The Metal Trades Department (MTD) is a vital department of the AFL-CIO, representing seventeen national and international metalworking and related crafts and trade unions. Through coordination of negotiations, organizing, and legislative efforts, the MTD strives to enhance worker well-being, safety standards, and job security across various industries.
Metal Trades Councils, affiliated with the MTD, play a crucial role in industries such as shipbuilding, nuclear facilities, and petrochemical plants, contributing to national security and safety. By joining a Metal Trades Council and local union, workers gain a voice in negotiations and ensure their rights are upheld in the workplace, with access to union benefits, education programs, and leadership opportunities.
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