Responsible Conduct

Our highest priority is to comply with all applicable laws, rules, and regulations in all our business activities. We continuously strive to improve our social and environmental performance throughout the entire value chain. We take responsibility for our actions and expect the same from our suppliers. This Supplier Code of Conduct defines our fundamental requirements in the areas of human rights, working conditions, environmental protection, and business integrity. It is based on the principles of the UN Global Compact.

Human Rights & Working Conditions

ONI expects its suppliers to implement the principles described in this Supplier Code of Conduct within their organizations, or to have adopted equivalent standards, and to conduct their business accordingly. Oni expects suppliers to respect and protect human rights both in the workplace and in all business activities. All employees are to be treated fairly, with dignity and respect.

Freedom of Association and Collective Bargaining

Suppliers must recognize and respect the right of employees to freedom of association, organization, and collective bargaining. In situations where these rights are legally restricted, suppliers shall allow employees to freely elect their own representatives.

Forced Labor

Suppliers must prevent any form of involuntary, prison, or forced labor. All work, including overtime, must be performed voluntarily, and workers must be free to leave their employment after giving reasonable notice. Suppliers may not require workers to hand over government-issued identification, passports, or work permits as a condition of employment.

Child Labor and Protection of Young Workers

Suppliers are expected to oppose any form of child labor. Children who have not reached the minimum age for employment or the age of completion of compulsory education—whichever is higher—must not be employed. Suppliers must not assign young workers under 18 years of age to work that may jeopardize their health, safety, or development.

Non-Discrimination

Suppliers must not discriminate in hiring or employment practices based on ethnicity, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, physical ability, health status, political opinion, nationality, social or ethnic origin, union membership, or marital status. This also applies to access to training, promotions, and bonuses.

Health and Safety

Suppliers must ensure that the health and safety of employees are not compromised at the workplace or any other site where production or work takes place. All employees must receive appropriate information and training, and necessary personal protective equipment must be provided.

Wages and Social Benefits

All employees of suppliers must receive at least the minimum wage in accordance with applicable laws and regulations and all legally required social benefits. Employment conditions, including pay, working hours, vacation, leave, and public holidays, must comply with applicable laws, regulations, and binding industry standards.

Environment

ONI expects its suppliers to conduct business responsibly with regard to environmental risks and impacts, and to take a preventive approach in their activities. Resources such as water and energy are to be used efficiently.

Environmental Legislation

Suppliers must obtain and maintain all required permits and licenses, and comply with the operational and reporting obligations associated with them.

Waste Management and Pollution Prevention

Suppliers should strive to avoid or minimize waste and emissions resulting from their operations. Efficient technologies should be used wherever possible to reduce environmental impact.

Environmental Management Systems

Suppliers whose activities impact the environment must adopt a structured and systematic approach to managing environmental aspects. This includes implementing environmental management systems, setting environmental objectives, and regularly reviewing the achievement of these objectives.

UN Global Compact

The UN Global Compact is the world’s largest and most important initiative for sustainable and responsible corporate governance. The UN Global Compact Network Germany (UN GCD) supports companies in strategically embedding sustainability based on ten universal principles and contributing to the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). https://www.globalcompact.de/

 

Customer-Focused

A key aspect of our management system is fulfilling the requirements of our customers. Our customers are at the center of our business activities. Only with satisfied customers can we continue to be successful in the future.

Individuality

We understand that each customer has different requirements and expectations. Therefore, our first priority is to understand our customers. Communication is the central element in capturing the needs of each individual customer. Only when we understand these needs do we design products that meet customer requirements. We identify relevant legal and regulatory requirements and implement them. We aim to be the partner our customers trust and recommend.

Solution-Oriented

Through close contact with our customers, we are able to determine their needs. We then offer forward-looking, energy-efficient solutions. To meet our customers’ challenges, we leverage proven competencies and resources. We ensure that risks and opportunities that could affect the compliance of our products and services are identified and addressed.

