Additional Union Benefits

While the most important aspect of a Union is to give you a voice in negotiating for better working conditions, benefits, and wages, there are many other benefits that come from being part of a Union.

At UFCW Local 342, we ensure that we provide services and opportunities that our members value and appreciate, like our Safety Department that works tirelessly to train and protect members at work and a Member Services Department ready to answer questions about union benefits, healthcare, retirement and more.

In addition to these services, we organize activities and opportunities for Local 342 members to come together, as well as to make a difference in our communities. Many members also appreciate the opportunities we provide them to have fun and enjoy local culture.

And finally, Local 342’s various workshops, seminars, and web resources are dedicated to helping members learn and develop and our tuition reimbursement and scholarships for qualifying members allows them to continue their education. Keep reading to learn more about each of these benefits that UFCW Local 342 members get.

Local 342 Safety Department

We want to ensure that all of our members are safe at work and throughout their lives. UFCW Local 342 has an outstanding safety record, thanks in large part to our committed and persistent Safety Department. The Safety Department works to correct hazardous conditions in the workplaces of our members. They also develop safety classes and materials to ensure all workers have the information they need to keep themselves and others safe. All Local 342 members, including full-time and part-time employees, are entitled to paid releases from their companies to participate in a yearly training program that details how members can detect and avoid workplace hazards. We also offer free CPR and First Aid training courses.

Member Services

We are a service-oriented organization dedicated to our members. Our Member Services Department handles questions or issues that members might have on topics including benefits, pensions, health care, activities and more. For members that prefer to meet in person, our Member Services Department has a representative available to answer questions every Monday night in each area office. We also have representatives who do onsite shop visits to provide a convenient way to resolve problems or have questions answered.

Activities

To help members get to know each other, and to give back to the community, Local 342 plans a variety of activities throughout the year. These activities include blood drives, toy drives, barbecues, fishing trips, holiday parties, and more.

Workshops

Local 342 provides various workshops to give our members opportunities to improve or learn new job-related skills.

Activities

To help members get to know each other, and to give back to the community, Local 342 plans a variety of activities throughout the year. These activities include blood drives, toy drives, barbecues, fishing trips, holiday parties, and more.

Member Wellness

To help our members maintain long-term good health, we provide preventative health care information, benefits, and workshops.

If you’d like to talk to someone about what our Union might be able to do for you, contact the Local 342 Organizing Department at (866) 802-4994.