John Metz Schneider

The founder of J.M. Schneider Limited in 1890, spent his first twenty-one years on his father’s farm west of Kitchener. A prudent pay-as-you-go approach led J.M. Schneider to continue his ten-hour day at a button factory during the two years he nurtured his enterprise. Schneider established his original “plant” in the basement of his home and when growth required additional space it was in the form of a house built next door.

He realized that his most valuable assets were dedicated employees and he always showed a sincere concern for them. Quality was always stressed and the family effort developed into a large and successful meat packing business.

Schneider maintained an active role in his company during more than half-a-century and was also a leader in his church and in civic service having been an alderman and member of the Kitchener Board of Trade.