Worthington Steel Earns Coveted 2024 Supplier of the Year Recognition from General Motors for the Fourth Time
Worthington Steel, a leading North American metals processor known for delivering specialized steel solutions, has once again earned a coveted spot among General Motors’ top global partners. The company proudly announced today that it has been named a 2024 Supplier of the Year by General Motors (GM) during the automaker’s 33rd annual Supplier of the Year awards ceremony. This prestigious honor marks the fourth time Worthington Steel has received the distinction, having previously been recognized in 2020, 2021, and 2023.
This recurring recognition from one of the world’s largest automakers affirms Worthington Steel’s role as a key contributor to GM’s global supply chain and ongoing innovation in vehicle development. The Supplier of the Year awards spotlight companies that consistently go above and beyond in supporting GM’s strategic objectives, particularly in critical areas such as safety, innovation, quality, customer value, and sustainability.
Driving Innovation and Excellence in Steel Processing
Geoff Gilmore, President and CEO of Worthington Steel, expressed deep appreciation for the award, attributing the achievement to the company’s workforce and commitment to continuous improvement.
We’re honored to be recognized once again by General Motors for the quality and commitment we bring to our work every day,” said Gilmore. “This award is a direct reflection of our incredible team, whose passion and dedication drive everything we do. We’re proud to support GM’s bold vision for the future of mobility and to contribute to their efforts in shaping the next generation of vehicles.”
Worthington Steel’s strategic partnerships with OEMs like General Motors are built on a foundation of trust, technical expertise, and relentless pursuit of excellence. The company’s broad capabilities in carbon flat-roll steel processing, electrical steel laminations, and tailor welded solutions have made it a go-to partner for automotive applications where performance, sustainability, and innovation intersect.
GM’s Supplier of the Year Awards: A Legacy of Recognition
General Motors’ Supplier of the Year program has, for more than three decades, honored companies that deliver outstanding value and service across the automaker’s expansive supply network. Each year, GM assembles a global, cross-functional team to evaluate suppliers based on their performance and alignment with the company’s overarching priorities.
According to Jeff Morrison, GM’s Global Vice President of Procurement and Supply Chain, the 2024 awards celebrate suppliers that have demonstrated exceptional execution, even in the face of evolving industry dynamics.
For more than 30 years, General Motors has recognized the company’s top global suppliers at our annual event, spotlighting their innovation and resiliency through even the most challenging circumstances,” said Morrison. “Together, we’re helping bring advanced technology and the industry’s broadest portfolio of vehicles to market for GM customers.”
This year’s ceremony saw 92 suppliers from 12 different countries being recognized. These honorees were selected for their ability to deliver outstanding support across multiple business dimensions, including quality assurance, supply chain resilience, and alignment with GM’s long-term vision for an electrified and sustainable automotive future.
Worthington Steel: Delivering Value-Added Steel Solutions
Worthington Steel’s enduring success lies in its ability to evolve with industry demands while remaining true to its core competencies. Headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, the company operates 32 facilities across seven U.S. states and six countries, employing approximately 5,000 people who are united by a shared commitment to engineering excellence and customer service.
The company specializes in a variety of value-added steel processing services, such as:
- Galvanizing
- Pickling
- Configured blanking
- Specialty cold reduction
- Electrical steel lamination
- Tailor welded blanks
- Lightweighting solutions for automotive applications
These capabilities are essential to OEMs like GM, which rely on advanced materials and component design to meet increasingly rigorous standards for fuel efficiency, electrification, crash performance, and sustainability.
Beyond its technical offerings, Worthington Steel adheres to a people-first philosophy and a culture of continuous improvement. This includes a deep commitment to workforce safety, operational efficiency, and environmental stewardship—values that are strongly aligned with GM’s own corporate mission.
Supporting GM’s Transition Toward an All-Electric Future
As the automotive industry accelerates its transition toward electrification, Worthington Steel plays a critical role in enabling that transformation. The company’s expertise in electrical steel laminations supports the development of electric motors and battery systems, helping GM and other OEMs bring next-generation electric vehicles (EVs) to market more efficiently and sustainably.
General Motors, for its part, has made clear its intention to lead the industry in EV production. The company is investing billions in EV and battery manufacturing facilities, and its Ultium battery platform is at the center of its strategy to scale electrified transportation. Worthington Steel’s advanced materials solutions directly support these goals by contributing to lighter, more efficient vehicle architectures without compromising strength or durability.
With GM offering the broadest portfolio of electric vehicles in the U.S. auto industry—through its Chevrolet, GMC, Cadillac, and Buick brands—partners like Worthington Steel are essential in ensuring these vehicles are produced to the highest standards.
A Culture of Resilience, Innovation, and Customer Commitment
What sets Worthington Steel apart is not only its technical acumen but also its agile business model and culture of resilience and customer-first thinking. Over the years, the company has demonstrated a unique ability to pivot in response to supply chain challenges, evolving market trends, and shifting regulatory requirements.
In addition to automotive, Worthington Steel serves a wide range of industries, including energy, construction, agriculture, and industrial manufacturing. This diversified customer base strengthens its operational resilience and enhances its ability to innovate across markets.
From its commitment to lean manufacturing principles to its investment in digital transformation and process automation, Worthington Steel continues to evolve in ways that make it an indispensable supplier in the modern industrial economy.
About Worthington Steel
Worthington Steel (NYSE: WS) is one of the most trusted metals processors in North America. With a focus on technical precision and customized steel solutions, the company has become a leader in supporting complex customer needs across a wide range of sectors. Its mission is to create sustainable value for stakeholders by delivering innovative, reliable, and cost-effective products and services.
By putting people first, fostering a collaborative culture, and embedding sustainability into its operations, Worthington Steel is committed to making a positive impact on the world—both through its products and its community engagement efforts.
About General Motors
General Motors (NYSE: GM) is one of the world’s largest automotive manufacturers, committed to delivering safer, smarter, and more sustainable mobility. With a growing portfolio of internal combustion and electric vehicles, GM is accelerating the path toward a zero-emissions future. Brands under the GM umbrella include Chevrolet, Buick, GMC, and Cadillac.
The company is advancing cutting-edge technologies, such as autonomous driving and battery-electric powertrains, to reshape the future of transportation.
Worthington Steel’s statements in this press release that are not historical in nature are considered “forward-looking statements” under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These statements are subject to various risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those projected. Factors affecting future performance include economic conditions, market demand, raw material availability, labor disruptions, regulatory changes, and other variables described in the company’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
