LANSING, NY (CortacaToday) — BorgWarner is following the Lansing strike closely.

In a statement to WHCU, the Michigan-based company addressed ongoing contract talks with the union representing striking workers:

“BorgWarner is working closely and collaboratively with Teamsters Local 317 on a contract agreement. We respect the law, the Union, and the rights of our employees to engage in collective bargaining. BorgWarner has been working to reach a sustainable agreement with the Teamsters that will improve the lives of our workforce. BorgWarner has presented several proposals that provide substantial wage increases, additional paid time off, and other improvements to the Teamsters but the proposals have not been accepted. BorgWarner is seeking a fair and sustainable contract that continues to provide top-tier jobs for our employees. Key topics are wages, benefits, time off, and overtime.”

In response to the last round of contract talks, a union spokesperson called it a “slap in the face.” An agreement ended Sunday, and Teamster members went on strike midnight on Monday.