LEWISTOWN, PA – May 18, 2026 – Trinity Plastics in Lewistown, PA, received the Integrity in Business Award from the Juniata River Valley Chamber of Commerce. Trinity Plastics is part of Inteplast Group’s IBS Division and has a sister facility in Pueblo, CO, and produces trash bags/can liners, food wraps, bags, and containers along with T-shirt and carry-out bags.
IBS Division President Ronnie Chang praised the Trinity team for its “dedication and character.”
“Trinity has built a workplace culture grounded in integrity, inclusion, respect, and opportunity—values that embody Inteplast Group’s corporate culture at its best. Their commitment to supporting employees and strengthening the local community makes this honor well deserved while helping position Trinity as an employer of choice in the region,” said Chang.
A Chamber of Commerce dinner and ceremony were held on Wednesday, May 13 in Mifflintown, PA. The Trinity plant is located in Mifflin County along the Juniata River.
Human Resources Manager Kathy Hatch accepted the award on the plant’s behalf. “This award is a reflection of our people. Under the leadership of our Plant Manager Matt Cram and the management team, we have focused on building a culture centered on safety, continuous improvement, respect, growth, and opportunity. We are proud of what our employees have accomplished together,” said Hatch.
Rhonda Kelley, executive director of the Juniata River Valley Chamber of Commerce, stated that Trinity Plastics was “a truly deserving recipient.”
“Their willingness to build and support a diverse workforce representing multiple countries, while successfully navigating language barriers, speaks volumes about their inclusive culture and leadership. Coupled with their efforts to strengthen employee retention and foster a positive workplace environment, Trinity Plastics continues to set a high standard for businesses across our region. We are proud to recognize their achievements and look forward to their continued growth and future expansion,” said Kelley.
According to the criteria for the award, the honored business or organization must exemplify the qualities of honesty, fairness, ethical business practices and concern for employees and customers.
Matt Cram, plant manager, said the award was a reflection of Trinity staff and its management. “The effort needed to receive this award truly should be shared by all. We would not be in the position that we are in if we didn’t get buy-in from all team members. We are proud to embrace and accept the diverse cultures that represent Trinity Plastics. Together we are stronger.”
About Inteplast Group
Established in 1991, Inteplast Group is a leading integrated plastics and paper manufacturer founded on the ideals of American manufacturing. Our products support diverse markets including healthcare, foodservice, packaging, building products, grocery, retail, sanitation, industrial, and graphic arts industries. Headquartered in Livingston, N.J., Inteplast Group is now more than 10,000 employees strong and operates more than 100 facilities worldwide, including our flagship manufacturing complex in Lolita, Texas. Our dedicated and experienced people are committed to delivering quality products and partnering with our customers to enable their success. Visit http://www.inteplast.com for more information.
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