RENTON, Wash. — Nearly 50 days into a strike that has crippled the company’s operations, the union representing its machinists and Boeing had a “productive face-to-face” meeting Tuesday, according to the International Association of Machinists District 751.
The union shared an update on social media late Tuesday night, but did not offer any details on where negotiations stand. Last week, machinists voted down a new contract offer from Boeing by 64%.
“Acting Secretary Su returned to Seattle Monday night and will be heading out today. During her trip, she hosted the company and union at a DOL office in Seattle to support continued talks,” a U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) spokesperson told KING 5 on Wednesday morning.
KING 5 spoke with a man, Matt O’Brien, on Tuesday who explained why he is striking for the fifth time against Boeing.
“I think if they bring up our sign-in bonus to ten grand, raise our AMP and raise our VIP for the young …