Collaboration

Our customers expect not only high-quality and sustainable products from us, but also proactive collaboration. Our performance is driven by the commitment and enthusiasm of our employees. These factors are essential to our success and to increasing customer satisfaction. Success is based on a fundamental principle: We all work together to achieve the best results for our customers.

Responsible Conduct

ONI Temperiertechnik Rhytemper GmbH strives to create and maintain a corporate culture in which compliance with applicable laws and the company’s ethical principles is a top priority. For this reason, ONI has developed a Code of Ethics, which sets the standards and guidelines for responsible business conduct within the company.

Rights, Respect, and Dignity

Employment is voluntary; no one is forced to work against their will. We respect internationally recognized human rights and expect compliance with them. Child labor is strictly prohibited, and the provisions of ILO Convention 138 regarding minimum working age are observed.

We respect different beliefs, national or cultural characteristics, and the personal dignity and rights of every individual. We act respectfully and reliably. Discrimination or harassment of any kind is not tolerated. Employees must not be treated differently due to race or ethnic origin, gender, religion or belief, disability, age, or sexual identity. ONI firmly opposes xenophobia and extremism in all forms.

• Be open and reject prejudices against the opinions, appearance, or attitudes of others.
• Treat others with respect, as you would like to be treated yourself.
• Report any observed violations of these principles to your supervisor or the HR department.

Fairer Competition

Violations of antitrust and competition laws can result in significant fines and damages, not only for the company but also for individual participants. We therefore strictly comply with all applicable competition and antitrust laws.

• All employees must refrain from improper business practices.
• Offering or accepting payments or other advantages is prohibited.
• Follow all national and international competition and antitrust laws and regulations.
• Avoid informal contacts with competitors and discussions that could violate competition law.
• Consult your supervisor in any case of doubt.

Data Protection

The rights of employees and external persons (e.g. customers or business partners) with regard to their personal data are respected. Personal data is therefore handled exclusively in accordance with legal provisions and contractual obligations.

• Only collect, use, transmit and store personal data for specific, legally permissible and necessary purposes.
• Ensure the protection of personal data.
• Comply with our data protection guidelines.
• In case of doubt, consult your supervisor or the IT department.

Avoiding conflicts of interest

Every employee may find themselves in situations where their personal interests could conflict with those of ONI. No employee may use their professional position in the company to demand or accept personal benefits for themselves or others.

• Carefully weigh up all situations in order to identify potential conflicts of interest at an early stage.
• If there is a potential or actual conflict of interest, be sure to inform your line manager before making any business decisions on the matter in question.

Gifts and invitations

Accepting promotional gifts of low value (< €30) or invitations to meals is permitted within the framework of applicable laws and general business practice, provided that the occasion and scope are appropriate. Such invitations or the acceptance of gifts must not lead to any obligatory dependency.

• Politely but firmly decline any gifts and invitations that could make you feel obligated later on. 

Health, safety and environmental protection

We are committed to maintaining the health of our employees, ensuring occupational safety in all activities and protecting our environment.

• All employees must respect and comply with applicable law and current company policy.
• Always bear in mind that violations of laws and regulations can have serious consequences for you as an individual and for us as a company.
• In all your activities, pay attention to environmental friendliness and minimise energy consumption wherever possible.
• Report any incidents that could lead to a health, safety or environmental hazard to your supervisor as soon as possible.

Alcohol and drug abuse pose a serious threat to the safety, health and productivity of the company and its employees.

• The possession, consumption and procurement of drugs on company premises is strictly prohibited.
• It is forbidden to perform your duties for ONI under the influence of intoxicants or alcohol.
• Employees under the influence of alcohol or other intoxicating substances must leave the company premises.
• Report any incidents that could lead to a hazard to your supervisor as soon as possible.

Implementation and compliance with the Code of Ethics

Every single employee contributes to ensuring that the Code of Ethics is implemented correctly and consistently within the company. If there is any uncertainty about the content of the Code of Ethics or questions about whether a specific behaviour complies with the requirements of the Code of Ethics, every employee is encouraged to contact their line manager or other responsible employees.