Toyota Plant in Missouri Sees Union Drive Amid UAW Expansion
Wednesday, 6 March 2024, 16:37
Toyota Plant in Missouri Sees Union Drive Amid UAW Expansion
Approximately 30% of autoworkers at a Toyota engine manufacturer in Missouri have joined a union drive led by United Auto Workers (UAW). The UAW's efforts have already shown success in recent months, following significant gains during a strike involving the Big Three automakers.
Rising Interest in Unionizing
- The factory in Troy, Mo., follows union drives at other major automakers as employees strive for fair pay and better working conditions.
- Toyota employees attribute their support for the union to issues such as pay discrepancies and job insecurity.
Push for Fair Compensation
- Toyota raised wages after agreements with the UAW, prompting employees to seek similar benefits.
- Workers believe that despite Toyota's profits, they are being paid significantly less than unionized counterparts.
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