ST. PAUL, Minn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--
Global science-based company 3M is known for pushing the boundaries of
science and innovation with its cutting-edge technologies in multiple
industries. Now, it is also being recognized as one of the best places
to work around the world. Great Place to Work® and Fortune has announced
3M as one of their 25 World’s Best Multinational Workplaces.
This global recognition considers employees’ assessments of their jobs,
managers, coworkers, opportunities for training and support for
work/life balance, among other factors. Since 2011, Great Place to Work®
has identified the top organizations that create great workplaces in
multiple countries in which they operate. From thousands of companies
considered as great workplaces, 3M stood out with an impressive 15
national Best Workplace titles around the globe.
“We know investing in a high-trust workplace culture results in
distinct, tangible business benefits and provides a fun place to work,”
said Marlene McGrath, 3M senior vice president of Human Resources.
“Engaged employees are key to driving innovation and making a difference
around the world.”
To be considered eligible for the World’s Best Multinational Workplaces
list, companies must appear on a minimum of five national best
workplaces lists that rank organizations based on the results of their
Trust Index© employee survey and Culture Audit© assessment. Candidates
must have a minimum of 5,000 employees worldwide, and 40% of their
workforce must be based outside of the country in which they are
headquartered.
“These organizations are well known because their brands appear around
the globe. But behind these successful brands are high-trust workplaces
where the vast majority of employees feel valued, well treated and that
their work makes a difference,” said Kim Peters, Executive Vice
President of Great Place to Work®. “Congratulations to these globally
great organizations!”
To see the full list of the World’s Best Multinationals click
here.
About 3M
At 3M, we apply science in collaborative ways to improve lives daily.
With $30 billion in sales, our 90,000 employees connect with customers
all around the world. Learn more about 3M’s creative solutions to the
world’s problems at www.3M.com
or on Twitter @3M or @3MNewsroom.
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