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Teamsters at Finley Distributing Vote Unanimously to Authorize Strike
100 Warehouse Workers and Drivers Demand Fair Contract
Press Contact: Matt McQuaid Phone: (771) 241-0015 Email: mmcquaid@teamster.org
(PHOENIX) – Members of Teamsters Local 104 at Finley Distributing, a major beer and beverage distributor in Southern Arizona, have voted unanimously to authorize a strike. The vote comes after the company’s continued failure to offer a fair contract that reflects workers’ critical contributions to its success.
“Our members have sent a loud and clear message to this greedy company that we will not settle for anything less than the wages, benefits, and working conditions we deserve,” said Karla Schumann, Secretary-Treasurer of Local 104. “If management refuses to get serious at the bargaining table, we are ready to do whatever it takes to hold them accountable. It’s time for Finley to deliver the contract our members have earned.”
Finley Distributing delivers beer, hard seltzers, and non-alcoholic beverages to more than 1,700 licensed retailers across Pima, Pinal, and Santa Cruz counties. Major brands that Teamsters deliver include Coors, Miller, Truly, White Claw, and BuzzBallz.
“All we’re asking for is the ability to take care of our families and retire with dignity — the same dignity every working person deserves,” said Mike Killion, a 20-year driver at Finley Distributing and Local 104 shop steward. “I’ve dedicated more than two decades to this company. It’s time they recognize that hard work and loyalty with a fair contract.”
Workers are demanding stronger wages, a defined-benefit pension plan, better health care, and improved working conditions. If Finley Distributing fails to deliver, Teamsters will have no choice but to strike. The current contract expires at midnight on May 17.
Teamsters Local 104 represents workers throughout Arizona. For more information, go to teamsterslocal104.com or follow us on Facebook at facebook.com/ibtlu104.