Knapheide and Machinists Lodge 822 agree on contract extension

QUINCY (WGEM) — Knapheide Manufacturing has reached an extension agreement with Machinists Lodge 822 to continue under the current labor agreement through November 27, company officials stated.

Knapheide officials stated Friday morning that this is not a new contract agreement, but an extension of the current contract while negotiations continue.

Knapheide said it is firmly confident that the proposal presented to employees would maintain and advance their leading position amongst the manufacturing companies in the area in terms of wages, vacation, healthcare, and long-term benefits.

Officials said they are committed to collaborating with employees and representatives from Machinists Lodge 822 to come to a resolution in order to maintain business operations

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