Member Spotlights
We see the strength of our union when we look in the mirror. We are the collective.
Here are some of our stories.
UFCW Local 555 is Us.
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Thanks to my union, I’ve been taking the free on-line college classes through Eastgate Community College offered to us just for being union members!...Read more »
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Hi, I’m Adriana! I work at Safeway 1123 in Hood River, with my cousin Olivia. I work in the dairy department and Olivia works...Read more »
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Stephany is a 12 year UFCW555 Member working at Sherms Food 4 Less who’s spouse Amber says as a stay at home Mom it...Read more »
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This isn’t just about me, it’s about all of us. As long as we stay focused in spite of the unknown, we have the...Read more »
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I’m proud to be a union member because you get good benefits, the pension is awesome, and you get a better quality of life....Read more »
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“Working with a union feels like walking on a tight rope, not as I’m limited to space or speed but I know that the...Read more »
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Melissa has been with Safeway for 21 years. She enjoys spending time with her family and her two boys. She also likes to quilt...Read more »
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“I have been working for the Fred Meyer for a year now. This is my first time being in a union. I’m still learning...Read more »
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I appreciate how the union is always there for us. Every time I call I get answers or assistance with who to go to....Read more »
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Since moving into a union position I can see the benefits. The medical insurance is step up from what the company offers. It cost...Read more »
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I am new to being apart of a union. I am excited to see what experiences there are version working non union my whole...Read more »
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Recently Kroger HR reps came around asking employees how they can do better. The answer was unanimous from all employees. Pay us more! Don’t...Read more »
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James, aka ZZ, works in the Meat and Seafood department at the Tigard Fred Meyer. James has been a union member for three years...Read more »
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I used to work at Wal-Mart and am very happy to be working in a union position here at Safeway. I’m really excited about...Read more »
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I went to work right out of High School in food service and customer service. I always give 100%. It just seemed that it...Read more »
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I became a steward to help fight the deplorable direction that KP is heading. I want to restore the Partnership and culture that made...Read more »
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The union connects us and gives working people a voice. For me, it is a constant reminder of a positive vision for our future....Read more »
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For our store over the last 7 years, having a union has helped us make sure we had a voice in how we would...Read more »
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I am excited to start this next journey in becoming a steward. I hope to represent my team well and provide support when they...Read more »
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I’ve been with Fred Meyers for 3 years and a member of my community for 6. What I love most about my Union is...Read more »
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My name is Alexie Benson and I work for Safeway. Here I am working in the peek of a global pandemic for barely more...Read more »
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After stepping into a manager position and being stuck with high deductibles and the lack of say with my health care, I chose to...Read more »
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âThe Boysâ, at the Sherwood Safeway were an essential part of helping with the 2021 Unity Petition and are excited about their first experience...Read more »
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My name is Amanda and working at Fred Meyer has been my toughest job yet and the amount of stress and expectations is unreal!...Read more »
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As a steward I like being able to take a active role in how my day to day work environment is shaped. I like...Read more »
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I am thankful to be apart of making the world a better place. Thankful for the UFCW and am hoping courtesy clerks can get...Read more »
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The Union has been amazing with answering any questions I have had. They go above and beyond to make sure everything is okay and...Read more »
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Congratulations to Bobby Kral. He has been working at Safeway in Forest Grove for thirty years. Bobby will be 65 soon but he isnât...Read more »
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I am very thankful to have a Union job during the pandemic because they have been there for us fighting for our pay and...Read more »
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We deserve more! So pay us more!Read more »
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My name is Annie Crawford and I work in the deli at the Corvallis Fred Meyer. We have been underpaid, understaffed and overworked for...Read more »
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Carrie works in the click list at the Wilsonville Fred Meyer. When the click-list was being organized in her store she went home and...Read more »
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This member was fired and we got his job back, he was very happy for the outcome and this is all he could think...Read more »
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We appreciate our union rep who is always available and and is coming frequently to protect our interests , answer questions, and keep us...Read more »
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Iâm grateful for the insurance we have thru the union. Itâs one of the reasons Iâve stayed working during the pandemic, considering the company...Read more »
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I appreciate UFCW 555 and all that they do to ensure that my job is secure knowing that when in need the union is...Read more »
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The thing I like best about being part of UFCW is the confidence that comes with knowing I have a strong union supporting me...Read more »
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I have worked for Fred Meyer for a long, long time. The one thing that has been consistent is the Union. My insurance is...Read more »
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As a PIC and working up front as journeyman checker , we are dealing with this pandemic head on, especially with the mask mandates...Read more »
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My name is Destiny DeSautel and I work for Safeway in Corvallis. I support our Bargaining Team because we need and deserve higher wages!...Read more »
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I became a union steward because I want to continue to have a knowledgeable and strong labor force.Read more »
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âAs a member I really appreciate the medical benefits the union provides me. The cost of participating in insurance plans at non-union companies is...Read more »
