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IG Metall states: Good work should not be a gamble

With its “Good Work for All” campaign, IG Metall aims to ensure good working conditions for all employees at a company—whether they are permanent employees, temporary agency workers, or employees of industry-related service providers.

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Foto: Jörg Lünsmann
Temporary Work & Contract Work
Good Work for Everyone

Industrial companies are increasingly outsourcing work—either to temporary agencies or to service providers in related industries. These workers typically have lower wages and poorer working conditions than permanent employees. We want to ensure good working conditions on the factory floor—through our “Good Work for All” campaign.

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Working together for good jobs and a good life.

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Collective bargaining agreements—our strongest service

Our collective bargaining agreements set standards. They regulate wages, working hours, vacation time, and overtime pay, as well as the right to permanent employment after completing an apprenticeship. We are committed to ensuring that employees share in the success of their companies.
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There for you locally

Dedicated works councils and shop stewards in the workplaces, along with around 150 local offices across Germany: We provide our members with knowledgeable contacts right where they work. Anyone who joins IG Metall can count on effective support and excellent service.
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Have a say and make a difference

Anyone affected by regulations and working conditions should also have a say in shaping them. IG Metall helps establish works councils and supports its members—including financially—when collective bargaining disputes lead to strikes.
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Our legal protection

When it comes to proper job classification or reviewing employment contracts and pension notices, we’re here to offer advice and assistance. In the event of disputes, we provide our members with free legal advice and representation in court—through all levels of the judicial system if necessary.
Mit Flatterband abgesperrtes Werkstor.
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Support during strikes

Strikes are not an end in themselves, but they are sometimes unavoidable. In such cases, IG Metall also provides financial support to its members. The amount of strike support is based on the length of membership and the amount of membership dues paid.
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