Sustainability
Environment
Milne is committed to ongoing improvement programs with respect to energy utilization, water use/reuse, wastewater and recycling. In 2014, the company conducted lighting/power studies and launched a capital improvement program to reduce power consumption by over 340,000 kWh and natural gas by 9,500,000 cc ft.
Capital improvements reduced the use of waste water treatment chemicals and total soluble solids (TSS) discharge through Milne’s waste water system. The company now recycles over 400,000 pounds of corrugate and plastics a year; keeping 200 tons of waste out of local landfills including batteries, waste oil, electronics, office paper and miscellaneous metals.
Workplace
Milne is committed to our people. Retaining and developing their enthusiasm and determination to succeed is paramount to Milne’s strategy for growth and success. Our Standard Code of Conduct focuses on critical ethical business practices and provides a safe and healthy workplace. This includes a business environment that sets respect for co-workers, suppliers, customers and partners as an absolute expectation. Milne is committed to the principles of equality and diversity and complies with all relevant equality and anti-discrimination legislation.
Community
Milne supports its local communities through robust volunteerism and direct donation support by both the company and our employees. We support organizations like March of Dimes, Muscular Dystrophy, Breast Cancer Awareness, Special Olympics of Washington, Little League, 4H Projects, Prosser Memorial Hospital, Prosser Rotary Club, Prosser Piranhas’ Swim Team, Prosser High School Baseball and 30 other organizations and community events.
Employee
Milne hires career-minded people looking for long-term employment and supports employee growth through on-the-job training, outside classes and seminars, internal training classes and tuition reimbursement. Full-time regular positions include a benefits package offering a full range of insurance, paid leave and retirement plans and involving our employees in the communities we all share.