UFCW 876 Kroger Contract 2020: What You Need to Know

If you`re a Kroger employee or customer, you may have heard of the UFCW (United Food and Commercial Workers) Local 876 and their recent contract negotiations with Kroger. This article will provide an overview of the UFCW 876 Kroger contract for 2020 and what it means for employees and customers.

First, let`s start with some background. UFCW Local 876 is a union that represents over 18,000 workers in Michigan and Ohio, including Kroger employees. The union negotiates contracts with employers on behalf of its members, advocating for fair wages, benefits, and working conditions. In early 2020, the union began negotiations with Kroger for a new contract to replace the previous one that expired on May 9, 2020.

After several months of negotiations, the UFCW Local 876 reached a tentative agreement with Kroger on August 13, 2020. The new contract covers approximately 7,600 Kroger employees in Michigan.

So, what`s in the new contract? Here are some key points:

1. Wage increases: The new contract provides for annual wage increases for Kroger employees. The first increase will be a $0.30 per hour raise for all employees, followed by a $0.20 per hour raise in 2021 and 2022.

2. Health care benefits: The new contract maintains current health care benefits for Kroger employees, including no increases in premiums or deductibles.

3. Pension benefits: The new contract includes improvements to pension benefits for eligible employees.

4. Paid time off: The new contract provides for increased paid time off for Kroger employees.

5. Improved job security: The new contract includes language that provides job security for employees in the event of a store closure or merger.

Overall, the new UFCW 876 Kroger contract for 2020 provides for wage increases, improved benefits, and job security for Kroger employees. It`s important to note that this contract only covers Kroger employees in Michigan, so if you`re a Kroger employee in another state, your contract may be different.

As for customers, this new contract should not have any immediate impact. However, it`s always important to support fair labor practices and advocate for the rights of workers.

In conclusion, the UFCW 876 Kroger contract for 2020 is a positive step forward for Kroger employees in Michigan. It provides for fair wages, improved benefits, and job security, and shows the importance of unions in advocating for worker rights.