The United Steelworkers represents the most workers in the North American chemical industry. The chemical sector is one of the largest sectors within the international union with approximately 30,000 chemical workers being represented. The union’s chemical units include traditional chemical plants, petrochemical units and chemical end products manufacturing.
Members of the USW 3M Council began their Jan. 25 meeting mapping out a strategy for combating the chemical company’s attempts to change the pension structure they believe may be coming given a recent announcement regarding nonunion workers.
Known for his quick wit, formidable negotiating skills and unwavering devotion to justice and fairness, Conway served as the union’s president since his election in 2019, following 14 years of service as international vice president.
There were more than 200 delegates from 40 different countries representing various unions in the chemical industry around the world.
Three of the chemical council locals are heading into negotiations within the next few months, and the members are hoping to strategize and organize together as they enter a tough battle.
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