Local 186 Secures First Frito-Lay Contract in Over Three Decades
Editorial StaffThe Facts -
- Teamsters Local 186 ratified a new Frito-Lay contract after 35 years.
- The contract improves pay, wage increases, and protection from discipline.
- This victory strengthens Teamsters' power in core industries.
Historic Agreement Reached as Teamsters Local 186 Celebrates Major Milestone at Frito-Lay
In a groundbreaking development, Teamsters Local 186 members working at Frito-Lay have successfully ratified a new collective bargaining agreement, marking the first such achievement in over 35 years. This landmark agreement affects 75 employees holding positions such as route service sales representatives, merchandisers, and warehouse staff.
“These brave men and women fought hard all the way to the finish line, and the entire time they were dealing with anti-union management,” stated Abel Garcia, Secretary-Treasurer of Local 186. “This is a historic win not just for the first newly organized Frito-Lay group in over three decades, but the entire Teamsters Union. I’d like to give a special shout out to our rank-and-file committee members who made this victory possible.”
Jeff Padellaro, Director of the Teamsters Brewery, Bakery, and Soft Drink Conference, emphasized the significance of this victory as part of a broader movement within the Teamsters organization. “This landmark contract is emblematic of the work the Teamsters are doing to build power and density in our core industries,” he noted. Padellaro highlighted the efforts of the members, stating that they have paved the way for future achievements in the industry.
The newly approved contract introduces several important enhancements. Workers will benefit from improved performance pay, guaranteed annual wage increases, and protections like seniority and safeguards against unfair disciplinary actions or termination.
Reflecting on the victory, Marco Torres, a Local 186 shop steward and bargaining committee member, shared, “We joined the Teamsters to win the respect we deserve in the workplace. I am excited that we are all Teamsters, and that we have a collective bargaining agreement that reflects the fact this company can’t succeed without us.”
Teamsters Local 186, which represents employees across multiple sectors in Ventura and Santa Barbara Counties, continues to strive for more worker rights and protections. For further details, visit their official website at teamsterslocal186.org.
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