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Sanmina Corporation (Nasdaq: SANM), a leading integrated manufacturing solutions company making some of the world’s most complex and innovative optical, electronic and mechanical products, today announced that its Guadalajara, Mexico operations are the recipient of two of the country’s most prestigious corporate social responsibility (CSR) awards. These awards include the Empresa Incluyente Gilberto Rincon Gallardo Award and the Mexican Center for Philanthropy Socially Responsible Business Distinction Award.
“Sanmina has a strong and impressive legacy of treating its employees with great dignity and encouraging innovative thinking and collaboration among its workforce,” said Jaime Zuniga Hernandez, Federal Labor Representative of Jalisco State. “Sanmina continues to be a leader in corporate social responsibility programs and outreach in Jalisco State, and we look forward to future contributions to the community.”
The Empresa Incluyente Gilberto Rincon Gallardo Award is sponsored by the Mexican government and recognizes companies with a proven commitment to corporate social responsibility. The award is focused on preventing discrimination, and encourages companies to have inclusive work practices directed towards individuals with disabilities or other social and medical challenges.
The Mexican Center for Philanthropy (“Centro Mexicano para la Filantropia”) is a non-profit association that promotes philanthropy and social responsibility in Mexico with a focus on community development. Each year the organization recognizes companies that have demonstrated responsible corporate ethics and governance practices as well as dedication to improving social and environmental landscapes in areas where the company operates.
“We are deeply honored to receive recognition for our efforts in making a difference in our community,” said Javier Carral, Executive Vice President of Sanmina’s Mexico Operations. “Without question Sanmina’s employees are the cornerstone of our business, and we are proud to offer employment and advanced opportunities to our employees and people with disabilities or other challenges. At Sanmina, we are committed to being a socially responsible company and contributing to the success of our employees and the community.”
Sanmina’s Guadalajara, Mexico operations produce a broad range of products for the communications networks, medical, industrial, multimedia and automotive markets. Products include complex communications infrastructure and medical equipment, gaming systems and advanced automotive electronics.
