U.S. business recognized for excellence in
workplace culture and experience
HERSHEY,
Pa., June 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Hershey
Company (NYSE: HSY) proudly announced today that its U.S.
business has been Certified™ by Great Place to Work®. This
distinguished honor is determined by feedback from current
employees – a direct reflection of their firsthand experience at
Hershey.
This year's survey of current employees noted pride in their
work, trust in the brand and excitement in the company's future as
particular strengths for the company. Hershey's U.S. business joins operations in
Canada, Brazil, India, Mexico
and Malaysia in earning this certification honor.
Great Place to Work® is the global authority on workplace
culture, employee experience and the leadership behaviors proven to
deliver market-leading revenue, employee retention and increased
innovation.
"Great Place to Work® Certification™ is a highly coveted
achievement that requires consistent and intentional dedication to
the overall employee experience," says Sarah Lewis-Kulin, the Vice President of Global
Recognition at Great Place to Work. She emphasizes that
Certification is the sole official recognition earned by the
real-time feedback of employees regarding their company culture.
"By successfully earning this recognition, it is evident that The
Hershey Company stands out as one of the top companies to work for,
providing a great workplace environment for its employees."
"Our recognition again by Great Place to Work showcases our
commitment to providing our employees a fulfilling experience
focused on wellbeing, growth and career advancement," said
Michele Buck, Chief Executive
Officer of The Hershey Company. "We believe that an equitable
workplace and culture fosters innovation, collaboration and growth
– critical drivers which propel us forward on our journey to become
a Leading Snacking Powerhouse."
Hershey's workforce is driven
by a people-first culture of co-creation – empowering employees to
embrace their authentic selves, take ownership of their work and
unlock career potential. The company recognizes that its people are
its greatest asset, actively investing in professional development
and upskilling opportunities. Below are recent achievements and
initiatives around Hershey's
employee experience:
- Say Hola: Hershey
promotes an equitable and accessible workplace by actively
investing in employee development programs and adapting its
facilities to accommodate different needs. Last year, the company
launched its first U.S. bilingual manufacturing facility in
Hazleton, Pa. 'Say Hola' is a
proof point of the company's people-first manufacturing
vision.
- National Veterans Business Development Council:
Hershey's legacy of supporting the
U.S. military dates back to World War I, when the company supplied
chocolate to U.S. soldiers. Today, veterans continue to be a key
part of our workforce, bringing unique perspectives and
experiences. In 2022, under the guidance of our Veteran Business
Resource Group (BRG), we partnered with the National Veterans
Business Development Council – bolstering our access to diverse
supplier networks. In 2023, we aim to deepen these ties and expand
military-affiliated hiring across all roles with increasing our
veteran hiring goal from 6% to 10. This effort underlines our
commitment to diversity and support for those transitioning from
military to civilian life.
- Parental Leave: Hershey
is committed to supporting employees and their families through a
set of competitive benefits, helping them be well, plan for their
future, and balance work and life. As part of this commitment, the
company increased salaried parental leave to up to 20 weeks in
2023.
"Great Place to Work® Certification™ underscores our commitment
to creating a workplace where our employees can reach their full
potential," said Chris Scalia, Chief
Human Resources Officer, The Hershey Company. "We know our people
can be their best when they feel their best. This
means working to make sure everyone here feels supported, inspired
and valued. To do this, we are constantly evolving to build a
culture that values diversity, builds careers and embraces a strong
sense of community."
According to Great Place to Work® research, job seekers are 4.5
times more likely to find a great boss at a Certified great
workplace. Additionally, employees at Certified workplaces are 93%
more likely to look forward to coming to work and are twice as
likely to be paid fairly, earn a fair share of the company's
profits and have a fair chance at promotion.
We're hiring!
Looking to grow your career at a company that puts its people
first? Visit our careers page at:
careers.thehersheycompany.com.
About The Hershey Company
The Hershey Company is headquartered in Hershey, Pennsylvania and is an
industry-leading snacks company known for making more moments of
goodness through its iconic brands, remarkable people and enduring
commitment to doing the right thing for its people, planet and
communities. Hershey has nearly
20,000 employees in the U.S. and around the world who work every
day to deliver delicious, high-quality products. The company has
more than 100 brand names in approximately 80 countries worldwide
that drive more than $10.4 billion in
annual revenues, including Hershey's, Reese's, Kit Kat®,
Jolly Rancher and Ice Breakers, and fast-growing
salty snacks including SkinnyPop, Pirate's
Booty and Dot's Homestyle Pretzels.
For more than 125 years, Hershey has been committed to
operating fairly, ethically and sustainably. The candy and snack
maker's founder, Milton Hershey, created Milton Hershey
School in 1909 and since then the company has focused on
helping children succeed through equitable access to education.
About Great Place to Work® Certification™
Great Place to Work® Certification™ is the most definitive
"employer-of-choice" recognition that companies aspire to achieve.
It is the only recognition based entirely on what employees report
about their workplace experience – specifically, how consistently
they experience a high-trust workplace. Great Place to Work®
Certification™ is recognized worldwide by employees and employers
alike and is the global benchmark for identifying and recognizing
outstanding employee experience. Every year, more than 10,000
companies across 60 countries apply to get Great Place to
Work-Certified™.
About Great Place to Work®
As the global authority on workplace culture, Great Place to
Work® brings 30 years of groundbreaking research and data to help
every place become a great place to work for all. Their proprietary
platform and For All™ Model helps companies evaluate the experience
of every employee, with exemplary workplaces becoming Great Place
to Work-Certified™ or receiving recognition on a coveted Best
Workplaces™ List.
Learn more at greatplacetowork.com and follow Great Place to
Work on LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.
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