Schnellecke Logistics Workers Vote to Unionize with UAW in Historic Win

The workforce at Schnellecke Logistics has decided to align with the United Auto Workers (UAW) following a National Labor Relations Board election, concluding with a 2-1 vote ratio. The tally reached 183-91 in favor of unionizing. This company plays a crucial role in supplying materials handling services for the Volkswagen Assembly Plant located in Chattanooga.

"Today history was made, and we are very grateful for this,” stated Quincy Quarles, a Forklift Driver for Schnellecke Logistics.

The employees of Schnellecke Logistics initiated their unionization process inspired by the transformative contract secured by VW workers earlier in the year. Despite facing a robust opposition campaign from both the company and anti-union consultants shortly before the election, they persisted in their efforts.

The primary factors driving the workers to organize included ongoing issues such as stagnant wages, perceived disrespect and favoritism by management, and enforced transitions to lower-paying positions.

"I’m so happy that we got our union voted in so we can have a better quality of life for workers in this company,” expressed David Minshew, East Dock Put Away Driver.

"Tonight, Schnellecke Logistics workers voted to join their brothers and sisters in UAW Local 42. They watched VW workers organize their union and win their first contract, and they decided they wanted that for themselves," remarked UAW Region 8 Director Tim Smith. "Workers at Schnellecke overcame an anti-union campaign to ensure they have a voice at work and get their fair share. I’m proud of them and proud to welcome them to the UAW. Who are we? U-A-W!”