1. What are the key aspects of Ocean Spray’s high-performance work system?
2. Do you think the system achieves both internal and external fit?
3. What other HR practices might the company consider implementing?

In the world of beverage plants, this milestone at Ocean’s Spray’s Henderson, Nevada, plant is virtually unheard of—1 million operating hours without a lost-time accident. “This is an accomplishment that very few in our industry ever achieve,” says Mike Stamatakos, vice president of operations for Ocean Spray. “A plant’s safety record is a reflection of how well it is run. This milestone is an indication that Henderson does most—if not everything—well.”