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Grocery store employment picks up in May

 By Russell Redman on Jun. 02, 2023

Segment adds more jobs despite uptick in U.S. unemployment rate.

Labor

Dollar General faces $3.4M in unsafe workplace penalties

 By Heather Lalley on May 24, 2023

The U.S. Department of Labor said it found blocked aisles, emergency exits and more at nine of the discounter’s stores in Maine, North Dakota, Ohio and Wisconsin.

Labor

Teamsters voted in at second Smart & Final distribution center in California

By Russell Redman on May 23, 2023

The warehouse workers are now represented by Local 630 at the grocer’s Riverside and Commerce facilities.

Labor

With about 7K open jobs, Kroger kicks off hiring drive

By Russell Redman on May 12, 2023

Seasonal employment campaign covers roles spanning retail, e-commerce, supply chain, corporate and health care.

Labor

Dollar Tree to lay off about 90 workers at its corporate HQ

By Heather Lalley on May 10, 2023

The discounter said it is cutting jobs because it is moving to outsource its customer-service operations in Chesapeake, Virginia.

Labor

NLRB judge rules Fred Meyer, QFC unlawfully barred BLM insignia in workplace

By Russell Redman on May 09, 2023

The dispute began nearly three years ago, following the killing of George Floyd.

Labor

UFCW International voices formal opposition to Kroger-Albertsons merger

By Russell Redman on May 08, 2023

Union chief Marc Perrone cites a “lack of transparency” and the mega-deal’s potential impact on workers, communities and their families.

Labor

Grocery retail hiring up slightly for April

By Russell Redman on May 05, 2023

The increase marks a recovery from the prior month and reflects an uptick in overall retail jobs.

Labor

Bernie Sanders throws support behind nationwide $17 minimum wage

By Peter Romeo on May 05, 2023

The Senate committee he chairs will take up a bill next month to phase in the higher wage over five years.

Walmart

Walmart launches management training program

By Heather Lalley on Apr. 28, 2023

The weeklong Manager Academy focuses on instilling company culture and values in managers systemwide, with 2,000 store leaders expected to participate this year.

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