LITHONIA, Ga – Early Wednesday morning on October 30, UAW-represented Woodbridge Corp – Atlanta Foam workers of Local 472 walked out on strike.

“Despite numerous meetings and bargaining sessions, management has yet to make a significant offer on three critical issues for workers: wages, benefits, and seniority,” said UAW Region 8 Director Tim Smith.

“It’s clear that the company has no intention of reaching a fair and equitable agreement, leaving workers no choice but to strike.”

Workers at Woodbridge produce seating and dashboard components for Yamaha and Nissan and have been working under an expired contract since September 30.

On August 22, workers voted 98% in favor of authorizing a strike.

“We’re standing together to demand what we’re owed,” said UAW Local 472 President Rachel Johnson. “I’m on strike for better wages, healthcare, and respect for the work I do.”

Following the historic Stand Up strike that led autoworkers at the Big Three to win record raises and benefits, Woodbridge workers are the latest UAW members to Stand Up during contract negotiations. UAW members have secured significant contracts in the past year, including at Cornell University in New York and Daimler Truck in North Carolina.