On Boarding Plans
All new hires receive a written training plan at hire in order to accelerate their early personal development.
Performance Assessment
Employees receive tri-annual performance reviews that provide direct and data-driven feedback, performance against goals, and roadmaps for continuing personal development.
Personal Development Planning
Employees are given self-directed opportunities to conduct personal exploratory surveys and self-assessments to elevate self-awareness and inform future career choices. Employees write a personal development plan and, with manager sponsorship, engage in actions that increase skills and competencies.
Peer Support
Ad-hoc groups are encouraged to form book circles and joint studies, with an objective of sharing professional experiences and gaining constructive feedback from peers.
Stairway to Excellence Program
This program includes a Company subsidy and support for employees to gain certification from the American Society of Quality (ASQ). ASQ certified employees serve as internal quality auditors and advisers, which inspires personal and organizational continuous improvement activities.
