As 2019 ends, I cannot shake the feeling of missed opportunity. The negative impact of the global industrial slowdown had a pronounced effect on our overall 2019 results, which fell well below our targets. In 2019 we saw global volumes drop ~4% compared to a relatively weak 2018. The impact of tariffs, economic uncertainty, a disastrous weather induced agricultural environment, and heightened …
Year-end message from Michael Steubing, President International Packaging
Dear Colleagues, As a very eventful year comes to a close for Mauser Packaging Solutions, I want to take a moment to thank everyone at Mauser International for your contributions and hard work this year. Despite various challenges in our three international regions – including volume decline, increased competition, margin pressure, GDP decline and the trade war between China and …
Year-end message from Dave Vergo, President Large Packaging/N. American Reconditioning
As we approach the end of 2019, I want to thank all Mauser employees for their strong and dedicated contributions in such a challenging year. In 2019, our Large Packaging and Reconditioning business unit employees embraced our commitment to safety reporting ~20% lower recordable rates year over year from 2018. This improvement is a result of every employee taking ownership …
‘The Total Package’ – our Global Newsletter – Fourth Edition Available
We are excited to announce the fourth edition of our new global newsletter ‘The Total Package’. ‘The Total Package’ is a quarterly newsletter aimed at keeping employees informed of business information, direction, progress, and goals. It also provides information about company programs, initiatives, and recognition. The newsletter is available electronically in 11 languages:DutchEnglishFrenchGermanItalianMandarinPolishPortugueseRussianSpanishTurkish
CTSI Introduced as the Transportation Spot Bid and Route Guide Technology Solution for Reconditioning
Mauser Packaging Solutions Reconditioning business unit has announced plans to make systematic improvements to its transportation management process through the expanded implementation of CTSI as the transportation spot bid and route guide technology solution for Reconditioning facilities. CTSI has already been partially implemented within Return Logistics at the Addison, Ill. facility with favorable results. Planning for expansion to other facilities …
Organizational Announcement – Business Unit Consolidation
It is with mixed emotions that I announce Glenn Frommer’s intent to retire from Mauser Packaging Solutions at the end of 2019. Since joining the company in 2015, Glenn’s direction of the Large Packaging business has resulted in an increase in business unit earnings by more than 70%. Glenn has graciously agreed to stay with the Company as a consultant …
Partnering with Suppliers Who Share Our Values
Mauser Packaging Solutions’ commitment to sustainability includes working with suppliers who share a common interest in creating sustainable packaging. Many Mauser plastic suppliers demonstrate their commitment to sustainability through participation in Operation Clean Sweep (OCS). Operation Clean Sweep is a Plastics Industry Association campaign put into action to “help every plastic resin handling operation implement good housekeeping and containment practices …
Women in Manufacturing: Modern Day Pioneer
Women are increasingly finding roles in male dominated manufacturing sectors where they can make a living, grow successfully in their careers, and have a positive impact on the global economy. Mauser Packaging Solutions is proud to have women making a difference at all levels of our company. As part of our recognition of veterans throughout the month of November, today’s …
Veterans in Manufacturing
Many manufacturing companies, including Mauser Packaging Solutions, actively recruit military veterans to help fill the skills gap that currently exists within the industry. Each month, thousands of service personnel return to civilian life with a specific set of skills attained from rigorous technical training making him/her uniquely qualified for a role in manufacturing. Supporting veterans in their efforts to reconnect …
Women in Manufacturing: Three Women of Mauser
Debbie Cvitkovich Production Manager Springhill, NS, Canada Small Packaging 28 Years with MauserChristy Dinger Forklift Operator Cedar City, Utah Small Packaging 3 Months with MauserLaura Lorenzi Plant Manager Grezzago and Fonzaso, Italy International Packaging 26 Years with MauserHow did you arrive at your current position? Laura – I began my career at Mauser in a spare parts room. Exposure to …