Frequently Asked Questions

v Where can I find out about my current Benefits?

v Do I need a form for my Vision Benefits?

v Where can I get a copy of the Local Bylaws?

v When are meetings held?

v What are the rules for leaving my department?

v Why does the company record our overtime hours?

v How does flextime work?

v What is the procedure if I will be out of work for a long period of time?

v What is the Holiday Schedule for this year?

Where can I find out about my current Benefits?

The Lockheed Martin Service Center can be reached at:

1-866-562-2363 from 8am – 8pm EST

or from home online at https:www.lmpeople.com

Do I need a form for my Vision Benefits?

Not normally. Go to www.eyemedvisioncare.com to find an authorized provider and they will handle all of the paper work. If you choose to use a provider outside of the network, your benefits may be reduced.

Where can I get a copy of the Local Bylaws?

Your steward should be able to provide you with a copy or you can download a copy here.

When are meetings held?

The Membership meetings are held every month on the second Thursday at 4:00 pm for first and third shifts. Midnight meetings are held on the second Friday of each month for 2^nd shift.

The Executive Board meets on the Monday prior to the Membership meetings.

All meeting are held at the Union Hall

602 Old Liverpool Road.

What are the rules for leaving my department?

Generally, the answer is to ask the high seniority person and force the low seniority person. This is done on a permanent transfer.

Temporary transfers can happen for durations of up to 45 days with no regard to seniority.

Why does the company record our overtime hours?

The company is obligated to keep overtime relatively equal.

Members are charged for all overtime hours asked or worked.

Overtime hours are not charged for employees on 5 consecutive days of vacation, death in the family or military encampment.

How does flextime work?

Members are usually required to submit a schedule to their supervisor each week.

Core hours are Monday – Friday :

First shift Second shift

7 am – 11 am 3:30 pm – 11:30 pm

Starting time cannot begin prior to:

First shift Second shift

5 am 1:00 pm

Currently, there is no provision for flextime for weekend hours. All Saturday and Sunday hours must be charged as overtime.

What is the procedure if I will be out of work for a long period of time?

The company has decided to “improve” services yet again by eliminating people and requiring the bargaining unit people to manage more of their own benefits. Most types of absence and leaves will require the employee to phone the Service Center at 1-866-562-2363 and report: Medical unpaid Leave, Short Term Disability, Extended Sick and Injury leave, Family Medical Leave, Jury Duty, Military Duty, Union Official—unpaid, Peace Corps, and any unpaid child care leave.

Additional calls to the insurance carriers may be required for some paid leaves.