Reddit and TikTok users clog job postings after Kellogg readies to replace striking union workers
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Kellogg workers began striking outside of production plants in four cities (Battle Creek, Michigan.; Omaha, Nebraska; Lancaster, Pennsylvania; and Memphis, Tennessee) back in early October. About 1,400 employees initially walked out of work after Kellogg andReddit and TikTok users clog job postings after Kellogg readies to replace striking union workers
Kellogg workers began striking outside of production plants in four cities (Battle Creek, Michigan.; Omaha, Nebraska; Lancaster, Pennsylvania; and Memphis, Tennessee) back in early October. About 1,400 employees initially walked out of work after Kellogg and the union that represents them—The Bakery, Confectionery, Tobacco Workers, and Grain Millers International Union (BCTGM)—didn’t reach an agreement regarding a new work contract. Since going on strike, workers have shared stories about absolutely horrifying conditions they have to put up with to keep their jobs at Kellogg, including working 80-hour weeks. Most recently, Kellogg said it’s planning to permanently replace the striking workers. The union issued a statement saying it continues to support their workers on strike—and some social media users are doing their part by swarming Kellogg’s job applications with fake responses. The goal? To clog the system and make it harder for the company to replace union workers. Read more