Common use of Change in Working Methods Clause in Contracts

Change in Working Methods. (a) When the introduction of new equipment makes a material change the Company will inform the Union of such change as soon as possible, but in no case less than sixty (60) days in advance of the contemplated change. The parties will discuss what is expected to take place and how the matter may best be handled. (b) For employees who are affected, placement in the plant will be covered by the provisions set out in Section 5.02. (c) For employees with one (1) or more years of seniority who are affected by such change and who are not eligible for such placement in the plant will be entitled to the provisions set out in Article 13. (d) Where an employee is transferred to work where the job rate is lower, as a direct result of the introduction of new equipment, or where an employee remains on a job reduced in value following a technological change, their rate shall not be reduced for a period of two (2) years, including layoff, provided that the employee accepts all opportunities to post to work where the job rate if higher, unless it is unreasonable to expect such employees to apply due to such things as age, health, working conditions, and the employee’s ability to learn the job. Where an employee after a sincere effort is unable to qualify, their rate protection shall not be affected. (e) In the application of or adjustment of level values, such an employee will not be paid a rate greater than the rate paid them at the time of above mentioned posting, except for reasons of a general wage increase after the date of transfer. At the expiring of the two (2) years period set out above the lower rate shall prevail. (f) If the Company creates a new job or combines existing jobs or substantially changes the duties of existing jobs, the Union will be given written notice as soon as possible.