Regaining stability after a personal crisis
At the social level, Phoenix Mecano’s commitment to sustainability can be seen in its behaviour towards its stakeholders. The company offers its employees a fair, safe work environment and a culture that recognises and harnesses individual potential. Likewise, when choosing its suppliers, Phoenix Mecano ensures that they treat their workers in a fair and lawful way.
Getting people without ideal qualifications into work can yield positive outcomes for all concerned. A powerful example from the United States illustrates this clearly.
In 2020, Triston Walters hit rock bottom. The pandemic had exacerbated his existing problems, and addiction issues gradually robbed him of the fundamentals of life – transport, a regular income, his job and, at times, even a permanent place to live. “I’d almost lost hope. I knew it was time to seek help,” he recalls.
During this critical period, he came across the Resilient Frederick County (RFC) programme. RFC puts people with a history of addiction in contact with businesses willing to give them a second chance. Our US subsidiary Phoenix Mecano Inc., based in Frederick, is also part of this network.
The company offered Walters a job as a machine operator, and following a successful probationary period, he was given a permanent contract. This opportunity not only opened up new career prospects for him, but also brought much-needed stability to his daily life. He still works on the production line and is valued by both colleagues and managers as a key member of the team.
This partnership demonstrates how businesses can make a significant social contribution through targeted support, while at the same time gaining committed, motivated employees.
