The Journal. Why 33,000 Boeing Workers Walked Off the Job
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Sep 16, 2024 Sharon Terlep, a WSJ reporter specializing in labor issues, dives deep into the ongoing strike involving 33,000 Boeing workers. She discusses the rising tensions and frustrations that led to this conflict, including financial pressures and workers’ demands for better terms. The passionate atmosphere among employees during contract negotiations is palpable. Terlep highlights Boeing's financial struggles and the implications of the strike for both production and the future of labor in the aviation industry.
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2008 Strike and Relocation
- In 2008, Boeing workers went on strike, costing the company billions.
- This secured a favorable contract, but Boeing later moved 787 Dreamliner production to non-unionized South Carolina.
Union Concessions
- Boeing's move to South Carolina weakened the union's bargaining power.
- Subsequent concessions included giving up pensions and accepting below-inflation wage increases.
Worker Demoralization
- The MAX crashes and other incidents demoralized workers.
- They believe cost-cutting led to inadequate training and excessive overtime.