10/09/2026
🎉🏆 EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH – SEPTEMBER 🏆🎉
Please join us in congratulating Andrew Kawano, Electronics Tech – 2nd Shift, on being named our September Employee of the Month! 👏🎊
Andrew consistently demonstrates our HEART Values through his outstanding teamwork, dependability, positive attitude, and willingness to go above and beyond to support our team. Whether it's helping Maintenance, Production, or Shipping, Andrew is always ready to step in and get the job done! ❤️
💪 H – HUSTLE
Andrew demonstrates HUSTLE by always going the extra mile. When the robots are down in Delkor, he doesn't hesitate to jump on a lift and help clear the lines. He also assists Shipping and operates forklifts to support both Production and Warehouse operations. He is always willing to help, even when the task falls outside his normal maintenance responsibilities.
⭐ E – EXCEL
Andrew continues to EXCEL by taking ownership of every task and making sure equipment and processes are running efficiently. His strong work ethic and technical skills make him someone the team can always depend on. When Andrew arrives to address an issue, the team knows he will do everything he can to get it resolved.
🔄 A – ADAPT
Andrew demonstrates ADAPT by stepping outside his regular maintenance duties to support wherever he is needed. Whether he is troubleshooting equipment, clearing production lines, or assisting the Warehouse team, he adjusts quickly to changing priorities and always maintains a positive attitude.
📣 R – RESPOND
Andrew truly represents RESPOND through his quick action and commitment to getting the job done right. When Maintenance is called for assistance, he responds immediately, even when he isn't specifically asked to help. More importantly, he doesn't just fix the issue and walk away. He stays at the point of need to make sure everything is running properly before moving on. His dependability and sense of ownership make a tremendous difference in our daily operations.
🤝 T – TOGETHER
Andrew brings everyone TOGETHER through his exceptional teamwork and willingness to help across departments. He never hesitates to support Production, Shipping, Warehouse, or his fellow Maintenance team members. He understands that everyone's success is connected and is always willing to lend a hand, no matter the task. His positive attitude and team-first mindset are a great example of what it means to be a valuable team member at John Soules Foods.
Andrew's dependability, strong work ethic, positive attitude, and outstanding willingness to help others make him a tremendous asset to our Valley team. He consistently goes above and beyond, takes ownership of challenges, and never considers a job finished until the issue is resolved.
His dedication and teamwork truly represent what our HEART Values are all about! ❤️
🌟 Congratulations, Andrew, on this well-deserved recognition! 🌟
Thank you for everything you do to support our team and keep our operations running smoothly. We appreciate your hard work, dedication, and the positive impact you make every day! 👏🎉🏆