Strom made me look good. This work stoppage came up very quickly, and they were able to turn around on a dime and get the replacements in within two days. Our local facility was initially quite resistant to bringing in “outsiders,” as they may not “fit in” from a cultural standpoint. This concern quickly evaporated and the general manager observed that, in many instances, the Strom employees were superior to (the union) workforce. Because we were able to ramp up quickly on production and quality, it sent the right signals to both customers and employees.
Strom deployed highly skilled maintenance personnel, welders, heavy equipment operators, and production personnel to the client’s metal mining and smelting operations during a labor dispute. Strom deployed several hundred workers, in the most arduous conditions, who worked and produced well above the established standards. This project continued until a contract was ratified and for several months beyond, due to a shortage of returning workers. Our client successfully leveraged our services to obtain an equitable contract ratification.
Strom assisted in planning for a large-scale distribution operation anticipating a labor dispute. Strom helped with all facets of operations including a review of logistics, security, and staffing. Prior to engaging Strom, this client had unsuccessfully attempted to develop a number of strike contingency plans. This client credits Strom as the differentiating factor in this project’s success.
When one of the nation’s largest truck manufacturers was recently threatened with a strike, Strom not only provided manufacturing personnel at plants during the labor disruption, but also secured, staffed, and operated multiple cross-docks across North America to handle the load from our client’s picketed parts distribution centers. Customers continued to be seamlessly supplied with spare parts, and operations continued to receive inventory due to Strom’s complete knowledge of handling logistics during a labor disruption.
Strom provided over 200 personnel to keep operations running during a 4-month strike. Strom Project Managers and Coordinators participated in several planning sessions throughout the course of the strike, working with the company leadership to identify the right talent in a complex operational environment.
Strom supplied a managed workforce on short notice, in order to run facilities for new management after experiencing labor issues at a newly purchased facility. Strom reached operational goals and rapidly transitioned the workforce to local employees.
Strom employees set numerous quality and production records at our client’s operations. Our client’s confidence in Strom prompted the launch of a new product line during the strike. Strom significantly exceeded expected product output at previously unheard-of quality ratings. Strom’s planning and support successfully helped to avoid a work stoppage at other client locations. Our client effectively utilized Strom’s successful performance during a previous strike as negotiating leverage.
Strom achieved normal, planned production on the ninth day of the strike using a labor force that numbered half that of the union. Productivity peaked at 262% in the following weeks, with a defect rate of 0%.
Strom provided over 400 skilled temporary workers during a 3-month strike that allowed our client to keep operations running providing leverage and allowing them to ratify a fair and equitable contract.
Strom deployed licensed A&P mechanics during labor strife to support the military helicopter fleet. Soon after arriving, our workforce successfully supported our client until the union’s return.
Strom operated nine struck facilities performing all aspects of tire building including providing maintenance personnel. Our workforce successfully operated for 14 weeks, providing leverage in obtaining a reasonable contract.
After a large engine assembly facility went on strike, Strom provided all temporary replacement personnel. Output and quality both increased while Strom personnel operated the plant.
Strom Engineering’s knowledge and foresight into our potential labor dispute gave the company an opportunity to concentrate on running the business throughout the negotiating process. It allowed our associates to have a level of confidence that we could operate the plant regardless of the outcome of the labor dispute.
Strom provided guidance on all aspects of the client’s contingency plan that helped them leverage its position and negotiate a fair and reasonable contract. Strom’s experience in providing power generation and distribution personnel in previous strike situations enabled our client to negotiate with increased confidence.
Involved in multiple projects requiring significant planning to achieve desired results. Strom has supplied CDL Drivers, Boiler Operators, Welders, ARFFs, Firefighters, and more on projects.
Strom deployed over 1,000 of FAA-certified mechanics, to replace the striking bargaining unit. The replacement workforce was pre-deployed and successfully trained in fleet familiarization months in advance of contract expiration; these classes were audited by FAA inspectors. In large part due to the skillset of our workforce and the training they received during pre-deployment, on-time departures remained at normal levels overall and actually improved in many instances.
We have sincerely enjoyed our relationship with Strom Engineering over the last two years as we’ve focused on business continuity for our distribution, manufacturing and security operations. Strom Engineering is made up of a team of incredibly experienced professionals who provided us with education, focus and results.
Strom managed and staffed a cold restart of the largest parts distribution center in the client’s company. Strom ramped up quickly in response to the busy springtime season, using approximately 60% of the personnel ordinarily doing the work. As a result, Strom maximized labor capacity and cut labor costs.
Strom set a production record on our client’s hot-dip galvanizing line, which has been unmatched in the 49-year history of operation. Strom employees were operating the client’s largest facility 10 out of 12 months during a year of record net sales
When our client, a national clothing manufacturer and distributor, experienced an overwhelming increase in demand, they called us. Strom deployed a managed workforce of 100+ workers for 3-4 months to keep operations and systems running at four distribution centers, using local and national temporary labor.
Strom deployed over 300 employees over a 3-year period to build military vehicles when the company couldn’t find skilled workers in their area. Strom Engineering had a presence at three different locations.
Strom increased overall time savings at our client’s facility by 65.7%. Tasks taking our client’s employees 35 minutes to complete were accomplished in 12 minutes by Strom workers. Furthermore, Strom performed with a 0% defective rate. Our client found it necessary to purchase additional air compressors due to the exceptional work ethic of Strom’s employees.
Strom launched a successful deployment of 85 highly skilled welders, who worked on aluminum, stainless steel, and both hot and cold rolled steel for a project that lasted 15 weeks. Operations continued throughout the project with little or no disruption. With Strom employees, profitability increased and downtime decreased.
