LRS, a prominent force in the waste diversion and recycling industry, has earned a prestigious spot on the National Association for Business Resources’ 2024 Chicago Best and Brightest Companies to Work For list. This accolade underscores LRS’s dedication to fostering a positive and supportive work environment that prioritizes employee wellbeing, diversity, equity, and inclusion. The company’s commitment extends beyond its workforce to encompass environmental sustainability, as evidenced by their innovative recycling initiatives.
LRS takes pride in calling Chicago its home, despite its wider presence across the Midwest. The company is honored to be recognized for its efforts, as the wellbeing of its employees and the community are paramount in its operations. LRS fosters an inclusive culture that champions continuous learning and environmental stewardship, making significant strides in Chicago’s sustainability efforts.
This prestigious award recognizes companies that demonstrate exceptional innovation in business practices and human resources. With a ten-to-one acceptance rate, LRS is proud to be among the elite organizations leading the way in employee engagement and wellbeing. LRS is on a mission to significantly increase Chicago’s circularity and educate the community about recycling. In 2023, LRS unveiled The Exchange, a $50 million material recovery facility (MRF) built in the Stockyards neighborhood of Chicago. Since its unveiling, The Exchange has served as an educational hub for Chicagoans, diverting over 224 million pounds of Chicago’s recyclables from landfills. Most recently named the National Waste and Recycling Association’s Facility of the Year, The Exchange is a testament to LRS’s commitment to transparency in sustainability.
Beyond its dedication to sustainability, LRS prioritizes employee safety and development. The company has invested heavily in safety and technology, leading to a reduction in accident frequency. LRS also conducts over 50 training exercises annually to enhance employee education and provides new hires with 10 days of on-the-job training. Additional programs, such as LRS’s partnership with Universal Technical Institute and the Cultural Advisory Board, support employee career growth and foster dialogue across teams about employee engagement and DEI efforts.
LRS continues to demonstrate its commitment to innovation and responsible waste management. The company is pleased to announce the release of its first-ever Sustainability Report, which will be unveiled later this month. This report highlights LRS’s achievements in waste diversion and sustainability, aligning with its mission of transparency and accountability. It also showcases employee engagement programs that have contributed to LRS being named one of Chicago’s Best and Brightest Companies to Work For in 2024. To learn more about LRS and its commitment to sustainability and employee wellbeing, visit https://www.lrsrecycles.com/.
