Interstate Resources, Inc. Corporate Mission & Culture

Interstate Resources, Inc. is a market-driven, customer-focused company committed to serving the paperboard and packaging markets. We operate with high ethical values and with a high regard for the well being, development and safety of our people.
We achieve profitability through optimal performance in all our business activities, by adding value for our customers and by managing with an entrepreneurial spirit. We will steadily and predictably increase the economic value of the company.

Vision

Customers

Interstate Resources consciously selects and proactively seeks to build and enhance our business with those customers who buy on value. We develop an in-depth knowledge of our customers' business and industry and provide them with innovative, tailored value-adding products and services that key competitors are unable or unwilling to provide. We build and maintain long-term, positive relationships with key customer personnel. We will become an indispensable partner who helps our customers achieve their business objectives.

People

The safety and well-being of our people are primary factors in every business decision. Individuals are part of a caring team and are encouraged to develop and fully utilize their talent and experience in support of the business. Members of the company are encouraged to seek innovative ways to improve every aspect of how we conduct business. We nurture the disciplined entrepreneurial spirit. We hire and retain people who are comfortable with our unique company culture. We are a company with whom people can build and enjoy long-term careers.

Owners

We will be a company in which the owners wish to invest. As disciplined entrepreneurs, we will build credibility by:

Achieving steady & predictable performance against key objectives
Possessing in-depth knowledge of our markets & our customers' industries
Developing & implementing effective business strategies
Demonstrating effective project management
Providing relevant, timely & accurate information in support of the global company
Developing and sharing technical & leadership talent in support of the global business

Values

We recognize the need to build a loyal customer base.
We are committed to service.
We are committed to supplying products of best value.
We foster and treasure long-term relationships with our employees, customers and suppliers.
Our relationships are based on integrity, mutual respect, and openness.
Our culture encourages entrepreneurial ventures, which are coupled with a sense of ownership - an environment where people have personal and professional flexibility.
We value experience and longevity in our employees. Around 120 employees have been with Interstate Resources for over 30 years.