Ammunition plant workers strike at Lake City facility in Missouri
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Approximately 1,350 members of IAM Local 778 at the Lake City Army Ammunition Plant in Independence, Missouri are on a 24/7 strike that began April 4, 2026, after rejecting an offer from contractor Olin Winchester. The walkout is disrupting production of small‑caliber rounds for the U.S. military while workers seek higher pay and relief from mandatory overtime.
This alert was originally created on 14 April 2026.
Effective Dates
Organizers
- International Association of Machinists
- Aerospace Workers (IAM) Local 778
Affected Locations
- Independence, Missouri
Sources
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