IAM, Pratt & Whitney fail to find solution, strike continues
The strike started on May 4.
State leaders to advocate for employees as Pratt & Whitney strike enters fifth day
IAM President Wayne McCarthy released the following statement:
'On May 4th, 80% of our members rejected the company's last, best, and final offer. It is now incumbent upon Pratt and Whitney and the RTX executives to address our 3 core issues. Job Security, Retirement Security, and Wage Security. This year, we are celebrating the 100th anniversary of Pratt and Whitney's founding in the state of Connecticut. Our members look forward to securing a fair agreement so that we can return to work. Then, we can all celebrate together as we deliver on our Military and Commercial Airline customers unprecedent demand for the Engines and parts that we produce right here in Connecticut. The Union's negotiating committee stands ready to have substantive discussions with the company's negotiating team. Our committee can be ready within an hours' notice. That puts the ball squarely into the company's court.'
In response to the strike, Pratt & Whitney announced that striking employees will not be eligible for pay or benefits, but that the company is extending benefits coverage for two weeks.
Striking employees received their final full paycheck on May 8.
Pratt & Whitney strike enters second day
Pratt & Whitney released the following statement:
'Connecticut IAM-employees rejected the Company's final contract offer and voted to strike. Striking employees aren't eligible for pay or benefits. However, Pratt & Whitney extended benefits coverage for two weeks to allow for employees to make alternate arrangements. We look forward to resuming negotiations for a mutually beneficial new contract that continues to secure these high paying, high-skilled manufacturing jobs here in Connecticut.'
A full letter sent to IAM Union members can be read below:
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