MonkeyButt

We've already been doing that 4on 4off schedule at DTP for a few years now

As much as I hate cars (prefer big honking trucks) I bought a Fusion for the MPG and have put 87000+ miles on it in less than 2 years. Now if only I could hit the lottery

I didn't read the full article, but that GM worker isn't the only one doing the 1000 mile commute. I do the same thing. I was in same boat when Ford announced closing of TCAP. I chose to go to DTP to continue working toward my 30 yrs. I work my 4 12hr days and then drive from DTP back to Wisconsin to see my wife and kids for my 4 off days. Some times the drive really sucks (during winter weather), but some times the drive can be a peaceful escape from the stress of the whole situation before getting home. Not an ideal situation, but it is what it is.

hell, I'd tell Candy 'yes' to get the bj and then turn around and vote 'NO' anyway.... :shades:

The way I read it, "Its 'either/or' not both." We are already entitled to profit-sharing(until they decide to take that too) if there is any, but the bonus will only be paid if profit-sharing comes to less than $1000. If profit-sharing is $1000+ then the bonus they are dangling is nothing and there is no carrot for passing the new concessions. Not really much of an incentive is it?

Does this mean they are going to change the maintenance schedule again? Possibly back to the 4on 4off schedule that was in place a few months ago?

What is the change in definition of skilled trades workers that they're talking about?

Assembly plant downtime

Its hard for a bitter ass-clown like yourself not to be jealous of someone who can see the silver lining while laid-off. I don't know if you're in DTP Body, but if you are you're welcome to come over to the door line and discuss it. :slap:

What the fuck? The thread is called "Golf in Michigan". It's pretty obvious that it won't contain anything about current news or events pertaining to your job. You aren't required to read every thread when you come on here. Use your head, asshat!

I never said they came from anywhere. If you would read the post I was responding to, you would read the comment about "illegal immigrants and assimilation". That is what I agreed with. If anyone wants to come to the US, then by-all-means come. Just realize this new home has rules and traditions also. Fill out the necessary paperwork to become US citizens, follow our laws, and don't think that we have to change to accomidate you.

I was just posting an article stating that Tyson went back on taking away Labor Day, NOT defending them. Like you, I believe if you want to come to America so bad, then you should be willing to do it legally, be willing to assimilate, and not expect any F***ing handouts.

Tyson gives in Tyson plant adds Muslim holiday, keeps Labor Day SHELBYVILLE, Tenn. (AP) -- Union workers and officials at the Tyson Foods plant in Shelbyville, Tenn. have agreed to reinstate Labor Day as a paid holiday, but the plant will also observe a Muslim holiday this year. Tyson had previously agreed to drop Labor Day and substitute Eid al-Fitr as part of a new 5-year contract. The change was meant to accommodate Muslim workers at the plant. A news release on Friday from Tyson's corporate headquarters in Springdale, Ark., said the company requested reinstating Labor Day after some employees complained. For the remainder of the five-year contract, there will be eight paid holidays, including Labor Day and a personal holiday that can be used to observe Eid al-Fitr or another day the employee's supervisor approves.

Congrats. Sure wish I could have seen these extensions coming. I wouldn't have transferred if I had.

Are the skilled trades at DTP gonna be off the 2 scheduled down weeks? Heard they may be and will be forced to use vacation. Isn't it suppose to be lay-off/unemployment if the company had previously informed the union we were working? Don't know the exact in/outs of the situation.

Election Results

I came in on the 8th, but haven't received my check yet. Was told to go to payroll to sign for my stub, but when I got there, it couldn't be found. Was told there were a few that "slipped" through without being cut and to check back this week. Funny how they had a list of the ones that "slipped" through though. I had this same problem 1st time around, too. Something about a hold order (or whatever), but I have no alimony or childsupport to hold up the process. When I mentioned this, they went glassy-eyed and told me they didn't know what the holdup was then. Hopefully, they enjoy the interest they get from holding it longer, and it gets resolved soon.

Tuttle for sure!!

I'm not sure if thats the case, but I wouldn't be surprised. Probably so it could be denied for anyone taking an offered buyout in the next 60 days.

Could you please explain what you mean by 30-20-20 or 40-20-20?

Which dumbass are you referring to? We had plenty.

WOW Bored...you got Terrance Hill from "Nobody" fame going on. I likee :happy feet:

so what did you hear ED?

Have you considered that maybe its, "not that we're worth more than the previous group", but that they were undervalued and underappreciated when the 1st buyouts were offered?

I've heard various scenarios, but the highest was ... $100K + $3K/year of service. This maybe a way of encouraging older workers to take a buyout without having a "set" figure across the board.