The 20 Best Consumer Goods Companies to Work For As Rated by the Women Who Work There (February 2020)
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InHerSight's list of the best consumer goods companies for women is based on millions of anonymous employer ratings and reviews from working women. Consumer Goods companies on this list have been rated by 20 or more participants as of February 1, 2020. Rate your company ›
The 20 best consumer goods companies to work for
1. Malouf
4.2 stars
Malouf is a consumer goods company headquartered in the Logan, UT area, that employs 201 to 500 people. The company has its best ratings for social activities and environment (4.8 stars) and wellness initiatives (4.7 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Malouf:
"Malouf is supportive of all working parents. Because the corporate team values family, they put a lot of thought and work into preserving and promoting a healthy balance between..."
2. Mary Kay Inc.
4.1 stars
Mary Kay Inc. is a cosmetics company that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for female representation in leadership (4.5 stars) and management opportunities (4.5 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Mary Kay Inc.:
"I have met some of the nicest women in my life in Mary Kay. "
3. lululemon athletica
3.9 stars
lululemon athletica is a retail company headquartered in the Vancouver, Canada area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for wellness initiatives (4.8 stars) and female representation in leadership (4.7 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for lululemon athletica:
"Lululemon is a company that very obviously values all people. There are ample opportunities for development and enhancement. The company supports you as an individual while enco..."
4. L.L.Bean
3.9 stars
L.L.Bean is a retail company headquartered in the Freeport, ME area, that employs 1001 to 5000 people. The company has its best ratings for equal opportunities for women and men (4.6 stars) and management opportunities (4.5 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for L.L.Bean:
"There are many more women than men in leadership positions in my department. Our unit leader/VP is female and is wonderful at her job. L.L.Bean is a great place for women (and p..."
5. Custom Ink
3.8 stars
Custom Ink is a retail company headquartered in the Fairfax, VA area, that employs 1001 to 5000 people. The company has its best ratings for paid time off (4.5 stars) and equal opportunities for women and men (4.4 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Custom Ink:
"I love being here. I believe in what we do everyday and I'm still able to be a mom and pursue a fully rewarding career. "
6. Warby Parker
3.8 stars
Warby Parker is an apparel & fashion company headquartered in the New York City, NY area, that employs 201 to 500 people. The company has its best ratings for management opportunities (4.6 stars) and female representation in leadership (4.4 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Warby Parker:
"The company is perfect aside if low pay for support personnel "
7. Zappos
3.8 stars
Zappos is a retail company that employs 1001 to 5000 people. The company has its best ratings for social activities and environment (4.7 stars) and wellness initiatives (4.7 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Zappos:
"Zappos is a great place if you love change, and strong culture. Depending on what department youh work for, youbeither have tons of freedom or none at all. Wish they would get b..."
8. Hasbro
3.7 stars
Hasbro is a consumer goods company headquartered in the Pawtucket, RI area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for paid time off (4.2 stars) and maternity and adoptive leave (4.2 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Hasbro:
"Going through some growth challenges but a fantastic place to work"
9. LEGO Group
3.7 stars
LEGO Group is a consumer goods company headquartered in the Enfield, CT area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for maternity and adoptive leave (4.3 stars) and social activities and environment (4.2 stars).
10. Procter and Gamble
3.7 stars
Procter and Gamble is a consumer goods company headquartered in the Cincinnati, OH area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for paid time off (4.2 stars) and maternity and adoptive leave (4.0 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Procter and Gamble:
"There are some structural things (e.g. Technical Career System) that seem to support/reinforce gender biases.."
11. In-N-Out Burger
3.7 stars
In-N-Out Burger is a food production company headquartered in the Irvine, CA area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for management opportunities (4.3 stars) and equal opportunities for women and men (4.2 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for In-N-Out Burger:
"Great for ladies! They are weird about girls prepping lettuce and onion and boys prepping potatoes but that's not that big of a deal. "
12. Land O'Lakes, Inc
3.7 stars
Land O'Lakes, Inc is a food production company headquartered in the Arden Hills, MN area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for paid time off (4.1 stars) and female representation in leadership (3.9 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Land O'Lakes, Inc:
"Great people, great culture. Unfortunately, there just were not growth opportunities locally, everything was located in Minnesota. "
13. Stitch Fix
3.6 stars
Stitch Fix is an apparel & fashion company headquartered in the San Francisco, CA area, that employs 201 to 500 people. The company has its best ratings for female representation in leadership (4.8 stars) and equal opportunities for women and men (4.3 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Stitch Fix:
"Stitch Fix is the best company I've ever worked for. The management is supportive and helpful and the expected goals are very fair. Given that the job is in the women's fashion ..."
14. Vector Marketing
3.6 stars
Vector Marketing is a consumer goods company headquartered in the London area, that employs 501 to 1000 people. The company has its best ratings for equal opportunities for women and men (4.7 stars) and management opportunities (4.4 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Vector Marketing:
"I loved working here!"
15. Nestlé Purina
3.6 stars
Nestlé Purina is a consumer goods company headquartered in the St. Louis, MO area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for maternity and adoptive leave (4.3 stars) and paid time off (4.1 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Nestlé Purina :
"Work-life balance promotes emotional, social, career wellness. All of the above. The pay is higher than most positions in the area with similar experience. The benefits are top ..."
16. E & J Gallo Winery
3.6 stars
E & J Gallo Winery is a wine and spirits company headquartered in the Modesto, CA area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for learning opportunities (4.1 stars) and maternity and adoptive leave (4.0 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for E & J Gallo Winery:
"Gallo is an awesome place to work - smart & highly engaged people, growing industry, fun product category, and a fast pace. An individual employee really has the opportunity to..."
17. IKEA Group
3.5 stars
IKEA Group is a retail company headquartered in the Malmö, Sweden area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for maternity and adoptive leave (4.5 stars) and paid time off (4.4 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for IKEA Group:
"Great company to work for. They really respect you. Advancement opportunities for both genders in lateral and upwards moves, even global advancement. This was my favorite compan..."
18. Wegmans Food Markets
3.5 stars
Wegmans Food Markets is a retail company headquartered in the Rochester, NY area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for equal opportunities for women and men (4.2 stars) and management opportunities (4.2 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Wegmans Food Markets:
"Wegmans is a great place to work. On the store operations side of things, many struggle to find an appropriate work-life balance with 50 hour (salaried without overtime) work we..."
19. General Mills
3.5 stars
General Mills is a consumer goods company headquartered in the Minneapolis, MN area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for paid time off (4.1 stars) and maternity and adoptive leave (4.0 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for General Mills:
"I had two babies and had amazing support for my breastfeeding choice. Their pumping rooms are everywhere, available to be exclusively reserved. Include a sink, a fridge, a comfy..."
20. Maurices
3.5 stars
Maurices is a retail company headquartered in the Duluth, MN area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for female representation in leadership (4.7 stars) and management opportunities (4.7 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Maurices:
"My boss always says, "I want you to feel empowered in making decisions, working forward, and working up." I feel like this could be the company motto- I've never worked somewher..."
Companies with ratings and reviews from at least 20 current or former US-based employees are eligible for this list. Company ratings accurate as of February 1, 2020.