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I started with Kaiser in 2015 and after having a baby in 2017 I moved to Mt. Talbert where I worked closely with our...Read more »
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Patty stepped down from a management position in May. Since that time, her employer continued to deduct nearly $200 dollars a week from her...Read more »
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Overall my experience with the Union this past year has been good. The information on the board is always updated should I have any...Read more »
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I wish the company would start recognizing the people who put in hard work.Read more »
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My name is Terrina and I work at the South Salem Fred Meyer Jewelry department. We need Kroger to come to the table with...Read more »
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I fully recommend being proactive in getting the union involved, because the union empowered me as an employee. The union represented me in disciplinary...Read more »
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As someone who is extremely interested in employee culture and wellness, being part of UFCW has been so eye opening and giving in opportunity....Read more »
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I am a proud member of this union because of the insurance and especially to pay raises we just received. As a newly organized...Read more »
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I have been a long time member of the UFCW local 555 since 1998. I am proud to be part of this union because...Read more »
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I?m so happy that this store went union. I really love the union health insurance benefits for myself and my family. I have been...Read more »
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I am the oldest union member at my store and proud to be a UFCW member, because they help support the team and take...Read more »
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I love the holidays and I always use the opportunity to dress-up and amuse our customers. For Valentines Day, I dress as a giant...Read more »
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? Benefits that are available to the membership of Local 555 are great. The union has helped me through my extended illness and without...Read more »
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?I was very happy with the recent wage increases and very much deserved retro wages negotiated by our bargaining committee. I am thankful to...Read more »
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I had the pleasure of meeting my new rep Bill today along with Jeff and really appreciate the time they took to listen to...Read more »
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Glenn Hill is a long time UFCW555 member, And has now been working at Albertsons in Ashland OR for almost 4 years. Outside the...Read more »
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I am just getting back into becoming a steward after taking a break. I think that being a steward is important work and I...Read more »
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I have loved working at Bimbo for the last 12 years, and this year I stepped up to serve on the bargaining committee for...Read more »
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My name is Dari Varner and I have worked 29 years at customer service at Fred Meyer newberg. recently volunteered to be a picket...Read more »
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Brooke is from a newly organized store and has been appreciative of everything the union has done so far. ?I can?t wait to see...Read more »
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Every time I have had an issue with the company, I called my Union representative and the issue was resolved. That does not happen...Read more »
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Kirk Holder has been serving his country in the National Guard while working at Interstate Fred Meyer for nearly 5 years. He called his...Read more »
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I love the union and am very proud to be apart of it. I would like to thank the UFCW and its members for...Read more »
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Nicole Coalter has been the cheese master at Oregon City Fred Meyer since 2017, and has worked for Fred Meyer since 2002. Nicole lives...Read more »
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I had an opportunity to work at Fred Meyer after being with Safeway for over 20 years and happy to still be in the...Read more »
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After spending most of my career working in non-union jobs I found myself laid off for the second time due to corporate restructuring ....Read more »
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I have spent all of my employable life (13 years) being a union member and working at Fred Meyer. Most of my time I...Read more »
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I just want to thank the entire bargaining team, leadership, and all members that stayed strong during these negotiations. Well Done, Thank You. Very...Read more »
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Anotoinette Reynolds is very happy with the recent contract settlement. She has been working in the nutrition department at the Hillsboro Fred Meyer. Because...Read more »
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The UFCW was a voice for me and my employment status when I was not able to be that voice for myself. The voice...Read more »
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Hi my name is Kinthia Brooks and I work in the bakery at Rosaurers in Hood River. I am glad to be part of...Read more »
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I feel like the union has fought so much for our wages. They have made it so we can live our lives. I have...Read more »
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My name is Yvette Silmon and I work at the Orchards Fred Meyer in Vancouver, Washington as a checker. I have been with Fred...Read more »
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Randal S Davis
Adriana Magana
Dairy WallStephany King
Non-foodsSteve Stephens
GrocerySean Foytich
Courtesy ClerkRiley Scott Kerr
GroceryMelissa Nofzinger
Service Operations ManagerLeo Chisholm
ClicklistKrystal Tucker
GroceryKirsten D Hoffman
Fish ServiceJenifer Lara
HBC ClerkJeffrey L Scott
ProduceJames Cornejo
Fish ServiceGwen May Clark
ProduceElizabeth Taylor
PICDavid Laguardia
Radiology TechnologistChelsea Lucas
Epic Principal TrainerAndrea Uehara
LeadAmber J Fairchild
Pharmacy TechAmanda R Smith
CCKAlexie Benson
Courtesy ClerkConnie L Crippen
Fresh CutThe Boys
Amanda Dingle-Christensen
CCKParker R Lemus
Price TechSteven Summers
CCKNatasha M George
Espresso BarBobby Kral
Courtesy ClerkJordan E Frost
PICCynthia Louise L Wolf
Service Operations ManagerAnnie Crawford
DeliCarrie Ortiz
ClicklistLane J Palmer
CCKSheri R Fox
JewelryMichelle L Pedersbeck
Grocery ClerkJared Elijah E Cooper
Grocery ClerkDana M Adams
Imaging AssistantFredrick W Hannon
GroceryTom E Strawn
PICDestiny D Desautel
ProduceMindy M Johnston
Radiology TechnologistDavid C Haith
GroceryMelissa Cook
Pharmacy TechPatricia Hopson
ProduceJoshuah K Quevido
Courtosey ClerkJoshua R Beardsley
FuelTerrina R Ernst
Jewelry departmentRachael Greer
Catherine Nguyen
Brian Henry
Kelly Land
Sheryl Tunstall
Roman Sommer
Maria Sheck
Wendy Fitzgerald
Jerrad Hieter
Keri Weld
Glenn Hill
Kristen Haren
Nancy Wilson
Dari Varner
Brooke Lev-Sieger
Janice L Eggleston
Kirk Holder
Jorge C Limon
Nicole Coalter
Glen Espersen
Rebecca A Griswold
Tyler Meithof
Misty Orlando
Anotoinette Reynolds
Barbara Rowe
CNAIIKinthia Brooks
Jeffree Broderson
Theresa Alghamdi
Jeff Digrazia
Yvette Silmon
Paula Wallsteed
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