To ensure orderly operations and provide the best possible work environment, Advantus expects employees to follow rules of conduct that will protect the interests and safety of all employees and the organization.
It is not possible to list all the forms of behavior that are considered unacceptable in the workplace. The following are examples of infractions of rules of conduct that may result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment:
- Reckless or willful damage to company property or to the property of coworkers, customers, or any other person.
- Unauthorized removal of Company property from the Company premises. Theft of company property or the property of another employee.
- Excessive tardiness or absenteeism.
- Discriminating against or harassing another employee, customer, or any other person in violation of Company policy and/or state, federal, or local law.
- Refusal to perform work as directed by a supervisor or any other act of insubordination.
- Possession or use of alcoholic beverages on Company property, or using alcoholic beverages while engaged in Company business off the premises, except where authorized. Reporting/returning to work under the influence of alcohol or any other substance.
- Illegally manufacturing, possessing, using, selling, distributing, or transporting drugs, including the misuse of prescription drugs.
- Falsifying employment applications, other employment records, or any other Company document, including, but not limited to security clearance documents, accounting forms, and personnel records.
- Willful violation or disregard of safety, health, fire, security or employment regulations, signs and notices.
- Permitting another person to falsely use your badge or identification card or your using someone else’s badge or identification card.
- Possessing knives, firearms, or other weapons on company property without Company authorization.
- Clocking or checking in for someone else or having someone else clock in or check in for you.
- Fighting or using obscene, abusive, or threatening language or gestures.
- Failing to maintain the confidentiality of Company, customer, or client information
Employment with Advantus is at the mutual consent of Advantus and the employee, and either party may terminate that relationship at any time, with or without cause, and with or without advance notice.