Boeing Workers Vote to Strike After Rejecting Contract Deal

Strikes Could Disrupt Production of New 737 MAX

Union Members Seek Higher Wages and Better Working Conditions

Seattle, Washington - Members of the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) voted overwhelmingly to reject Boeing's latest contract offer and authorize a strike. The vote, held on November 17, 2023, was a significant development in the ongoing labor negotiations between the union and the aerospace giant.

The IAM represents over 25,000 Boeing workers in the Puget Sound region, including assemblers, mechanics, and engineers. The union has been pushing for higher wages, improved working conditions, and increased job security in the talks with Boeing.

Boeing has been under pressure to ramp up production of its new 737 MAX aircraft, which has been grounded for over two years following two fatal crashes. The company has hired thousands of new workers in recent months and is eager to avoid any disruptions to its production schedule.

The union has said that it is willing to strike if necessary to achieve its goals. A strike could have a major impact on Boeing's production plans and could potentially delay the delivery of new aircraft to customers.

The two sides are expected to continue negotiating in the coming days. However, if a deal cannot be reached, a strike could begin as early as next week.