MDI Mission & Values | Inclusive Employment in Minnesota Manufacturing
Mission & Values
Social Impact
Purpose-Driven Production. Inclusive Employment.
We believe in meaningful employment opportunities for all people with disabilities. Our mission drives our work, and our values drive how we work with you.
Our Beliefs
Mission
Serve people with disabilities by offering inclusive employment opportunities and services.
Vision
Meaningful employment opportunities for all people with disabilities.
Our Values
Our values reflect a common set of beliefs about what we do and how we act with both internal and external customers. These values reflect the collective energy and spirit of our organization:
Employee First
Our people are the foundation of everything we do. We invest in their growth, safety, and success.
Customer-Focused
We listen, we deliver, and we hold ourselves accountable to the outcomes that matter most to you.
Respect
Every person — employee, customer, and community member — deserves to be treated with dignity.
Do the Right Thing
We make decisions based on integrity, even when it’s harder. No shortcuts.
Empower Individual Ability
We believe every person has something meaningful to contribute. Our job is to create the conditions for that to happen.
Our Impact by the Numbers
MDI Workforce Documented Disability
0
%
of MDI employees identified with having a disability (260 employees)
0
%
of MDI employees receive support from Employment Services (155 employees)
0
Total MDI employees
Disability Breakdown
0% Intellectual / developmental
0% Mental Illness
0% Physical
0% Ortho / neuro
0% Visual
0% Auditory
Employment Services Performance
| Service Provider | Satisfaction | Efficiency | Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minnesota Diversified Solutions (MDI) | 95% | 85% | 100% |
| Community Employment Services (CES) | 100% | 100% | 100% |
- Results measure the satisfaction, efficiency, and effectiveness of services to employees and participants working in the community who receive support from MDI’s Employment Services team.
The most frequent comment regarding how MDI could do better was to improve communication.
Why Partner With Us
When you partner with MDI, you get a scalable, compliant, and mission-driven production partner. You reduce risk and complexity while doing business the right way — efficiently, ethically, and with a partner you can trust.
Common Questions About MDI’s Mission & Values
What is MDI's Mission
MDI’s mission is to create meaningful employment for people with disabilities. Founded in 1964, MDI has built its entire business model around inclusive employment, not as a side initiative, but as the core of how the organization operates.
How does MDI create jobs for people with disabilities?
MDI operates manufacturing and production facilities in Minnesota where people with disabilities perform real, skilled work, including contract packaging, kitting, assembly, and plastic container manufacturing. Employees receive training, job coaching, and long-term career support.
Does buying from MDI or contracting with MDI support disability employment?
Yes. MDI’s commercial revenue directly funds its employment mission. When manufacturers outsource production to MDI or purchase corrugated plastic containers from MDI, that business supports the wages, training, and benefits of employees with disabilities.
What community programs does MDI support?
MDI partners with Special Olympics Minnesota and Care Council, among other community organizations. These partnerships extend MDI’s mission beyond its facilities into broader community support for people with disabilities.
How can my organization support MDI's mission?
Organizations can support MDI by contracting for manufacturing services, purchasing plastic products, donating, sponsoring community programs, or volunteering at Special Olympics events. Contact MDI to learn which option fits your goals.