Kroger to Limit Number of Customers in Stores

We’ve been fighting for the resources and job protections you need. Beginning April 7, Kroger will begin limiting the number of customers to 50% of building code capacity to allow for proper physical distancing. The number of customers will be monitored using QueVision. Should you have questions or need more information, contact your Union Representative.

Important Information on Safety Updates for Members at ConAgra, Tyson, Plumrose

Our country’s grocery, retail, pharmacy and food processing workers are working tirelessly during this outbreak to ensure families get the food and supplies they need. America’s food workers are on the front lines of the pandemic and play a critical role not just in the economy but in the healthy functioning and survival of our …

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An important update for members covered by Heartland Health and Wellness Fund

Thank you for all of your hard work and dedication to serving the public in these especially difficult times. We wanted to make sure you were aware of you aware of some important changes to your health care benefits. Heartland and its partners are making some services free during the COVID-19 situation. LifeHealth Online Co-Pay …

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Kroger Workers on Frontlines Get Additional Resources, Job Protections

Thank you for your hard work during this extraordinary time – grocery and food workers are on the frontlines of this national crisis. That’s why UFCW continues to push for you to get the resources and protections you need. We’ve been fighting for additional pay. Kroger workers will receive a one-time payment of $300 for …

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UFCW Members Continue to Provide Invaluable Service to Community

Let me begin by sincerely thanking you—and all our members—for everything you are doing to help your customers, our community, and your country through this unprecedented health crisis. You are on the frontlines of this crisis, and you are proving how invaluable your work is, and the vital role our union members play in times …

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Important Update for UFCW700 Members at Kroger re COVID-19

Our members are the best in the business – thanks to the grocery professionals of UFCW Local 700 for continuing to serve the public during these challenging times.  For our members working in Kroger stores: The Company is working on a new hiring process that will permit folks to start sooner in an effort to …

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Important Update from UFCW700 re Kroger Scheduling Policy

Today, UFCW Local 700 learned that Kroger unilaterally implemented a revised attendance policy. At no time did anyone from the Union sign off on or approve the policy. In the meantime, if you receive an occurrence under this policy, please let your Union Representative know immediately so they can take appropriate steps consistent with protecting …

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UFCW Local 700 Members Approve New Contract with Maple Leaf

Your UFCW Local 700 Union Negotiating Committee is proud to announce that members have overwhelmingly approved a new three-year agreement with Maple Leaf Farms for a contract covering about 130 workers. Together, we reached an agreement that will help create a better place to work and a more secure future for Maple Leaf workers and …

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UFCW Local 700 Union Scholarship Applications Available

UFCW Local 700 is proud to award $22,000 per year in scholarships to members or dependents. Applicants must be UFCW Local 700 members in good standing, or their legal dependents; have graduated or will graduate from high school or are currently enrolled in college or trade school; must have completed the SAT or ACT; and must be …

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UFCW Local 700 Endorses Christina Hale for Congress

United Food and Commercial Workers Union (UFCW) Local 700 announced their endorsement for Christina Hale in her race for United States Congress in Indiana’s 5th District. UFCW Local 700 represents nearly 14,000 workers in supermarkets and food packing, processing, and manufacturing plants and is part of the 1.3 million-member United Food and Commercial Workers International …

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