At IRD Glass, we believe values are more than just words on a page; they’re the foundation of our entire business. Rooted in biblical principles, our core values – Pride, Innovation, and Partnership – guide our decisions, actions, and interactions. They are a beacon of consistency and purpose to guide our future and inform our legacy. Pride is informed by scriptures like Galatians 6:4:
“Each one should test their own actions. Then they can take pride in themselves alone, without comparing themselves to someone else.”
Pride represents our commitment to continuous improvement and innovation in every facet of our business, even outside of it.
What Does Pride Mean to Us?
Pride at IRD Glass isn’t about boastfulness; it’s about purpose. Pride evokes the passion that drives us to refine our skills, grow as individuals, and build stronger partnerships. This value applies to our professional, spiritual, physical, and mental well-being and extends to how we engage with our team, customers, suppliers, and community. It’s a holistic approach that touches every part of our business.
Pride in Action at IRD
Pride in Our Work First and foremost, we are proud that our customers trust us to help bring their dreams to fruition. Whether our team is working on components for medical, aerospace, or defense applications, we are proud of the impact our parts make in the world.
Investing in People Pride starts with our team. We believe in supporting our employees’ professional, spiritual, physical, and mental well-being. Whether through professional development opportunities, health initiatives, or fostering a culture of respect and collaboration, we create an environment where people can thrive and take pride.
Continuous Improvement At IRD Glass, we proudly embrace the philosophy of never-ending improvement. Whether enhancing our manufacturing processes through Lean training and Six Sigma methodologies or refining our internal workflows, we’re always looking for ways to improve. This commitment ensures that our precision components meet our customers’ and ourselves’ highest quality standards.
Building Strong Partnerships Our relationships with customers, suppliers, and the community are built on trust and mutual respect. We take pride in understanding our partners’ needs and goals and working in transparent tandem to deliver exceptional results. By aligning our actions with our values, we build integral, lasting connections that drive success for everyone involved.
Community Engagement Pride extends beyond our walls. Whether through sponsorships like the Ridgewater College Ignite program, corporate giving, or our Just Cause initiatives, we’re passionate about pouring back into the community. These efforts reflect the integrity of our commitment to positively impacting and inspiring others to dream big.
Pride as a Legacy
At its heart, Pride is about stewardship—of our skills, relationships, and mission. By fostering a work culture prioritizing pride, we ensure that IRD Glass remains a trusted partner and industry leader. More importantly, we’re creating a legacy that aligns with our core values and makes a lasting difference in the lives of those we serve, in and out of the office.
Looking Ahead
Pride will remain a cornerstone of who we are and what we do as we continue to grow. It’s a value that propels us forward, helping us fulfill our Just Cause: “Making your dreams for tomorrow, a reality today.” Together, we will continue to build a company that reflects our values and inspires greatness in all who interact with us. Stay tuned for our next blog in this values series to learn about how we embody “Innovation” as a core value!