Quality Assurance & Associations

Our certifications provide specific guidelines for quality control during design, manufacturing and launch processes for many of the solutions we provide. Annual audits at GRLabel ensure these aren't just plaques on a wall. Adherence to these quality standards is critical for automotive, food & beverage, and other highly regulated industries. Look below to see which of our certifications and association memberships can benefit your company.

IATF 16949

The IATF standards define the requirements of a quality management system for organizations involved the automotive industry. The new standard is a quality management standard for Tier 1 and 2 automotive suppliers as required by OEMs such as Ford, GM, and BMW. IATF 16949:2016 is not a singular automotive quality management standard, but is provided as a supplement to ISO 9001:2015.

ISO 14001

ISO 14001 outlines requirements for an environmental management system. The standard allows any organization to develop objectives and implement a policy surrounding significant environmental aspects. The objectives and policy take into account legal requirements and other requirements to which the organization subscribes.

UL

UL helps companies demonstrate safety, confirm compliance, enhance sustainability, manage transparency, deliver quality and performance, strengthen security, protect brand reputation, build workplace excellence, and advance societal wellbeing.

GFSI

For two decades, GFSI (Global Food Safety Initiative) has been strengthening and driving continuous improvements for food safety management systems around the world. GFSI is a business-driven initiative for the development of food safety management systems to ensure food facilities are processing safe food for consumers.

Zebra Solutions Partner

As a Zebra Solutions Partner, we possess an expert knowledge of the Zebra hardware, software, and services. We are not just another reseller. As a Solutions Partner member we must meet a unique set of additional specific requirements set by Zebra. Meeting these requirements helps us achieve the highest level of services to our customer to guarantee their success.

Zebra Advanced Printer Repair Specialist

At GRL we strive to be the best. Our technicians go through an annual recertification process to ensure they have the most up to date knowledge of all things Zebra. These certifications provide assurance to our customers that our employees have solid knowledge to sell and deploy high-performance Zebra products and services that maximize customer benefits and satisfaction.

3M Select Converter Partner

Great companies require great partnerships with both their customers and their suppliers as well. That's why GRLabel is proud to be a Select Converter Partner of 3M.

FSSC 22000

The FSSC 22000 certificate was introduced in response to clients’ requests for a recognized standard against which an FSMS can be audited and certified. The certification sets a framework for organizations in any food supply chain for food manufacturers of products to manage and ensure product safety throughout the food chain.

TLMI

Grand Rapids Label is proud to be an active member of TLMI (Tag & Label Manufacturers Institute). TLMI is a member-driven association, uniting to collectively address our industry’s critical issues, including workforce development, government regulations, and sustainability.

Refridgerated Foods Association

Grand Rapids Label is a proud member of the RFA which serves as the primary association for the refrigerated prepared foods industry.