Our B Corp
journey
Founded in 1860 with family values at our core, Sheard Packaging is dedicated to creating an inspiring workplace while driving positive change in the packaging industry. To us, sustainability isn't just a goal—it's a guiding principle. It shapes our business decisions and reminds us to consider the wider impact we have on our people, our community, and the environment
our strategy
To fully integrate sustainability into everything we do, we’ve developed a comprehensive Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) strategy. This strategy is woven into every aspect of our business, ensuring that our focus on people and the planet is reflected throughout our value chain, operations, and community.
We have broken this down through our three key pillars: ‘Our Materials’, ‘Our Factory & People’ and ‘Our Community’ which are underpinned by our impact governance, helping us track our progress and continually seek improvement.
our materials
We have very proudly been using FSC ® certified materials in all products since 2016. Many of you may recognise the FSC ® certified label, but you might not know exactly what it means and why it is such a positive force for the world we live in.
The Forest Stewardship Council (FSC®) promotes responsible forestry practices that supports the following: Zero deforestation, Fair wage and work environments, Biodiversity preservation, and Community rights, including the rights of Indigenous.
Forests are a key component of our ecosystems; they clean the air we breathe and slow climate change by absorbing and storing carbon from the atmosphere. When properly managed, our forests offer a renewable supply of materials.
By promoting sustainable procurement, minimising waste, and understanding the environmental footprint of our products, we aim to help both our company, and our customers achieve their environmental goals.
our factory & people
At Sheard, we truly believe that our employees are our greatest asset, and we understand the vital role that wellbeing plays in their success. We’re committed to creating an environment where everyone feels valued and appreciated, enabling them to thrive and deliver exceptional work for our customers.
Every member of our workforce receives at a minimum compensation aligned to the [Real] Living Wage; the only UK wage benchmark rooted in the actual cost of living! It is voluntarily paid by over 15,000 UK businesses who believe their staff deserve a wage which meets everyday needs.
As a further commitment to our employee well-being, some of the benefits we offer
all our employees include:
- Employee Assistance Programme: Providing support for personal and professional challenges.
- Life Insurance
- Free Gym Membership
- Free Fruit 24/7
- Free Monthly Hot Food Events: Fostering a sense of community through shared meals.
our community
We’re passionate about giving back to our local community, and we actively support our local charity partners in their volunteering efforts. Our employer-supported volunteering scheme gives our employees up to 2-days paid a year where they can contribute to causes they care about.
Together, we not only are able to enhance our own wellbeing but also make a positive impact on the communities we serve.
