The KnowZone Newsletter
SQ Employee News: September 2026
SQ Employee Newsletter - September 2026
Fall Sports and the Power of Teamwork
As the leaves begin to change and fall sports take center stage, it’s a great time to think about what athletics can teach us about working together. Whether it’s football, soccer, volleyball, cross country, or another favorite fall sport, success rarely comes down to one person. It takes a team.
Great teams are built on trust, communication, and a shared goal—the same qualities that help our teams succeed every day.
Everyone Has a Role
On a sports team, every player brings something different to the game. Some may lead from the front, while others provide support behind the scenes. The strongest teams recognize that every role matters.
The same is true at work. Our individual skills and responsibilities may look different, but each contribution helps move the organization forward. When everyone understands how their role connects to the bigger picture, we become stronger together.
Communication Makes the Difference
A successful team communicates constantly. Players call out plays, share information, encourage one another, and adjust when things don’t go according to plan.
In the workplace, clear communication is just as important. Asking questions, sharing ideas, providing feedback, and keeping teammates informed can prevent small challenges from becoming big ones—and help everyone stay focused on the goal.
Celebrate the Wins—and Learn From the Losses
No team wins every game. What matters is how they respond. Teams celebrate their victories, learn from mistakes, and come back ready to improve.
We can take the same approach at work. Every accomplishment is worth recognizing, and every challenge provides an opportunity to learn. When we support one another through both, we create a culture where people feel encouraged to keep growing.
Highlighting Our Employees
Faces of SQ
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Saltillo Team Event
Mary Munoz (Gerente de Sistemas de Calidad) visitó nuestras operaciones en Saltillo, México; allí, todos conocieron a nuevos miembros del equipo, disfrutaron de una cena grupal y fueron a jugar a los bolos como actividad de integración. En la foto aparecen Juan Ruiz, Daniel Duarte, Axel Silva, Javier Garcia, Rosalba Flores, Rury Ortega, Valente Hernandez, Jesus Rodriguez y Mary Munoz.
Mary Munoz (Quality Systems Manager) paid a visit to our operations in Saltillo, Mexico where everyone met new team members, enjoyed a group dinner, and went bowling as a team event. Pictured here is Juan Ruiz, Daniel Duarte, Axel Silva, Javier Garcia, Rosalba Flores, Rury Ortega, Valente Hernandez, Jesus Rodriguez, and Mary Munoz.
Promotions
Muhammad Hussnain Uz Zaman (Quality Inspector → Team Leader)
Syed Ali (Quality Inspector → Team Leader)
Ricardo Sandoval (Quality Inspector → Team Leader)
Shawn Mohn (Team Leader → Project Supervisor)
Marah Sage (Quality Inspector → Team Leader)
Lewis Butts (Quality Inspector → Project Supervisor)
Keyveon Bush (Quality Inspector → Quality Inspector Assembly)
Logan Lowe (Quality Inspector → Quality Inspector Assembly)
Anthony Santana (Team Leader → Project Supervisor)
Titus Ferrell (Team Leader → Project Supervisor)
Hussin Almashkur (Quality Inspector → Team Leader)
Trent Barron (Quality Inspector → Quality Inspector Assembly)
Noah Dodson (Quality Inspector → Quality Inspector Assembly)
Reginald Zeigler (Team Leader → Project Supervisor)
Charles Elder (Quality Inspector → Team Leader)
Duntaveus Denison (Quality Inspector Assembly → Project Supervisor Assembly)
We’re proud to celebrate the growth and advancement of our team members this month. Congratulations to everyone who earned a promotion. Your hard work and dedication continue to strengthen SQ.
