Local 104 Drivers and Warehouse Workers
Demand a Fair Contract
PHOENIX, Aug. 14,
2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Members of Teamsters Local 104
working at Mondelēz International have unanimously authorized a
strike. The 100 percent strike authorization vote is a direct
result of the company's unacceptable contract offer, management's
use of aggressive intimidation tactics, and greedy executives'
refusal to bargain in good faith.
"I've dedicated over 19 years to this company, and all my
co-workers and I are asking for is a fair shake," said Steven Mattingly, a Mondelēz driver and member
of Local 104. "With the cost of living skyrocketing, our demands
are simple and just. We want the same pay and benefits that
Mondelēz provides its other workers across the country."
Local 104 members at Mondelēz are fighting back against the
company's shameful attempt to impose a two-tier health care plan
and demanding wages that keep pace with inflation.
"Greedy Mondelēz executives are recklessly trying to force our
members into accepting a subpar contract," said Josh Graves, Vice President of Local 104. "Let's
be clear: this company's CEO, Dirk Van de Put, raked in over
$21 million in executive
compensation. It is nothing short of disgraceful that one of the
wealthiest corporations in America is trying to shortchange the
workers who make it successful."
Mondelēz, the company responsible for iconic brands like Chips
Ahoy!, Oreo, Ritz, and Sour Patch Kids, reported over $26.5 billion in revenue last year, securing its
spot as the 108th largest corporation on the Fortune 500.
"This is a fight Mondelēz will lose," said Jeff Padellaro, Director of the Teamsters
Brewery, Bakery, and Soft Drink Conference. "Our members at
Mondelēz are united, and we are ready to stand shoulder to shoulder
until we secure the fair contract we deserve. These workers are not
asking for the moon—just for what they rightfully deserve."
Teamsters Local 104 represents workers throughout Arizona. For more information, go
to teamsterslocal104.com or follow us on Facebook
at facebook.com/ibtlu104.
Contact:
Daniel Moskowitz, (770)
262-4971
dmoskowitz@teamster.org
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