The applicant union applied for certification, submitting documentary evidence of membership for over 55% of the employees in the bargaining unit.
A group of employees filed statements of objection, including four individuals who had previously signed union membership cards.
The Board found that the origination and circulation of the opposition documents were heavily influenced by a managerial employee, with the employer's knowledge and support.
Consequently, the Board concluded that the statements of objection did not represent a voluntary change of heart.
The Board declined to order a representation vote and granted certification based on the documentary evidence.
One Board member dissented, arguing that a representation vote should have been ordered.
