manage work and personal life, and other added benefits. This contract helps Appliance Park remain competitive and provides a great pay and benefits package for our employees.”
GE Appliances released more details about the proposed contract, which includes a $1,500 payment this December, night shift bonuses, Paid Parental Leave benefits, and more.
For ratification, a majority of union members must vote to accept. The ratification vote will be held later this week on Oct. 29.