Steel-Pro Inc., a leading custom manufacturer of stainless steel tanks, vessels, and equipment, has been recognized as one of the Best Places to Work in Maine for 2023 by the Maine State Council of the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), Best Companies Group, and BridgeTower Media. This prestigious accolade underscores Steel-Pro’s commitment to fostering a positive, innovative, and employee-centric work environment.
The annual Best Places to Work in Maine awards celebrate businesses that prioritize the well-being and growth of their workforce. Steel-Pro’s inclusion on this esteemed list speaks to its dedication to excellence in workplace practices and employee experience. The company’s culture, which emphasizes safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement, has played a pivotal role in securing this recognition.
“We are thrilled to be recognized as one of the Best Places to Work in Maine for 2023, and being the only dedicated welding and fabrication company to earn this recognition this year is a real honor for our employee-owners.,” said Steve Ladd, President & CEO at Steel-Pro Inc. “Our employee-owners are the backbone of our success, and this award is a testament to their dedication, hard work, and the collaborative spirit that defines our organization.”
The evaluation process for the Best Places to Work in Maine awards comprises two critical components. Firstly, an assessment of workplace policies, practices, and demographics contributes 25% of the total evaluation. Secondly, a comprehensive employee survey, accounting for 75% of the evaluation, gauges the employee experience within the organization. The combined results determine the top companies and their final rankings.
“The 2023 Best Places to Work in Maine are champions of business who know the importance of a positive, productive work environment. They support their staff members which results in success throughout the entire company,” said Suzanne Fischer-Huettner, managing director of BridgeTower Media for the East Division. “BridgeTower Media is pleased to join the Maine State Council of the Society for Human Resource Management and the Best Companies Group in recognizing the achievements of these deserving companies.”
Steel-Pro Inc.’s vision to achieve zero injuries and zero quality defects reflects its dedication to safety and quality excellence. Their commitment to delivering custom process equipment of the highest quality, on time, and at competitive prices underscores their mission to provide value to customers while maintaining a safe and empowering workplace.
The recognition will be celebrated at the Best Places to Work in Maine awards event on October 11, at the Augusta Civic Center. Steel-Pro Inc.’s achievement will also be highlighted in a publication distributed at the event and featured in the October 30 issue of Mainebiz.
For more information about Steel-Pro Inc. and its commitment to innovation, safety, and excellence, please visit https://steelprousa.com/. To learn more about the Best Places to Work in Maine awards and the event, visit https://bestcompaniesgroup.com/best-places-to-work-in-maine/
About Steel-Pro Inc:
Steel-Pro Inc. is a leading custom manufacturer of ASME code pressure vessels, biopharmaceutical equipment, vacuum chambers, storage tanks, and other custom-designed equipment. Established in 1978 and based in Mid-coast Maine, Steel-Pro Inc. operates under a vision of zero injuries and zero quality defects, driven by its dedicated team of employee-owners. The company’s commitment to safety, quality, and an empowering workplace has earned them recognition as one of the Best Places to Work in Maine for 2023.
