Sun Products Named 2016 Top Workplace by Hearst Media Services in Connecticut
WILTON, Conn.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Sun Products, a leading manufacturer and marketer of laundry and
household care products, announced today that they have been named a
2016 Top Workplace in Connecticut by Hearst Media Services. The Top
Workplaces awards are based solely on employee feedback.
“Being recognized as a top workplace in Connecticut is a true testament
to the culture and work environment that the leaders and associates at
Sun Products have created,” said Jeffrey P. Ansell, Chairman, President
and CEO. “We encourage all associates to be leaders in their area of
responsibility, and together, work to bring to life the Company’s
mission of making everyday lives better.”
Headquartered in Wilton CT, Sun Products has 2,000 associates across
North America, and an established portfolio of iconic brands including
‘all, Snuggle, Sun and Wisk. Sun Products was recently acquired by
Henkel Consumer Goods Inc., and together the combination of both
companies forms a strong #2 in the North America laundry market.
“I would like to thank our exceptional team of associates for making Sun
Products a best place to work,” said Gretchen Crist, Chief Human
Resources Officer. “We are always focused on improving associate
engagement to attract and retain top talent, and this award is
acknowledgement that Sun Products associates see the company as a place
to expand their skills and build a rewarding career.“
Associates at Sun Products enjoy a competitive benefits program,
flexible work schedules, wellness programs, professional development on
the job, online and in the classroom, and participate in an annual bonus
program. In addition, the company hosts social events and encourages
associates to donate their time and talent to community and charitable
outreach.
The top workplaces in CT are determined by the results of an employee
survey administered by WorkplaceDynamics,
LLC, a leading research firm that specializes in organizational
health and workplace improvement. To be eligible for the award, at least
35% of associates must respond to the survey; 85% of Sun Products
associates responded.
Sun Products will be featured in a special edition of the Connecticut
Post on Sunday September 25th together with other Top
Workplace winners. To learn about the 2016 Top Workplaces, visit www.topworkplaces.com.
About The Sun Products Corporation
The Sun Products Corporation, headquartered in Wilton, Connecticut, is a
leading North American provider of laundry detergent, fabric softeners
and other household products. With annual net sales of approximately $2
billion, the Company’s portfolio of products are sold under well-known
brands that include all®, Snuggle®, Wisk®,
Sun®, Surf®, and Sunlight®. In
addition, Sun Products is the manufacturing partner for many retailer
brand laundry and dish products in North America. For more information
visit: www.sunproductscorp.com.
As of September 1, 2016, The Sun Products Corporation is a wholly owned
subsidiary of Henkel Consumer Goods Inc. Henkel markets a wide range of
well-known consumer and industrial brands in North America including
Persil® and Purex® laundry detergents, Dial soaps® and Loctite
adhesives®.
About Henkel
Henkel operates worldwide with leading brands and technologies in three
business areas:
Laundry & Home Care, Beauty Care and Adhesive Technologies. Founded in
1876, Henkel holds globally leading market positions both in the
consumer and industrial businesses with well-known brands such as
Persil, Schwarzkopf and Loctite. Henkel employs almost 50,000 people and
reported sales of $20.1 billion and adjusted operating profit of $3.2
billion in fiscal 2015. Henkel’s preferred shares are listed in the
German stock index DAX. Visit www.henkel-northamerica.com
for more information.
About WorkplaceDynamics, LLC
Headquartered in Exton, PA, WorkplaceDynamics specializes in employee
feedback surveys and workplace improvement. This year alone, more than
two million employees in over 6,000 organizations will participate in
the Top Workplaces™ campaign—a program it conducts in partnership with
more than 40 prestigious media partners across the United States.
Workplace Dynamics also provides consulting services to improve employee
engagement and organizational health. WorkplaceDynamics is a founding B
Corporation member, a coalition of organizations that are leading a
global movement to redefine success in business by offering a positive
vision of a better way to do business.
Contacts
Sun Products Corporation
Kathryn Corbally, 203-254-6762
Kathryn.Corbally@sunproductscorp.com
or
Wilson
Solano, 860-571-5393
wilson.solano@henkel.com
or
Natalie
Violi, 480-754-5442
natalie.violi@henkel.com
