<p><strong>About:<br /><br /></strong>Millwright Local 1592 was founded on August 2, 1956, as a skilled trades local of the United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners of America (UBC Millwrights). For nearly seven decades, our members have built a reputation for precision, safety, and professionalism across Ontario’s industrial sector.<br /><br /><strong>Our Reach</strong><br /><br />Based in Sarnia, Ontario, Local 1592 proudly serves seven counties: Lambton, Middlesex, Elgin, Oxford, Huron, Perth, and Bruce. We are one of twelve Millwright Locals in Canada that together form the Millwright Regional Council, representing union millwrights across the country.<br /><br /><strong>Our Work</strong><br /><br />Local 1592 members specialize in the installation, maintenance, diagnosis, and repair of heavy machinery and equipment. Our expertise spans a wide range of industries, including:</p>
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<li>Gas & Nuclear Energy</li>
<li>Alternative Energy</li>
<li>Automotive & Aerospace</li>
<li>Food Processing</li>
<li>Mining & Petrochemical</li>
<li>Steel & Pharmaceuticals</li>
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<p>Whether assembling equipment to exacting tolerances or managing complex industrial projects, our members deliver results that keep Ontario’s industries running.<br /><br /><strong>Training & Standards</strong><br /><br />We believe in continuous training and skill development to keep pace with evolving technology. Local 1592 millwrights are trained to perform precision work down to a thousandth of an inch, ensuring accuracy and dependability on every job. Our members also contribute to modern infrastructure initiatives, such as Ontario’s electrification projects, playing a key role in advancing the province’s future.<br /><br /><strong>Our Membership<br /><br /></strong>Today, Millwright Local 1592 is proud to represent over 800 members—skilled professionals dedicated to quality craftsmanship, safety, and integrity on every project.<br /><br /><strong>Organizing:</strong><br /><br />Simple. Straightforward. Supported.<br />Step 1: Start the Conversation Contact us confidentially. We listen to your workplace concerns and explain your options.<br />Step 2: Build Understanding A Business Manager or Organizer answers questions about the process, timeline, and what organizing could mean for your workplace.<br />Step 3: Take Collective Action If there's support, we guide you through every step with full legal and organizing expertise.<br />No hidden fees. No surprises. No pressure.<br />The organizing process is designed to give workers a democratic voice in their workplace while maintaining positive working relationships.<br /><br /><strong>Contact:</strong></p>
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<li><strong>Steve Laur</strong><br />Business Manager <br /><a href="mailto:slaur@ubcmillwrights.ca">slaur@ubcmillwrights.ca</a><br />519-337-7021</li>
<li><strong>Patrick Grix</strong><br />Business Representative <br /><a href="mailto:pgrix@ubcmillwrights.ca">pgrix@ubcmillwrights.ca</a><br />519-337-7021</li>
<li><strong>Aaron Barylski</strong><br />Trainer <br /><a href="mailto:abarylski@ubcmillwrights.ca">abarylski@ubcmillwrights.ca</a><br />519-337-7021</li>
<li><strong>Tammie MacLachlan<br /></strong>Administrative Assistant<br /><a href="mailto:tmaclachlan@ubcmillwrights.ca">tmaclachlan@ubcmillwrights.ca</a><br />519-337-7021</li>
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<p><strong>Resources:</strong></p>
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<li><a href="http://www.amcontario.ca">(Partnership) AMCO</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.manionwilkins.com">(Benefit Provider) Manion Wilkins & Associates LTD</a></li>
<li>(Scholarship) Ted Ryan Memorial Scholarship - <em>Contact Local</em></li>
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