NLRB hears union complaints about Alabama Mercedes plant

[Omaha Steve]

http://www.montgomeryadvertiser.com/viewart/20140410/BUSINESS/304100002/NLRB-hears-union-complaints-about-Ala-Mercedes-plant


Mercedes Benz plant in Vance. / CONTRIBUTED

BIRMINGHAM — A judge with the National Labor Relations Board is considering a complaint filed by union supporters at the Mercedes-Benz plant in Alabama, where labor has failed to gain a foothold despite past organizing attempts.

The Tuscaloosa News has reported that a hearing being conducted this week in Birmingham focuses on the complaints of union backers who work at the factory, located in Vance.

Union supporters contend the company has violated their rights by preventing them from talking freely with co-workers about forming a union at the auto plant. Mercedes-Benz denies the allegation and says it is neutral on whether employees should join the United Auto Workers.

At issue is whether the company can restrict discussions about unions in “team center” areas where production workers gather before shifts and take breaks.

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