Mining Magazine October 2014 | Page 173

USA
Blue Diamond Hill
A Family Mindset “ We motivate our employees by treating them like family ,” said Hornsby in regards to his team at BDH Gypsum . “ They ’ re able to come in any time and talk about issues and ideas , and that keeps them motivated .”
By keeping close bonds with its employees , BDH Gypsum is able to retain its workforce and have a committed and hard-working team . A quarterly bonus plan that is driven by ten factors – including safety , production , quality , sales and productivity – also drives a little friendly competition between the team , fueling the flames of inspiration to continue striving to do a better job each and every day .
But aside from working hard , employees at BDH Gypsum are also
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