Preflex is a leading manufacturer and supplier of resins, adhesives, and coatings for the paint, packaging, wood, textile, and graphic arts industries.
HOW SHOULD WE ACT?
• Before taking any action, evaluate whether it is legal and ethical.
• Always act honestly and transparently and in all circumstances.
• Report situations that violate this Code of Ethics, the law, or company policies through the established reporting channels.
• Avoid concealing relevant information that should be disclosed to the company, providing misleading or incomplete information, disclosing confidential information related to PREFLEX’s business operations, or engaging in conduct associated with crimes, bribery, or corruption.
• Perform duties with diligence, responsibility, and loyalty.
• Comply with all applicable laws, regulations, and internal company policies.
• Refrain from improper use of confidential or privileged information.
• Treat all individuals with respect and without discrimination, including colleagues, customers, contractors, and suppliers, regardless of race, gender, nationality, hierarchy, or any other personal characteristic.
• Avoid activities that interfere with work schedules, job performance, or the fulfillment of assigned responsibilities.
WHAT DEFINE US?
• Integrity guides all our actions.
• We do not tolerate corruption, bribery, extortion, or any other unlawful act.
• At PREFLEX, ethics is absolute and does not allow manipulated or self-serving interpretations.
• All our actions are carried out with ethics, respect, responsibility, and compliance with the law.
• We comply with the legal frameworks of Colombia and of all countries with which we maintain commercial relationships.
• We do not tolerate the unauthorized sharing of customer or supplier databases, or any confidential or restricted information entrusted to employees through the performance of their duties.
• We do not tolerate the use of unlicensed or illegal software.
• The use of the organization’s intellectual property, including formulations, procedures, and technical knowledge, is strictly limited to activities carried out within the organization.
• We do not tolerate workplace harassment in any form.
• Our labor practices are fair and fully aligned with current regulations.
• We are committed to providing the safest possible working conditions for our employees by identifying, evaluating, and preventing occupational risks and accidents.
• We promote self-care as a key element in the prevention of workplace accidents and occupational illnesses.
• We respect every individual and do not discriminate based on race, gender, religion, age, political views, social status, physical limitations, or any other personal condition.
• We are committed to sustainability and believe in preserving the environment for future generations.
• We strive to protect the environment through the responsible use, recovery, reuse, and proper disposal of the materials we handle.
OUR EMPLOYEES
• All employees are expected to use company resources responsibly and efficiently, reflecting integrity and accountability in their conduct.
• Managers and supervisors must not misuse their position or authority and are expected to serve as role models for the organization and society.
• The proper care and preservation of the company’s assets and financial resources reflect the integrity and commitment of our employees.
• Employees must refrain from using company paid working time for personal activities or for providing services or advice to third parties unrelated to their responsibilities within the organization.