Gary Mickelson
Gary Mickelson
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We seek trademarks and patents to protect the development and use of brand names, product formulas and various operational technology.
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While we understand the sentiment behind the May 1 events and support comprehensive immigration reform, we are not encouraging workers to participate in the rallies. We are asking workers not to take any unauthorized time off and instead seek pre-approval from their supervisor or participate during non-work hours. We don't want our (employees) to jeopardize their good employment records and incomes by taking unauthorized time away from work.
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There have been reports of higher-than-usual absenteeism at some locations.
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We at Tyson support comprehensive immigration reform and support our Team Members' right to express themselves on this important matter.
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We think it's best for everyone involved . . . if these restrictions are adhered to and are followed so we can operate safely and those who are on strike can picket safely.
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We temporarily withdrew the line last year. We were trying to blend this product line into our regular operations and found it to be too inefficient. We're now evaluating whether we want to establish dedicated operations to service this market.
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We do not tolerate discrimination in the workplace.
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We question whether the unionized inspectors' alleged safety concerns are genuine,
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Most Tyson plants are running regular shifts today, although there have been reports of higher than usual absenteeism at some locations. Virtually all of the company's poultry plants and a majority of our beef and pork plants are in operation today.
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legal obligation to do their job and are not part of this dispute.
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The products are expected to complement the traditional offering in the retail meat case and also meet the demands of the natural foods retailer.
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It does not currently help us in cases of identity fraud when an individual assumes someone else's name by using their Social Security number. We believe companies should not be placed in the role of policing who has proper work documentation.
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Such a practice is not consistent with our position on animal welfare, which calls on contract poultry producers to serve as stewards of the birds they raise for our company.
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Some of our plants are not scheduled to operate Monday, due to multiple reasons including market conditions and the planned immigration rally.