Machinists union votes on new Textron offer [Video]

WICHITA, Kan. (KSNW) – The machinist union began voting Saturday on Textron Aviation’s amended contract. Union members remain dissatisfied with the changes, saying they don’t address their main reasons for striking.

Workers have been on strike since Sept. 23. They voted to strike on Sept. 21

Depending on how the vote on Textron’s latest offer goes, it could last even longer. Textron called the contract that kicked off the strike its “best and final offer” and is now referring to this latest offer as that, too.

Stephanie Harder, vice president of communications for Textron, said in a press conference Friday that they remain dedicated to negotiating in good faith. She says that the current offer is the best path for workers and the company.

“[Negotiations] ultimately resulted in a contract offer we believe is fair in recognizing our employees’ contributions and setting us all up for long-term success,” Harder said.

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