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Canada border agent strike averted, for now
The union representing border agents called off job action until further notice as mediated talks will continue until Wednesday.
By Larry Avila • June 7, 2024 -
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Supply chain and management woes: Huy Fong Foods’ sriracha shortage strikes again
One of the most popular hot sauce makers in the U.S. has stopped its production again citing difficulty in sourcing and labor.
By Alexandra Frost • June 6, 2024 -
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TrendlineHow manufacturers are approaching workforce development
A wave of tech and investment changes are reshaping how manufacturers strategize around workforce recruitment and training. Read up on the latest trends.
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Stanley Black and Decker fined $222K for safety violations at Ohio plant
The Department of Labor began investigating the Willard facility after a worker suffered severe burns while repairing an industrial oven.
By Sara Samora • June 6, 2024 -
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LGBTQ+ workers face a substantial pay gap, Glassdoor says
Unadjusted, the gap is similar to the pay gap between men and women, though LGBTQ+ workers are disproportionately represented in some industries.
By Kathryn Moody • June 6, 2024 -
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Spirit AeroSystems names new CFO
The Boeing supplier tapped former Time Warner Cable CFO Irene Esteves as its new finance chief, following Mark Suchinski’s resignation.
By Sara Samora • June 5, 2024 -
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Hyundai supplier site illegally jointly employed a 13-year-old: DOL
In a statement, the automaker said the agency used “an unprecedented legal theory” to hold it accountable for the actions of its suppliers.
By Ryan Golden • June 4, 2024 -
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US finds labor rights denial at Volkswagen plant in Mexico
Trade and labor officials found employees were denied freedom of association and collective bargaining rights after a recent union election.
By Haley Cawthon • June 3, 2024 -
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High interest rates are stalling manufacturing growth: May PMI
With the Federal Reserve unlikely to cut rates this summer, manufacturers aren't keen to invest in new orders or capacity.
By Kate Magill • June 3, 2024 -
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Boeing ratifies new contract with firefighter union
The deal with the International Association of Fire Fighters union comes amid Boeing's ongoing contract negotiations with its machinists union.
By Sara Samora • June 3, 2024 -
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Niacet Specialty Chemicals to expand New York facility
The Niagara Falls plant will produce a critical substance for chip manufacturers' supply chain.
By Sara Samora • May 31, 2024 -
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Caterpillar to pay $800K discrimination settlement
The Department of Labor found the manufacturer discriminated against 60 Black applicants at its Decatur, Illinois, factory.
By Joelle Anselmo • May 31, 2024 -
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Kenya could be first African country to receive CHIPS funding
The U.S. is proposing $1 million in funds to grow Kenya's semiconductor industry and workforce.
By Joelle Anselmo • May 30, 2024 -
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PPG to build $225M OEM paint and coating facility in Tennessee
The Loudon, Tennessee, facility is part of the company’s $300 million investment to expand its manufacturing presence in North America as automaker demand grows.
By Sara Samora • May 30, 2024 -
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Campbell Soup consolidates manufacturing footprint, lays off 415 workers
The soup and snacks maker also said it would invest $230 million in newer, more agile facilities as part of improvements to its supply chain.
By Christopher Doering • May 29, 2024 -
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UAW challenges outcome of Mercedes-Benz vote
The union claims the automaker interfered with the election by discriminating against Alabama plant workers who supported unionization.
By Haley Cawthon • May 29, 2024 -
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How manufacturers are reskilling factory workers for AI adoption
Companies are leveraging the metaverse and augmented reality to train workers to use artificial intelligence for assembly and maintenance tasks.
By Sakshi Udavant • May 28, 2024 -
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HNI to shutter North Carolina textile plant, lay off 221
The furnishing and textile maker is trying to cut millions in costs after its acquisition of Kimball International last year.
By Sara Samora • May 28, 2024 -
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Deere lowers profit outlook as equipment sales slow
The company is cutting production as high interest rates, weather volatility and other factors weigh on demand for tractors and lawnmowers.
By Nathan Owens • May 23, 2024 -
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Land O’Frost to close Illinois plant, lay off 215 workers
The plant produced the company’s DaBecca Natural Foods brand, and will shift production to other facilities in its national network.
By Joelle Anselmo • May 23, 2024 -
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Deere lays off 190 more workers at Iowa plant
The farm machinery maker has notified 500 employees about job cuts since March as it slows production at its Waterloo facility.
By Nathan Owens • May 22, 2024 -
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Kohler opens bath and shower fixtures facility in Arizona
The company is in talks with the Department of Energy to receive up to $51.2 million for decarbonizing the Casa Grande plant.
By Sara Samora • May 22, 2024 -
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Employers should include workers in AI plans, DOL says
The agency outlined a list of eight “AI Principles for Developers and Employers,” following up on a 2023 directive from the White House.
By Ryan Golden • May 21, 2024 -
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Mercedes-Benz workers in Alabama vote against joining UAW
The United Auto Workers did not say it would challenge Friday's election results.
By Haley Cawthon • May 20, 2024 -
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Spirit AeroSystems to cut jobs at Kansas plant
The Boeing and Airbus supplier blamed the cuts on high inventory levels as its deliveries plunged last quarter.
By Sara Samora • May 20, 2024 -
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Shein factory employees work 75-hour weeks for low wages: report
Following allegations from human rights group Public Eye, the fast fashion giant said it invests tens of millions of dollars into strengthening its supply chain governance and compliance.
By Laurel Deppen • May 16, 2024
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