Dennen’s culture is more than something we talk about; it is something we live daily.
The four pillars of our operating principles consists of our Core Values, Envisioned Future, Mission, and Quality Policy. These principles serve as the foundation for how we engage with our associates, customers, suppliers, community, and shareholders. It is how effectively we apply these principles that sets us apart from other organizations and serves as a guide for our future success.
CORE VALUES
Culture of Trust
We believe in our associates and have empowered them to make decisions. We expect fair treatment and respect amongst each other while holding one another accountable to do what is right.
Operational Excellence
We believe in a mindset of continual improvement and a collaborative approach to problem solving, focused on achieving total business effectiveness as measured by our operational metrics. We expect our associates to actively engage in making the business better.
Everyone Benefits
We believe that all stakeholders should be heard and respected. We expect every associate to contribute to the success of the team, and every stakeholder should benefit from the success of the team.
Bias for Action
We believe in action over inaction, without fear of failure.
We expect our associates to try new things, take risks, and learn from their mistakes.
Team Excellence
We believe in open and honest communication without fear of judgement. We expect every associate to be self-motivated and collaborate to achieve our business objectives.
OVER 75 YEARS OF METALS EXPERIENCE
Since 1948, Dennen Steel has been exceeding the steel needs of its customers. Founded by Cyron Dennen as a steel brokerage firm in Grand Rapids, Michigan, the company has evolved into a world class manufacturer, specializing in steel processing, metal stamping, and value added assemblies.
With our mill direct relationships Dennen is able to improve quality, reduce cost, reduce lead-times and improve performance through a fully integrated supply chain. The Dennen Lean Advantage provides our customers with a less complex, less risky supply chain solution than traditional stamping suppliers.
A supplier of Class A (exposed) blanks, configured blanks, progressive stampings (up to 600 tons – 144” bed size) and value added assemblies, Dennen’s manufacturing facility in Michigan is strategically located to support our customers with 1 to 2 day shipping.
As an ISO-9001 certified company, Dennen has the requisite processes and procedures to exceed our customers exacting standards. Our in-house robotic MIG and resistance welders, tapping, staking, and hand assembly capabilities allows Dennen to take on a variety of different projects to support our customers diverse manufacturing needs.
Philmore Dennen & President Gerald Ford
Envisioned Future
Transform our heritage in metal forming into a leading full-service manufacturer, committed to innovation and excellence while upholding our core values and fostering a culture of work-life balance for our team and community.
Mission
- Add value to our customers.
- Contribute to the economical growth of our community.
- Contribute to the stability and well-being of our team members.
- Contribute to the overall profitable growth of Dennen Steel
Quality Policy
- Customer Focused.
- Integrity Driven.
- Unquestionable Quality and Product Safety
through Continual Improvement.
Our Legacy
For over 75 years Dennen Steel has been growing and evolving into a world class manufacturing company.
We have built a culture that provides opportunity for our associates to develop both their technical skills and their leadership skills. We work daily to protect our culture so that we attract the industries best and brightest talent.
At Dennen, we believe our legacy is written every day, by every associate, through the work we do.
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P.O. Box 3200
Grand Rapids, MI 49501
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3033 Fruit Ridge Ave NW
Grand Rapids, MI 49544 USA
616-784-2000