Core Values
More Stories
We commit to these core values to guide our decisions and behavior and set a standard of excellence that rewards our customers, our employees and our shareholders
Accountability
We accept responsibility for achieving targeted goals and objectives.
CORPORATE CITIZENSHIP
We value the communities where our employees live and work. We recognize the importance of “family” and strive to balance our work and personal priorities.
CUSTOMER SATISFACTION
We take great pride in exceeding our customers’ expectations. We build enduring relationships by anticipating, understanding and fulfilling our customers’ needs.
EMPLOYEE DEVELOPMENT
We support personal growth and continuous learning whether in the classroom or through on-the-job training. We encourage employees to accept new challenges and to demonstrate individual initiative. We are committed to providing performance feedback and coaching in order to bring out the best in our employees.
FINANCIAL STABILITY
We are committed to maintaining economic strength and long term viability for the benefit of our employees and shareholders.
INTEGRITY
We are honest and ethical in all our business dealings, starting with how we treat each other. Our personal conduct ensures that Olympic Steel’s name is always worthy of trust.
QUALITY
We are committed to identifying and eliminating the sources of error and waste in our processes. We believe that quality excellence is pivotal to our success.
RESPECT
We treat each other with honor and dignity, while valuing individual and cultural differences. We communicate frequently and effectively while listening to each other regardless of position.
SAFETY
We are committed to providing a safe work environment and promoting employee health and well being through continuous education.
TEAMWORK
We value and reward both individual and team achievements. We encourage employees to cross organizational boundaries in order to advance the interest of customers and shareholders.