Union People
Remembering Glenn Gamdolfo, a lifelong Union advocate
Glenn Gandolfo, a longtime Machinists official who spent nearly 30 years fighting for workers’ rights, passed away Monday, April 6, at age 79.
Born in San Francisco, he was the son of an IAM mechanic employed by the City. After high school, Glenn apprenticed as an auto mechanic at Putnam Buick and later worked at Daland Nissan in Millbrae, where he served as shop steward.
Honoring Jorge Portillo: 65 Years of Union dedication
Jorge Alberto Portillo was born on April 19, 1936—one year older than the Golden Gate Bridge. He grew up in San Salvador, El Salvador, the son of a shoemaker and labor organizer.
In 1960, Jorge immigrated to the U.S., taking on various jobs before finding his calling as a machinist in 1961. Government programs helped him become a citizen, and at a community college in San Francisco he studied American history, the Constitution, the labor movement, and community engagement.
Inspired in part by Harry Bridges of the ILWU, Jorge became active in the unions representing his worksites, fighting for healthcare, pensions, and workers’ rights.
Meet Business Representative Bryce Giordanengo
In his second week as a Business Rep for Local 1101, Bryce Giordanengo brings shop-floor experience, a strong union background, and a commitment to helping members be heard.
Bryce brings more than 15 years of experience in quality inspection, supervision, and management across the aerospace and semiconductor industries. Nearly five years ago, he became a Quality Inspector at Northrop Grumman—his first union position—and has been a union member ever since.