NOVEMBER 2026 STEWARDS SPOTLIGHT: BROTHER RODRIGO SAMANO

This month, Teamsters Local 767 is proud to recognize Brother Rodrigo Samano, a Navy veteran and dedicated steward at Danone!

Since joining Danone in 2021, Rodrigo has worked his way from Maintenance Tech I to Maintenance Tech III while dedicating more than four years to serving as a steward and advocating for his fellow Teamsters.

Throughout his time as a steward, Rodrigo has successfully resolved numerous grievances. He takes great pride in resolving issues at the grievance level, holding management accountable, challenging arbitrary decisions, and ensuring that workplace rules and practices remain consistent with our collective bargaining agreement.

Rodrigo mentors new stewards and apprentices, provides Spanish interpretation, and is actively involved in Local 767 events. He also participated in the 2024 contract negotiations and stood alongside his fellow members on the practice picket line.

His commitment to Local 767 extends beyond the workplace. Rodrigo has been an integral part of the Christmas Toy Drive, supports and campaigns for D.R.I.V.E., and brought his competitive spirit to the 2026 Chili Cook-Off, where he and his team, the Chili Bandits, earned the People's Choice Award and placed third!

When asked what means the most to him as a steward, Rodrigo shared that helping a Brother or Sister return to work and be made whole is what matters most. Being able to stand up for fellow members, enforce the contract, and protect their rights is what makes serving as a steward so meaningful to him.

Thank you, Brother Rodrigo, for your commitment to standing up for your fellow Teamsters. Your hard work makes a difference!