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LAKE WALES, FLORIDA (May 13, 2021)—Oakley Transport, Inc., the premier leader in liquid, food-grade transportation is the only bulk food transporter in its industry to be certified twice with the International Standards Organization for ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 22000:2018. ISO certifies their management systems and operation processes, and services meets all requirements for standardization and quality assurance.
In 2015, Oakley started preparing for ISO certification, achieving the goal in 2017, Oakley became the first and only bulk food transporter to be certified to such standards. Never resting and continually auditing all processes for improvement, Oakley was once again awarded re-certifications to the newest versions of ISO certifications ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 22000:2018 in March of 2021.
ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 22000:2018 are stipulations to certify superior operations management, food safety and food defense. Both ensure Oakley’s consistency in operations, services, and their ability to meet and exceed all customer and regulatory requirements.
“Being ISO certified demonstrates Oakley’s ability to follow procedures and processes,” Thomas Oakley, president and chief executive officer said. “It empowers employees with clear direction and the ability to drive improvement. It ultimately is an affirmation to customers of our focus on their cargo, our services, food safety and defense.”
This accomplishment reflects Oakley’s dedication to customer satisfaction and the integrity of customers’ products throughout the entire transportation process.
“We feel these certifications add such a value to our customers,” Bob Osburn, chief operation officer said. “They know our diligence in maintaining the safety and integrity of their cargo. From the groves to the processor, the distiller to the bottler, and its final mile onto store shelves and into the homes of the American consumer.”
Oakley Transport continues to set itself apart and challenge old ways of thinking, refining every process for more efficient transportation and operations. Their identity lies in serving all its customers thoroughly and to their maximum satisfaction.
“The commitment from our entire organization to achieve this certification was and still remains inspirational,” Matt Tocci, director of customer relations said. “To have us all focused on one dedicated goal of superior quality and safety ensures our clients that we not only care, but we strive to be the finest transporter of bulk food on the planet.”
For more information please visit: https://oakleytransport.com/iso-certifications/
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About Oakley Transport, Inc.
Founded in 1986 and headquartered in Lake Wales, Florida, Oakley Transport has established itself as the premier leader in the bulk food ingredient transportation sector with the synergies of complementary logistic services. The family-owned-and-operated company enhances the customers’ supply chain with over-the-road and dedicated transportation services in the United States, Canada and Mexico. Oakley Transport prides itself in being an industry leader in the area of transportation, for quality, safety and driver appreciation. For more information on the company and its services visit: www.oakleytransport.com