Giant Eagle and Heinen’s Workers Secure Historic Contracts with Major Gains

Over 8,000 grocery workers at Giant Eagle and Heinen’s approved new four-year contracts recently. These agreements include:

• The largest wage increases in decades.
• Higher starting pay and increased premium wage rates.
• Broader access to affordable health insurance for families.
• Expanded preventive healthcare services for both children and adults.
• Improved paid time off benefits.

Further specifics of the contracts have not been disclosed. The workers are represented by UFCW Local 880 in Northeast Ohio. “This contract isn’t just about wages, it sets the standard for how America’s essential workers deserve to be treated,” said Miles Anderson, President of UFCW Local 880. “With these new agreements, Giant Eagle and Heinen’s are acknowledging the critical role their workers play in their success and the communities they serve.”

Both Giant Eagle CEO Bill Artman and Heinen’s Co-President Tom Heinen expressed hopes that the new contracts would demonstrate appreciation and recognition for the employees’ contributions. “By renewing this agreement, we ensure fair and deserving compensation for the vital work our employees do across Northeast Ohio,” said Heinen.

Giant Eagle operates over 470 stores in Western Pennsylvania, North Central Ohio, Northern West Virginia, Maryland, and Indiana. Heinen’s has 23 locations, with 19 in the Cleveland area.