Carol Tomé's Wrecking Ball
Layoffs. Building closures. Change of operations. Declining volume. This is just some of the havoc that Carol Tomé and her “Better, Not Bigger” business model are bringing to UPS. Why is it happening and what does it mean for UPS Teamsters?
UPS and IBT Settle Dispute Over Buyouts
UPS and the IBT have reached a negotiated settlement over the company’s Driver Choice Program. Under the agreement, drivers will be offered a $150,000 buyout by seniority order. The agreement also holds UPS to commitments to fill 30,000 new full-time jobs.
UPS Rescinds Buyout in the Central Region
UPS announced it is rescinding its buyout program in all local unions covered by the Central Region Supplement.
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UPS Announces Big Profits, Job Cuts
UPS announced it made $8.7 billion in profit last year on the same day that the company will reduce its workforce, primarily part-time positions. Why is this happening and how can Teamsters fight back?