More than 100 workers who forge essential components used on aircraft, drilling rigs and ships at the Jorgensen Forge Corp. plant in Tukwila, WA, have voted to join IAM District 751. By a 3-to-2 margin, workers who forge essential components used on aircraft, drilling rigs and ships have voted to join Machinists Union District Lodge
Read moreIAM International President Tom Buffenbarger has appointed has tapped District 947 Business Representative Jason Hardwick as the new Western Territory Communications Representative. “We are excited to welcome Jason to our staff,” said Western Territory GVP Gary Allen. “His positive attitude and unique skillset will be an asset to the Western Territory.” Serving as a Business
Read moreMark your calendar for the IAMAW Battle of the Boards Charity Cornhole Tournament to benefit Guide Dogs of America on Saturday, September 6, 2014 at Watkins Regional Park in Upper Marlboro, MD. Registration begins at 11 a.m. Bags fly at 1 p.m. The double-elimination tournament includes prizes and raffle tickets. There will also be a
Read moreIAM International President Tom Buffenbarger admires the interactive kiosk of photos and videos at the opening of the new Buffenbarger Library at the IAM’s Winpisinger Education Center. The library will be a resource for members to learn about how the IAM came through one of the most turbulent periods in IAM history under the leadership
Read moreIAM General Vice President Dora Cervantes, joined by IAM Western Territory General Vice President Gary Allen, left, and IAM Headquarters General Vice President Bob Martinez, Jr., right, was honored with the “Women’s Leadership Award” at the 20th National Labor Council for Latin American Advancement (LCLAA) Convention in Houston. IAM leaders and members from across the
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