The Communications Committee
About Us
Our Communications Committee is dedicated to educating and
engaging our members by providing clear, timely, and relevant
information. We aim to foster a sense of community and connection
through transparent and effective communication channels, ensuring
that every member is informed, involved, and inspired.
What Do We Do?
The Communications Committee will handle our website and
Facebook page, keeping everyone updated with the latest news and
events. They’ll also feature member spotlights, highlighting the great
work and positive contributions of our union members. Stay connected
and see the amazing things our members are doing!
Jimmy Ford
Cell: 215-933-8435
Desk: 215-652-0692
Email: [email protected]
The Safety & Health Committee
George Walsh Local 10-00086 full time Safety Representative and chairs the USW Safety Committee. Pam Russell is the Co-Chair. Investigates and addresses safety concerns of our members here at work. Helps form safety committees in areas that do not have an active committee.
Works with the areas who have established committees to continue to improve their committees and resolve the areas safety concerns
George Walsh
Cell: 267-663-1194
Desk: 215-993-7860
[email protected]
The Civil & Human Rights Committee
The USW Local 10-00086 Civil and Human Rights committee resolves to speak out against bullying, harassment, discrimination, stigmatization and all other forms of marginalization in the workplace; to stand up for all targeted by such acts.
We encourage participation in civil and human rights courses with the goal of increasing solidarity within our Union. We will promote diversity and inclusion in our Union and for our members. Through community conversations and awareness, we will fight for dignity and respect for all workers.
Gary Holland
Cell: 215-239-4123
Desk: 215-652-0865
Email: [email protected]
The Rapid Response Committee
What is Rapid Response?
Rapid Response is the Steelworkers’ nonpartisan committee on legislative issues. The committee Our Mission and Focus We work with legislatures in Harrisburg and Washington D.C. to promote positive legislation that ensures better contracts, safer workplaces, and secure retirement for our members. Please contact the following if interested: Daniel Peterson | [email protected] addresses matters that affect our everyday work lives. It is an education and communication program designed to engage membership on key issues that impact us directly.
Our Mission and Focus
We work with legislatures in Harrisburg and Washington D.C. to promote positive legislation that ensures better contracts, safer workplaces, and secure retirement for our members.
How We Drive Change
Rapid Response isn’t about a political party—it’s a movement. Our goal is to push politicians to promote and pass legislation that supports working people and improves conditions in our industries.
Dan Peterson
Phone: 215-652-7479
Cell: 215-397-5419
Email: [email protected]
The Workmen’s Comp Committee
Workers’ Compensation Committee: Chair-Pamela Russell, Rodney Mathias, Mark Frankenfield, Marcia Cannon
The Workers’ Compensation Committee is dedicated to representing members of our Local in cases of work-related injuries and illnesses. A work-related injury or illness is any injury or disease that occurs while working at Merck. Examples include musculoskeletal pain, carpal tunnel syndrome, allergic reactions, and work-related mental health issues.
Members of the Workers’ Compensation Committee are well-versed in the Pennsylvania Workers’ Compensation Act. Through extensive training and collaboration with workers’ compensation attorneys, the committee is equipped to represent our members in dealings with Health Services and Broadspire (workers’ compensation claim adjuster).
Pam Russell
Cell: 267-663-1152
Desk: 215-652-8534
[email protected]
The Organizing Committee
Who are we?
The Organizing Committee was put together as it is one of the standing committees in our International By-Laws. The committee meets about once every 4-6 weeks.
What do we do?
We try to find ways to help engage our membership and build solidarity amongst all of our members. We run events such as Happy Hours, Amusement Park Days, and Soft Pretzel Days. We are looking to expand these ideas and to find more ways to help us all come together.
How to Join?
To join our committee please reach out to committee Chairman Steve Reed either through email or text.
REMEMBER:
Always remember to say something good about the Union Movement that you are a part of, even if you can’t join the committee, if everyone says something positive about the Union Movement that will be 2000 positive statements per day. That alone will help build SOLIDARITY!
Steve Reed
Cell: 267-218-3518
Desk: 215-652-6073
[email protected]
The Women of Steel Committee
Our Purpose
Join our Women’s Labor Union Committee to raise awareness of working women’s issues, boost women’s activism, and enhance our union’s community presence. From voting drives to feeding the homeless, we’re dedicated to making a difference.
Get involved and help us support and empower women in the workplace and beyond!
Our History
Our committee has over 100 years of combined experience, with members ranging from 2 to over 25 years in the union. We unite to address any women’s issues brought to our attention.
Diverse Roles and How to Get Involved
Our committee members hold various roles across the plant including:
- biotechnicians
- clerks
- lab techs
- and more
To Learn More
Join us at our quarterly meetings or one of our events to get involved!!
Kisha Byrd
Cell: 484-213-6484
Desk: 215-652-3605
[email protected]
The Next Generation Committee
We welcome members of all ages to join. We aim to empower all members by acting as a stepping stone into union involvement.
What we do:
-Give back to our community
-mentorship/leadership
-solidarity events
-education
-make connections
-have fun
Whether you want to get involved a little or jump fully in, we encourage everyone to join us.
Anastasia Adams
Cell: 484-213-6484
[email protected]
The Finance Committee
The Finance committee’s goal is to utilize what we have in our CBA, along with our knowledge and experience, to educate our members so that we all can get the most out of our employment career at Merck. We want our members to be able to achieve their goals and dreams that we each strive for.
We will discuss various topics each month and answer any questions you may have. We will also give our members access to financial resources/professionals that can help with many topics such as retirement, healthcare, taxes and so on.
Paul Mckeown
Cell: 610-291-7371
Email: [email protected]
Sherman Washington
Cell: 267-825-3188
Email: [email protected]
John Beidler
Cell: 267-278-1098
Desk: 215-652-1446
Email: [email protected]