More than 100 workers at Pinova Solutions, in Brunswick, Ga., have ratified their first contract and become members of a newly-chartered International Chemical Workers Council of the UFCW local – Local 1050C. The plant manufactures specialty resins and rosins from naturally-occurring sources for worldwide distribution and has been in operation for more than 100 years.
After voting in their new union, the bargaining team won substantial improvements at their workplace, including pay raises, guaranteed benefits, fair processes for promotions, and protections from unfair termination or discipline. Their new contract was ratified on June 25, 2015.
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Welcome 1050C/Pinova to the ICWUC/UFCW family. As we strive to assist you in maintaining a safe and healthy workplace your members may be eligible for scholarships to attend training at the ICWUC Center for Worker Health and Safety Education. Contact your Council Representative for more information.