Best Large Workplaces in Manufacturing and Production

To determine the Best Workplaces in Manufacturing and Production in 2023, Fortune partnered with global people analytics firm Great Place to Work to analyze survey feedback representing more than 74,000 U.S. employees. See also: the 45 Best Small and Medium Workplaces in Manufacturing and Production.

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The Top Ten

Stryker

Prev. #1

Medical devices

Employees say: "Stryker genuinely believes its mission statement. The company strives to instill the mission into the employees, and in my experience, managers and managerial decisions do consider customer impact, not solely financial incentives."

Hilcorp Energy

Prev. #2

Coke, refined petroleum products, and nuclear fuel

Employees say: "I feel like the 'Act as an Owner' mentality of this company really empowers me to do the best I can for the company's success. I am given many opportunities to learn new things through all the training available to me and make myself a better person every day. 'Get better every day' has really made an impact on my life for the best. I couldn't see myself wanting to work for anyone else."

Dow

+1 spotPrev. #4

Chemicals

Employees say: "The way the company is engaged in inclusion and diversity is going beyond words, straight into action. It is clear that Dow puts people first. One recent example is the new parental leave policy, offering the same time off to both parents, either birth or adopting parents, including same-sex parents."

Ultradent Products

+1 spotPrev. #5

Medical devices

Employees say: "The flexibility and work-life balance are fantastic. Also, I really get the sense that Ultradent Products cares about the people. Many companies give lip service to caring about the people, but Ultradent Products backs that up and genuinely cares about its employees."

Arthrex

+9 spotsPrev. #14

Medical devices

Employees say: "Everyone is happy to be here, and people work hard to meet a common goal without having to deal with a high-stress environment. I have never worked at a place a good as Arthrex, and I'm convinced that there isn't a better place to pursue a career."

Altria Group

Prev. #6

Beverages and tobacco

Employees say: "The culture and relationships I have with my leaders, peers, and key stakeholders. We believe in each other and trust each other to get the work completed. My leaders are inspiring and allow me to bring my full self to work. They give me the autonomy to do my work and make decisions."

Schneider Electric

+1 spotPrev. #8

Electronics

Employees say: "Schneider Electric Holdings truly values their employees and treats them well. I truly believe our management drives a solid culture and expectation of work-life balance. Schneider Electric Holdings addresses difficult topics head-on and truly believes in its values and drives a positive culture. This is not just a marketing ploy, this is a way of life ... and they work hard to drive an inclusive culture for all employees."

Suntory Global Spirits

NEW

Beverages and tobacco

Employees say: "The brands we produce were developed by families, and many of those families are still involved in the business today. Our company is able to keep many of those family values in place, especially the ability to be your true self at work. I think that is one of the many reasons people want to work for our company."

W. L. Gore & Associates

Prev. #9

Textiles and textile products

Employees say: "This company truly values its employees and works hard to provide you a work-life balance. Everyone here is so cooperative and wants to create solutions and work together. The ability to see a gap and say, 'I can help'—and actually help—is what makes W. L. Gore & Associates unique. The autonomy here is also exceptional, and so you see the majority of employees here are high achievers."

Intel

NEW

Electronics

Employees say: "The work culture is more personal and idea-driven. We have open conversations, and I am not afraid of speaking my heart out. I believe each employee has a voice, and management encourages us to try new things."