QI to QI Assembly: 4
QI to TL: 6
QI to PS: 1
QI Assembly to PS Assembly: 1
TL to PS: 4
Total August promotions: 16
Anniversary Service Awards
15 Year Anniversaries
Melissa Heffelmire – SQ – Corporate
10 Year Anniversaries
Jessica Leffel – SQ – Honda Sidney
Mary Buchanan – SQ – Duncan
5 Year Anniversaries
Kanesha Allen – SQ – Tennessee
Tyrena Pearson – SQ – Illinois
Joseph Carlton – SQ – Tennessee
Reese Romero – SQ – Mississippi
Zander Morrison – SQ – Detroit
Ishiro Lobato Alonso – SQ – Northern California
Edward Dickard – SQ – Dayton
1 Year Anniversaries
Michael Hinton – SQ – Indiana
Armynda Grimes – SQ – Indiana
Manav Patel – SQ – Toronto West
Nicole Hicks – SQ – Honda Sidney
Sierra Dolan Gardner – SQ – Honda Marysville
Michele Traxler – SQ – Indiana
Victoria Richardson – SQ – Illinois
Candice Hadley – SQ – Battle Creek
Zachary Lynn – SQ – Tennessee
Amanda Johnson – SQ – Alabama
Jemarco Kidd – SQ – Honda Alabama
Lisbet Pe Lorenzo – SQ – Lexington
Courtney Bonner – SQ – Honda Alabama
Keith Pettis – SQ – Honda Sidney
Lindsey Wagner – SQ – Honda Marysville
Carl Mobley – SQ – Dayton
Samuel Vilardo – SQ – Illinois
Makayla Groce – SQ – Honda Alabama
Keith Moore – SQ – Tennessee
Dicorean Nabors – SQ – Mississippi
Balwinder Singh – SQ – Toronto West
Mirza Danial – SQ – Toronto West
Crystal Hanie – SQ – Georgia
Joshua Webb – SQ – Indiana
George Black Jr – SQ – Indiana
Vincent Koehl – SQ – Indiana
Shaun Cameron – SQ – Illinois
Sonya Steinke – SQ – Honda Sidney
Lillian Brock – SQ – Honda Alabama
Jiovanni Paco – SQ – Northern California
Samantha Paez Abreu – SQ – Indiana
Djiby Sow – SQ – Honda Sidney
Akash Akash – SQ – Toronto West
Lexis Meyers – SQ – Honda Marysville
Alexis Fishwick – SQ – Honda Sidney
Jacob Ringel – SQ – Indiana
Jonathan Mcmillin – SQ – Honda Marysville
Joseph Mills – SQ – Chrysler Detroit
Tiffany Hooks – SQ – Honda Alabama
Harouna Sow – SQ – Honda Sidney
Owais Ahmed – SQ – Toronto West
We Love Our Pets!
Pets of the Month
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Tachi
El es tachi, un Doberman que desde pequeño se enfrento a un gran enemigo… un tumor canerigeno se desarrollo en su hocico haciendolo perder parte de sus dientes de arriba vision de su ojo izquierdo, aun asi no le detiene de jugar tug of war con su hermanita y tener sus zoomies cada que ve llegar a su familia, a pesar de su aspecto amenazante, a demostrado ser un perrito lleno de amor siempre dispuesto a repartir ese amor a sus seres queridos haciendo notar el por que a su raza le dicen “velcro dogs”, a dia de hoy sigue disfrutando jugar y salir a pasear junto a sus dueños.
This is Tachi, a Doberman who faced a formidable enemy early on: a cancerous tumor developed on his muzzle, causing him to lose some of his upper teeth and the vision in his left eye. Yet, nothing stops him from playing tug-of-war with his little sister or getting the “zoomies” whenever he sees his family arrive. Despite his menacing appearance, he has proven to be a dog full of love, always ready to share affection with his loved ones—truly living up to the nickname “Velcro dogs” often given to the breed. To this day, he continues to enjoy playtime and going for walks with his owners.
Pet Parent — Axel Silva, Stellantis Saltillo Operations
“Quick and organized response from Stratosphere Quality. Our questions were resolved quickly and effectively.”
— Customer in Ohio
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Slow Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup
Additionally, here are a few deliciously silly food holidays coming up in September. Consider celebrating with your team—it’s a great way to spark fun, share treats, and enjoy meaningful conversations:
- Sept 13 – International Chocolate Day
- Sept 14 – National Cream-Filled Donut Day
- Sept 16 – National Guacamole Day
- Sept 18 – National Cheeseburger Day
- Sept 20 – National Queso & Pepperoni Pizza Day
Contact Us
Have a question or need help? Here are the best ways to contact various departments within Stratosphere Quality.
Human Resources
877-224-8584 *Dial 5
hr@stratospherequality.com
Benefits
877-224-8584 * Dial 4
benefits@stratospherequality.com
Payroll
877-224-8584 *Dial 3
payroll@stratospherequality.com
IT Help Desk
317-288-3116
itrequests@stratospherequality.com