Lean Journey

Sharon Long is the winner of the 2011 Gardner Glass Lean Manufacturing Award. 2012 will mark Sharon's 44th year with the company. We appreciate all of her hard work, her positive attitude, & her desire to make Gardner Glass a better place!

In 2006 Gardner Glass Products began awarding an individual within our company for their exemplary attitude & outstanding accomplishments in lean manufacturing for the year. We are pleased to recognize this elite group of employees!

Lean Award Winner from bottom left to right:

2006 - Ronnie Blevins
2007 - Mike Holbrook
2008 - Dan Day / Kim Theodorsen (Texas)
2009 - Corey Nichols
2010 - Dwayne McSorley
2011 - Sharon Long

2008 Award Recipient Kim Theodorsen from our Huntsville, TX location

Will you be the next recipient of this distinguished award? Please join us in our 2012 challenge to embrace commitment and follow thru throughout our organization!

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Health Problems That are Growing in a Slow Economy

As the economy worsens, Americans have been reporting anxiety, depression and stress-related symptoms in increasing numbers. This is doubly problematic because those individuals bearing the brunt of these stress induced illnesses are also among the most likely not to have health insurance.

1. Stress: “Time” magazine identified stress at the leading health problem in the United States and undoubtedly this is the most correlated heath issue with economic woes. High levels of stress can lead to increased heart rate, high blood pressure, stroke, heart attack, diabetes, ulcers, lower back pain, and more.
2. Cold or Flu: The common cold is one of the most widespread sicknesses among Americans and is often triggered by short bouts with stress, such as that which might arise from falling behind in paying bills. Although a mild condition, it can lead to high fever, throat infections, and sinus issues. Flu can be caused by infections, change in working environment, exposure to heat, and many other reasons.
3. Heart Disease: Congenital and Peripheral Artery Disease can lead to serious health problems such as a heart attack or stroke. Those with high cholesterol, diabetes, or obesity are at higher risk for heart disease.
4. High Blood Pressure: Although it is estimated that one in three American adults have high blood pressure, most don’t know about it. Ignoring high blood pressure can lead to stroke, heart attack, heart failure, or kidney failure.
5. Insomnia: This is a medical condition where the person suffers from sleeplessness. The most common reason for this is stress. The patient with insomnia also suffers from lethargy and tiredness.

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New Quality Position

We are pleased to announce the 2012 addition of a North Wilkesboro Quality Inspector to our plant staffing. Mr. Frank Anderson has been chosen for this position. Frank joined Gardner Glass Products in 1997 and has held many positions in manufacturing operations during that time. This appointment underscores GGP’s emphasis on quality commitment and follow thru. We have created a Quality Store in each of our plants; each store has been equipped with specialized equipment that Frank will be using to perform random quality checks. Please give Frank your full support as we welcome him to his new position.

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Bob Roberts

Bob started September 9, 1991, a week before the Indianapolis Branch opened. He actually helped in setting up the branch. Since that time Bob has driven over 2 million miles and delivered more than 25,000 cases all over the Midwest ( IN. Il. MI. WI. IA. MO. NE. KA. KY. TN. OH. WV. MN. PA.) As Bruce Ator of the Indianapolis OnGlass Experts branch recently stated very matter-of-factly: "There is not a better driver in the business. If Bob can not put a case where a customer wants it with the boom, it can not be done. And as far as his skill in backing a pup trailer in and around warehouses, he is the best!"

Thank you Bob for all your hard work and being a great representative of Gardner Glass Products, Inc.

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Employment Anniversaries

There are no employee anniversaries in a 5-year interval this month

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NEWSLETTER CONTRIBUTORS:

Site Editor:
Holly White

(with assistance from Mandy Marxen)

Employee Involvement
Jim Archibald & Rebecca Johnson

Personnel Events
Dan Day & Harvey Harbour

Health & Economic Issues
Mary Adams

Lean Initiatives
Charles Church

Computer Tips
Tom Jones

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February 24, 2012