Approximately 3,200 members of the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) District 837 have voted to reject Boeing’s latest four-year labor agreement offer. The union members, who work at Boeing facilities in St. Louis, St. Charles, Missouri, and Mascoutah, Illinois, cast their votes on Sunday, August 3. This decision follows an earlier rejection of a previous proposal from Boeing on July 27.
As a result of the vote, workers are set to begin striking at midnight on Monday, August 4.
“IAM District 837 members have spoken loud and clear, they deserve a contract that reflects their skill, dedication, and the critical role they play in our nation’s defense,” said IAM District 837 Directing Business Representative Tom Boelling. “We stand shoulder to shoulder with these working families as they fight for fairness and respect on the job.”
“Our union is built on democracy, and our members have every right to demand a contract worthy of their contributions,” said IAM International President Brian Bryant. “We will be there on the picket lines, ensuring Boeing hears the collective power of working people.”
“IAM District 837 members build the aircraft and defense systems that keep our country safe,” said IAM Midwest Territory General Vice President Sam Cicinelli. “They deserve nothing less than a contract that keeps their families secure and recognizes their unmatched expertise.”
“Solidarity is our strength. This vote shows that when workers stand together, they can push back against corporate greed and fight for a better future for themselves and their families,” said IAM Resident General Vice President Jody Bennett. “We are proud to back our members every step of the way.”
IAM members at these locations assemble and maintain advanced military aircraft such as the F-15 and F/A-18 jets as well as missile and defense systems used by U.S. forces and allies.
The International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers represents about 600,000 active and retired employees across several industries in North America including aerospace, defense contracting, airlines, railroads, transit agencies, healthcare providers, automotive companies as well as other sectors throughout both Canada and the United States.
