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7 stats that show how inflation, AI are reshaping employee expectations
2024’s talent trends will likely drive “seismic change” in the world of work, ADP research says.
By Kate Tornone • June 18, 2024 -
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Tupperware shutters only US manufacturing facility
The iconic food storage company will lay off nearly 150 employees as executives worry about its ability to continue operating.
By Joelle Anselmo • June 17, 2024 -
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Fixing engagement? Consider employee workload, report says
Heavy workloads can interfere with workers’ plans to use paid time off and vacation, may cause burnout too, said a McLean & Co. leader.
By Carolyn Crist • June 13, 2024 -
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Ineffective leadership poses biggest people risk to organizations, HR pros say
Poor succession planning and use of worker skills are worsened by bad management, according to a Mercer and Marsh report.
By Carolyn Crist • June 13, 2024 -
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Bridgestone laying off 118 workers in Des Moines, Iowa
The move comes as the tire manufacturer contends with falling demand across multiple continents.
By Kate Magill • June 13, 2024 -
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Rocket Lab to receive $24M in CHIPS funding, expand New Mexico plant
The funds will help double solar cell production at the aerospace component maker’s Albuquerque facility.
By Sara Samora • June 12, 2024 -
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Hino Motors to close Arkansas plant, lay off 1,300 workers
The truck and engine manufacturer plans to close its largest U.S. plant as it exits the auto parts business.
By Sara Samora • June 12, 2024 -
Courtesy of Ultium Cells.
UAW reaches tentative agreement with Ultium Cells’ Ohio facility
The deal includes increased wages for Lordstown workers, which most will see immediately upon ratification.
By Haley Cawthon • June 12, 2024 -
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Canadian border agents set Friday strike deadline
The Canadian border would remain open during a strike, but shippers should plan for longer processing times.
By Larry Avila • June 11, 2024 -
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Border agents reach tentative deal with Canadian government
Failing to reach a deal by Friday could have meant longer processing times for shippers.
By Larry Avila • June 11, 2024 -
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Ruiz Food Products to close California plant
The frozen food manufacturer will lay off 215 workers at its Tulare plant starting Aug. 30.
By Joelle Anselmo • June 10, 2024 -
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Chemours replaces CFO
Shane Hostetter succeeds Jonathan Lock, who resigned after an investigation found he and other top executives manipulated over $500 million in vendor payments.
By Sara Samora • June 10, 2024 -
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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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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 -
Courtesy of Caterpillar
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 -
Courtesy of U.S. Trade and Development Agency
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 -
Courtesy of PPG.
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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