Core Values
Mission Statement
Handgards markets value added, high quality, disposable food service products under the Handgards brand and private label programs. Management seeks to provide a safe, rewarding, and challenging work environment where employees, customers, and suppliers are treated fairly, honestly, and with dignity and respect.
Our Operating Principle
We at Handgards will maintain and build a culture and environment where honesty and integrity are the most valued characteristic of all.
Where people say what they think is right, not what they think other people want to hear.
Where there is a full understanding that realistic answers are all that are wanted and that there is no belief, deeply felt and honestly put, that won’t be considered with an open mind.
Our Core Values
- SAFETY FIRST AND INTEGRITY ALWAYS
- TREAT PEOPLE WITH DIGNITY AND RESPECT
- FOCUS ON OUR CUSTOMERS AND BUILD VALUE FOR OUR INVESTORS
- EXCELLENCE IN ALL WE DO
- SERVICE BEFORE SELF
The Indispensable Role of Our People and Core Values
At Handgards, the belief that “our company is only as good as our people” is more than a motto—it is the operational philosophy that drives our success. Our employees are not just a resource; they are the key ingredient and the most valuable asset we possess. Their collective dedication, loyalty, and hard work are directly exemplified in the quality of the products we manufacture and the service we provide.
The exceptional commitment our team shows daily is consistently aligned with, and amplified by, our five Core Values:
1. Safety First and Integrity Always
This value establishes the bedrock of trust and responsibility. Our employees ensure the safety of their colleagues and their work environment, knowing that operational excellence cannot be achieved without a secure foundation. Simultaneously, integrity dictates that every action—from manufacturing to financial reporting—is conducted honestly and ethically. This commitment minimizes risk, builds confidence with all stakeholders, and ensures the sustained health of the company.
2. Treat People with Dignity and Respect
A culture of mutual dignity and respect is essential for fostering a positive, inclusive, and high-performing workplace. By honoring this value, our people cultivate strong internal relationships and create a supportive environment where diverse perspectives are valued. This respect extends externally, ensuring every customer, supplier, and partner interaction is professional and courteous, which significantly strengthens Handgards’ reputation.
3. Focus on our Customers and Build Value for Our Investors
This value provides a clear, dual-focused mission. Our employees consistently demonstrate their commitment to our customers by providing quality products and attentive service, going the extra mile to anticipate needs and build lasting relationships. By delivering superior products efficiently and managing resources responsibly, our team directly contributes to the financial health and growth that builds value for our investors—connecting daily execution to long-term profitability.
4. Excellence in All We Do
Excellence is the standard for every task, process, and product. This core value encourages continuous improvement and meticulous attention to detail. It is seen in the rigorous quality control of the product we produce and the high caliber of service our teams deliver. Our people are constantly seeking better, more efficient ways to operate, ensuring that Handgards remains competitive and synonymous with quality.
5. Service Before Self
This is the ultimate expression of teamwork and commitment. Service before self means our employees prioritize the success of the team, the customer, and the company over personal convenience or gain. It drives collaboration, willingness to assist colleagues, and a genuine commitment to providing exceptional service to our customers. It is this selfless dedication that fuels our culture of loyalty and ensures that the entire organization moves forward as a unified, committed unit.
The Engine of Success
The loyalty and hard work of Handgards’ employees are not separate from our success—they are the engine that drives it. By consistently embodying our core values, our people transform abstract principles into tangible results: higher product quality, stronger customer relationships, a safer and more ethical work environment, and sustained financial value. At Handgards, the commitment of our people is the direct pathway to achieving collective success.