Factory Workers" New Perk: Job Security
A yearslong decline in the number of layoffs is providing a renewed level of job security to factory workers, who had seen their ranks thin since the late 1970s......»»
Some Tesla factory workers realized they were laid off when security scanned their badges and sent them back on shuttles, sources say
Some Tesla factory workers realized they were laid off when security scanned their badges and sent them back on shuttles, sources say.....»»
Tesla layoffs impacted nearly 12% of its Texas staff
Tesla laid off 2,688 workers at its Austin factory, according to a WARN notice. It's likely part of Elon Musk's previously announced jobcuts. Elon Musk during th.....»»
Tesla needs to focus on the Model 2 instead of its risky robotaxi in order to reverse a 30% stock skid, Wedbush says
"If robotaxis is viewed as the 'magic model' to replace Model 2 we would view this as a debacle negative for the Tesla story," Wedbush said. Tesla is raising pay for workers in its Nevada factory.San Francisco Chronicle/Hearst Newspape.....»»
Illinois Jeep Factory Set To Lay Off 1,600 Workers Amid Global Semiconductor Shortage
Illinois Jeep Factory Set To Lay Off 1,600 Workers Amid Global Semiconductor Shortage A Jeep Cherokee factory is cutting 1,600 jobs in Northern Illinois as the auto industry continues to struggle with the global shortag.....»»
Exclusive: Workers in Factory That Makes Kate Hudson’s Fabletics Activewear Allege Rampant Sexual and Physical Abuse
The company publicly promotes social justice causes, but a TIME-Fuller Project investigation reveals horrific working conditions in its factory Published in partnership wi.....»»
Food brands spent last year worrying about COVID outbreaks at their factories snarling production. Here"s what Chobani and others are doing now to get their workforces vaccinated.
Chobani joins the list of food companies, including Bolthouse and Tyson, that are incentivizing factory workers to get vaccinated, including on-site. .....»»
After Elon Musk opened Tesla"s Bay Area factory against local rules, around 450 workers got COVID-19
After Elon Musk opened Tesla"s Bay Area factory against local rules, around 450 workers got COVID-19.....»»
Airport security firm HSS to lay off workers in Orlando
The airport has continued to see flight activity despite the pandemic......»»
Coty to shutter German fragrance factory, 300 workers impacted
Coty Inc. said Wednesday that it will close its manufacturing facility in Cologne, Germany, a move aimed at increasing efficiency and generating savings. The factory produces fragrance products, employing 300 workers. The closure will be complete.....»»
Photos show increased security measures at the US Capitol in the days following the deadly insurrection by Trump supporters
The National Guard plans to deploy 10,000 troops to Washington by Saturday ahead of Biden's inauguration. Workers erect a security fence around the U.S. Capitol in Washington on January 7, 2021. REUTERS/Jonathan Ernst Photos show new securi.....»»
Encore: Eliminating Social Security provisions that reduce benefits for some state and local workers is not the way to help retirees
All state and local workers should be covered by Social Security.....»»
Google is offering its US employees free weekly COVID-19 tests that they can administer at home
All 90,000 US workers are eligible and can request up to two tests each week. Carsten Koall/Getty Images Google is offering its US workers a new perk: Free weekly COVID-19 testing kits. The Wall Street Journal first reported the ne.....»»
AOC calls Amazon jobs a "scam" because more than 4,000 of its employees are on food stamps
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez said many Amazon logistics roles provide no financial security because thousands of workers are on food stamps. Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez in the U.S. Capitol this month. Erin Scott/Reuters Rep......»»
Apple Supplier"s iPhone Factory Suffers $7M In Damages During Violent Worker Protests
Apple Inc (NASDAQ: AAPL) supplier Wistron Corporation suffered damages up to $7.12 million (NTD 200 million) in the ransacking of its plant by Indian workers, Reuters read more.....»»
iPhone Factory Vandalized By Workers In India Discontent Over Wages, Working Hours
An Apple Inc (NASDAQ: AAPL) supplier’s factory has been attacked by workers in India who claim they were brutally exploited, the Wall Street Journal re read more.....»»
Marlin Steel Wire Products grapples with employee anxieties while pressing on
Drew Greenblatt says Marlin Steel's 11 administrative workers have been staying at home while the factory's 30 staffers are manning the front line......»»
President Trump may let workers take Social Security early -- with a catch
Millions of Americans are desperate for financial relief right now. Could claiming Social Security well ahead of retirement age be the solution?.....»»
Elon Musk reportedly made the case directly to Trump in a phone call last month that restarting Tesla production would pose little risk to workers — and Trump said he agreed 100 percent (TSLA)
Evan Vucci / AP During a phone call with Donald Trump in April, Elon Musk made the case that reopening Tesla's Bay Area factory wouldn't pose a "significant risk," The Washington Post reported Tues.....»»
Tesla reportedly ignored a stern letter ordering it to cease operations (TSLA)
Associated Press An Alameda County official sent Tesla a letter Monday ordering it to stop operations as workers returned to the factory, according to the SF Chronicle. As of Tuesday, no further action had been taken against Tesla as it defies the l.....»»
U.S. auto workers return to assembly lines
Factory workers began returning to assembly lines in Michigan on Monday (May 11), paving the way to reopen the U......»»