Cincinnati, Ohio – Hormel Foods presented its Spirit of Excellence Award to ProAmpac, one of the fastest growing flexible packaging manufacturers, on June 27. This award recognizes the consistent level of service and quality from ProAmpac’s Terrebonne, Quebec facility and its commitment to continuous improvement.

ProAmpac leadership was presented the award at the Hormel Foods world headquarters in Austin, Minn. “Hormel Foods is proud to partner with the suppliers that have earned our Spirit of Excellence Award,” said Curtis Southard, director of purchasing at Hormel Foods. “They truly go above and beyond in helping us produce high-quality products for consumers around the world.”

Using a universal measurement system, Hormel Foods ensures all suppliers are held to the same standards. Award criteria include meeting performance requirements, making on-time deliveries and providing high-level customer support.

Josh Becker, corporate buyer for Hormel Foods, along with Southard, presented the award to Vince Musacchio, president of ProAmpac’s Global Flexibles Division.

“We continue to celebrate our successful partnership with Hormel Foods. We are honored that Hormel Foods recognizes our dedication to service and quality,” stated Musacchio. “To recieve this award from a company that itself is the recipient of numerous accolades for its commitments to consumers, employees and corporate responsibility is especially meaningful,” he added.

Hormel Spirit of Excellence Award Presentation June 27 at Hormel Foods headquarters in Austin, Minn.  From Left to Right: Tim LaBonte, sales manager, ProAmpac; Josh Becker, corporate buyer, Hormel Foods; Vince Musacchio, president Global Flexibles Division, ProAmpac; Craig Rutman vice president, national sales, ProAmpac; Matt Swigerd, corporate manager of purchasing, Hormel Foods.