Our Story
Our Mission and Vision
Marcal is an “Earth-Friendly Paper Goods Company” that provides consumers like you with products that you can feel good about purchasing. For over 50 years, Marcal has been making its paper from recycled paper, not from trees. By purchasing Small Steps™ by Marcal® brand, you are taking a small, easy step to a greener earth.™
At Marcal, We believe that products should:
- Give you the performance you can count on
- Be good for the home and gentle on the environment
- Not cost a lot
Our History
Marcal Paper Products LLC, the proud makers of new Small Steps™ by Marcal® brand products has been saving trees and the wildlife it supports, since 1950.
Small Steps™ by Marcal® brand products focuses squarely on the company’s green heritage. For over five decades, Marcal has been saving trees and reducing landfill by making its paper products from recycled paper.
Marcal uses paper collected from curbs in residential neighborhoods
in cities and towns across America; from the small blue baskets in office buildings, unwanted junk mail, and waste from printers; all in an effort to do something good… to produce something that people need.
Marcal is an integral part of the northern New Jersey community. The company uses recyclables from more than 600 municipalities from New Jersey, Pennsylvania, New York and New England. The company is one of the largest employers in New Jersey, employing over 900 people.
Our Culture
Our culture defines who we really are. It reflects our objectives and principles as a united group:
We Are Green
We embrace our “Green” heritage. Marcal is a pioneer in the recycling industry, producing recycled paper products for well over 50 years.
We Embrace Change
We welcome and embrace change, recognizing that the world in which we now live requires flexibility and adjustments to be made.
We Believe In Teamwork
We believe in working together as a team by dividing and clearly defining our objectives, which in turn multiplies our success as an organization.
We Are Resourceful
We are resourceful - drawing upon our culture of creativity, intuitiveness and responsibility- which will result in the achievement of our ultimate objectives and overall success for Marcal.
Our ultimate success will be based upon the shared values and commitment of the men and women who are building Marcal for the future.
Our Manufacturing Process
Don’t you think a tree is too precious to waste on making tissues and towels? We do, too. Learn how Marcal makes paper from paper, never from trees.
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