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O'BRIEN, SEATTLE TEAMSTERS RALLY TO END LOCKOUT AT MAUSER PACKAGING
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SEATTLE, April 22, 2025 ~ Seattle, WA - Teamsters General President Sean M. O'Brien stood in solidarity with locked out workers at Mauser Packaging Solutions, Inc. this morning, demanding that the company put an end to its union busting tactics and return to the bargaining table in good faith.

The lockout began on April 14 when Mauser shut down operations at their Industrial Container Services facility, leaving 20 members of Teamsters Local 117 without work. This move came as a surprise during contract negotiations and has since sparked picketing by the affected workers, who are calling for an end to the lockout and fair negotiations.

O'Brien did not mince words when addressing the situation, stating that "when a multinational bully like Mauser tries to break our union and crush working people, the Teamsters don't stand by - we fight back with everything we've got." He also made it clear that Mauser should have known better than to go up against "the world's strongest union."

The rally was attended by Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell, King County Councilmember Teresa Mosqueda, labor leaders, and community allies who all urged Mauser to come to a resolution with Local 117 that respects workers' rights and addresses their concerns.

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Harrell emphasized the importance of these workers in keeping Seattle's economy moving forward and supporting local communities. He called for a contract resolution that provides a safe workplace with dignity and fair wages for these hardworking individuals.

Mosqueda also spoke out against Mauser's actions, denouncing their blatant union busting tactics. She urged the company to respect their workers and put an end to the lockout immediately so that negotiations can resume in good faith.

Josue Calvario, a five-year veteran at Mauser, shared his experience of working in dangerous conditions inside the facility. He explained how he and his co-workers are constantly exposed to toxic fumes and dust from the barrels they repurpose. Calvario and his colleagues are simply asking for livable wages and sustainable hours to support themselves and their families.

Paul Dascher, Secretary-Treasurer of Local 117, made it clear that the union will not back down until Mauser does right by its workers. This includes ending the lockout, negotiating a contract with fair wages and sustainable hours, and creating a safe working environment for employees and the community.

Teamsters Local 117 represents over 17,000 workers at 200 employers across Washington State. For more information on their fight against Mauser, visit teamsters117.org.

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