Crisis talks at TCG Unitech: Fate of 900 employees is on the brink

Crisis talks at TCG Unitech: Fate of 900 employees is on the brink

On Thursday afternoon, TCG Unitech will take place in Kirchdorf an der Krems a first round of talks between the management, the works council and the union. The background is the current situation of around 900 employees who were registered for termination at the labor market service. These employees receive new contracts, but with poorer conditions than before.

The uncertainty is great, especially for the 882 employees who registered TCG Unitech in an early warning system. Managing Director Thomas Schmalzer emphasizes that he does not want to terminate anyone. However, such a decision can only be made if the employees do without the salary increase of 4.8 percent anchored in the collective agreement. This measure is considered problematic by many because it could potentially affect the financial situation of the employees.

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The union is dissatisfied with the company's previous approach. According to Michael Seemayer, the state managing director of the Produ-GE production union, there is currently no willingness to negotiate on the part of TCG Unitech. Seemayer expressed its outrage over the company position and demands more open communication in management. TCG Unitech is known for the development and production of light components that are mainly used in the auto industry.

TCG Unitech are not the only ones in the industry that consider savings and restructuring. The automotive supplier Stiwa in Attnang-Puchheim is also faced with similar challenges. According to reports from Upper Austrian media, a savings program is planned to start in January. Employees at Stiwa could be reported unemployed for two months, supplemented by a reduction in working time to 80 percent, which is also accompanied by a corresponding wage and salary waiver. Another measure would be a voluntary waiver of salary to secure the company's economic stability. Detailed information on this is expected at a works meeting on Monday. Over 2,450 employees worldwide are employed at the Stiwa Group.

The topic of working conditions and the associated financial security remains of great importance in the region, especially in the automotive supply industry, which suffers from the pressure of market development. More details on this topic can be found in a detailed report on ooe.orf.at .