Taoyuan:The union representing workers at Micron Technology Inc.'s Taoyuan operations announced it has secured authorization for a strike, with the possibility of a "surprise strike" if negotiations with the company do not yield results.
According to Focus Taiwan, of the 2,258 eligible union members, 2,012 cast votes, with 1,994 supporting the strike action, 14 opposing, and four ballots invalid. This outcome shows that 88.3% of all eligible members, or 99% of those who voted, are in favor of striking.
At a news conference in Taipei, union chairman Jerry Lin stated that no specific date for a strike has been set. Lin mentioned that members would be notified via text message when a decision is made, with a "surprise strike" as one possible tactic to prevent the company from preemptive measures.
Micron's Incentive Pay Plan (IPP) is central to the dispute, with the union criticizing its lack of transparency and disproportionate rewards for senior executives. The union is advocating for a long-term system where 15% of Micron's operating profit is shared with employees. A proposed compensation package for Taiwanese employees, promising at least NT$1.7 million in cash for fiscal year 2026, was rejected by the union as insufficient.
Micron has reported US$133.19 billion in revenue and US$99.34 billion in operating income for fiscal 2026, ending September 3. The union is urging workers to join a rally in Taipei on October 19, ahead of another mediation session on October 22 with Micron's Taichung union.
Micron has expressed respect for employees' legal rights and is committed to continuing dialogue with the unions. The Ministry of Labor has acknowledged the union's strike vote and is encouraging Micron to propose feasible solutions. The ministry is collaborating with local government bodies to support ongoing negotiations.
