450 workers at Huddersfield automotive factory to go on strike
The staff at the Cummins factory are walking out over levels of pay
Last updated 1st Apr 2026
450 workers at a Huddersfield-based automotive engineering factory are set to go on strike in a pay dispute.
Cummins makes turbocharger parts for vehicles produced by Volvo, DAF and Scania from its site off St Andrew's Road.
Union Unite say workers have rejected a two year pay deal, which would see wages go up by 4.5% in the first year, as it would have an adverse impact on annual leave.
Unite regional officer Dan Stephens said: “These members are skilled workers performing precision engineering."
"However, their real terms pay has been in decline for years. While they generate massive value for the company, a history of below inflation rises has resulted in a significant real terms pay cut.
"While the company has made offers, they have been tied to changes to terms and conditions, hard-won over many years, that the members understandably don’t want to lose
“Cummins’ clients will not be happy that their operations will be disrupted because of the company’s greed. This dispute will continue to escalate until Cummins returns to the negotiating table with an offer our members can accept.”
Unite says it will set out further details of the strike action in the coming days and claim the walkout will "shut down" the factory.
A spokesperson for Cummins said: "Cummins is engaged in ongoing, good faith discussions on pay and employee terms and conditions with Unite at our Huddersfield facility."
"We remain committed to working through the agreed dispute resolution process and to exploring all viable options to reach a fair and mutually acceptable agreement.
"Operations continue as normal, and we are maintaining transparent communication with employees, customers and stakeholders as discussions continue."