Manufacturing

The United Mine Workers of America proudly represents thousands of manufacturing workers across the nation. Whether workers at a firearms manufacturer like Remington Arms in Ilion, NY, a laminator operator in Caldwell, OH, or a worker building steel beams in Uniontown, PA, the union is there to ensure a safe working environment, job security, good benefits, and a fair wage.

Do you work in manufacturing and are looking for a safer work environment with a fair wage and voice in your workplace?

If you would like to learn more about the benefits of being a UMWA member? Fill out the contact form below! A UMWA Representative will communicate with you confidentially about your interest and answer any questions you may have!

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    Oct. 22, 2024

    SPARKZ and UMWA Announce $9.8 Million Department of Energy Grant for First-of-a-Kind Domestic Lithium Battery Material Production Facility in West Virginia

    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE OCTOBER 22, 2024   [BRIDGEPORT, W.V.] SPARKZ an innovative next-generation battery manufacturer, and the United Mine Workers…

    Jun. 16, 2023

    UMWA Members Ratify Contract at Rem Arms in Ilion, New York

    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE JUNE 16, 2023   UMWA Members Ratify Contract at Rem Arms in Ilion, New York [TRIANGLE, VA.]…

    Apr. 28, 2023

    UMWA reaches tentative collective bargaining agreement with Rem Arms Inc. in Ilion, New York

    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE APRIL 28, 2023   UMWA reaches tentative collective bargaining agreement with Rem Arms Inc. in Ilion, New…

    May 25, 2022

    Electric battery maker, coal union announce WVa labor pact

    SOURCE: Washington Post DATE: May 24, 2021 BY: John Raby CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The energy startup SPARKZ said Tuesday it…

    SPARKS

    SPARKZ, the next-generation battery manufacturer re-engineering the battery supply chain, and the United Mine Workers of America announced today they have signed a memorandum of understanding establishing a labor-management agreement that would mark one of the largest climate-tech union workforce partnerships in the United States.

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    SPARKS

    SPARKZ, the next-generation battery manufacturer re-engineering the battery supply chain, and the United Mine Workers of America announced today they have signed a memorandum of understanding establishing a labor-management agreement that would mark one of the largest climate-tech union workforce partnerships in the United States.

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    “The Newport Rolling Mill”

    The Urichsville, Ohio rolling mill, historically known as “The Newport Rolling Mill” (Newport) was founded in 1964, by IMCO Recycling, Inc. (IMCO) to expand its aluminum recycling capacity. In 2004, IMCO merged with Commonwealth Industries, Inc. to become Aleris Rolled Products, Inc. (Aleris).

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    “The Newport Rolling Mill”

    The Urichsville, Ohio rolling mill, historically known as “The Newport Rolling Mill” (Newport) was founded in 1964, by IMCO Recycling, Inc. (IMCO) to expand its aluminum recycling capacity. In 2004, IMCO merged with Commonwealth Industries, Inc. to become Aleris Rolled Products, Inc. (Aleris).

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    Become a UMWA Activist!

    Workers are struggling all across the world to fight for safe working conditions, fair wages, and decent benefits.  It is important for all union brothers and sisters to come together in solidarity. United We Stand! Fill out "Sign Up for E-mail Updates“, and you will be added to the UMWA Activist Team where you will receive the most up-to-date information about our Legislation, COMPAC, and other important UMWA information. We just need a little more information from you!

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    Become a UMWA Activist!

    Workers are struggling all across the world to fight for safe working conditions, fair wages, and decent benefits.  It is important for all union brothers and sisters to come together in solidarity. United We Stand! Fill out "Sign Up for E-mail Updates“, and you will be added to the UMWA Activist Team where you will receive the most up-to-date information about our Legislation, COMPAC, and other important UMWA information. We just need a little more information from you!

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