Awards & Certifications

Since 1947, Nelson-Jameson has anticipated the evolving needs of the food manufacturing industry, prioritizing safety and quality at every step of the supply chain while prioritizing employee wellness and corporate responsibility.

The industry recognition we receive and the certifications we hold reflect our organization's dedication to compliance and continuous improvement. Explore our industry honors and certifications that demonstrate our commitment to ensuring operations remain safe, efficient, and ethically managed.

Workplace & Culture Certifications

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Great Place to Work® Certified

2025 | 2024 | 2023

An impressive 91 percent of employees rated the company as a great place to work, highlighting its commitment to fostering a culture where employees feel valued and supported.

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Wellness Alliance Gold Award

2026 | 2024

Awarded Silver in 2024 and Gold in 2026, by the Wellness Alliance (formerly Wellness Council of America - WELCOA), recognizing the company's commitment to employee health, connection, safety, and workplace resilience.

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EcoVadis Sustainability Rating

2026 | 2025 | 2024

Earned Bronze Top 35% (2024 & 2025) and Silver Top 15% (2026) for a sustainable management system and demonstration of commitment to promoting transparency.

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Food Safety & Quality Certifications

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Safe Quality Food (SQF) Certified

100% Perfect Audit Scores

Nelson-Jameson strategic distribution centers in Marshfield (WI), Turlock (CA), Amarillo (TX), Jerome (ID), and Fairview (PA) all achieved 100% scores in the latest audits.

Learn more about SQF and view our scores

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USDA Organic Handling Certification

Since 2024

Certified by Oregon Tilth under the National Organic Program (NOP). This allows them to officially verify the handling and supply chain compliance of a growing range of organic food processing products and ingredients.

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Transportation & Fleet Safety Awards

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WMCA President's Safe Driver Club Award

2026

Individual road safety and professionalism awards were presented to multiple NEXT Logistics/Nelson-Jameson drivers.

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WMCA Fleet Safety Award

2024 | 2023 | 2022

Earned three consecutive times from the Wisconsin Motor Carrier Association for keeping a safe, accident-free commercial fleet on Wisconsin roads.

Read more about our safe driving record

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IDFA Dairy Industry Safety Recognition Award

2024

Honored by the International Dairy Foods Association for outstanding worker safety protocols and proactive illness/injury prevention at their distribution sites.

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TCA Fleet Safety Award

2024

Awarded to NEXT Logistics (the transportation arm of Nelson-Jameson) by the Truckload Carriers Association. They placed third in Division 1 for logging 1.5 million accident-free miles.

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Industry & Marketing Recognitions

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QCS Supply Partner Program Promotion Award Nominee

2025

Recognized as a finalist for the QCS Supply Partner Program Promotion Award, recognizing creative and impactful efforts to share QCS programs with members and strengthen engagement.

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Dairy Calendar Wins 'Muse' Award

2024

Winner of Gold at Muse Awards, which recognizes excellence and innovation in advertising, design, and digital media—awarded through the creation of our first Dairy Art Calendar, showcasing artists from across the country.

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QCS Collaboration Award Finalist

2024

Named a finalist for the QCS Collaboration Award, which recognizes outstanding teamwork and supply-partner solutions.