PHARMACY

Local 727 Negotiates Settlement to Reinstate Laid Off CVS Pharmacists

After bringing CVS to the brink of an arbitration hearing, Teamsters Local 727 negotiated a settlement to reinstate 12 pharmacists who had been laid off in March as a result…

Local 727 Wins Arbitration Award for Osco Pharmacists

Teamsters Local No. 727 was awarded an arbitration win on behalf of the more than 500 Osco pharmacists it represents. Arbitrator Elliott H. Goldstein ordered Osco to “cease and desist…

Osco Unwilling to Compromise on Uniforms

Last week, Local 727 filed a grievance due to Osco’s contract violation and past practices concerning new lab coat uniforms. During negotiations, members expressed concern over the quality and appearance…

Local 727 Fights for Passage of New Pharmacy Work Rules in Chicago

An ordinance was recently introduced by Ald. Edward Burke that mirrors the language of House Bill 2392, which calls for new pharmacy work rules. Teamsters Local 727 is determined to…

Local 727 Fights for Better Pharmacy Standards, Working Conditions

Teamsters Local 727 last year met with Illinois state representatives and prepared proposals for new legislation aimed at addressing the concerns of Teamster-represented Osco and CVS pharmacists. Items proposed by…