Looking for a new job in food production? Check our list of the most women-friendly employers in the industry, as rated by the women who work there.
InHerSight's list of the best food production companies for women is based on millions of anonymous employer ratings and reviews from working women. Food Production companies on this list have 10 or more submissions as of August 1, 2021. Rate your company ›
The 20 best food production companies to work for
Mars is a food production company headquartered in the Albany, GA area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for maternity and adoptive leave (4.7 stars) and support for diversity (4.6 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Mars:
"Mars is an amazing place for women. As a woman in engineering I was given many opportunities to progress in my career and mentors to provide guidance."
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 equal opportunities for women and men (4.5 stars) and management opportunities (4.5 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for In-N-Out Burger:
"Amazing company to work for. Definitely room for management positions if you are dedicated and work really hard. Great work environment. Highly recommend. "
Gertrude Hawk Chocolates is a food production company headquartered in the Dunmore, PA, PA area, that employs 501 to 1000 people. The company has its best ratings for women in leadership (4.4 stars) and employer responsiveness (4.4 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Gertrude Hawk Chocolates:
"The company is comprised primarily of women in retail management positions, as well as corporate support staff."
Mondelez International is a food production company headquartered in the Aberdeen, SD area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for paid time off (4.2 stars) and management opportunities (3.9 stars).
Cargill is a food production company headquartered in the Wayzata, MN area, that employs 10000+ people. The company has its best ratings for support for diversity (4.5 stars) and sense of belonging (4.0 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Cargill:
"I love the community of my plant. There's a lot of very strong female leadership but also promotion based on merit. "
Danone is a food production company headquartered in the Paris, TX area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for support for diversity (5.0 stars) and maternity and adoptive leave (4.4 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Danone:
"One of the first US companies to institute paid maternity leave. We have exceptional PTO, diversity teams, women's forums and conferences."
Thorntons is a food production company that employs 1001 to 5000 people. The company has its best ratings for equal opportunities for women and men (4.3 stars) and management opportunities (4.2 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 salary satisfaction (3.4 stars) and the people you work with (3.4 stars).
J.R. Simplot Company is a food production company headquartered in the Boise, ID area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for paid time off (3.8 stars) and maternity and adoptive leave (3.7 stars).
Skyline Chili is a food production company headquartered in the Fairfield, OH area, that employs 501 to 1000 people. The company has its best ratings for management opportunities (4.3 stars) and women in leadership (4.2 stars).
Conagra Brands is a food production company headquartered in the Omaha, NE area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for paid time off (3.8 stars) and wellness initiatives (3.4 stars).
Leprino Foods is a food production company headquartered in the Denver, CO area, that employs 1001 to 5000 people. The company has its best ratings for wellness initiatives (3.7 stars) and maternity and adoptive leave (3.7 stars).
Schreiber Foods is a food production company headquartered in the Green Bay, WI area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for support for diversity (5.0 stars) and equal opportunities for women and men (3.7 stars).
Sandridge Food Corporation is a food production company headquartered in the Medina, OH area, that employs 201 to 500 people. The company has its best ratings for paid time off (4.1 stars) and maternity and adoptive leave (4.0 stars).
Kerry is a food production company headquartered in the Beloit, WI area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for paid time off (3.6 stars) and ability to telecommute (3.4 stars).
Perdue Farms is a food production company headquartered in the Salisbury, MD area, that employs 10000+ people. The company has its best ratings for sense of belonging (4.0 stars) and equal opportunities for women and men (3.2 stars).
Tyson Foods Incorporated is a food production company headquartered in the Springdale, AR area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for the people you work with (3.4 stars) and management opportunities (3.2 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Tyson Foods Incorporated:
"Great company, very family oriented open opportunities for growth"
Archer Daniels Midland Company is a food production company headquartered in the Decatur, IL area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for paid time off (3.7 stars) and maternity and adoptive leave (3.3 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Archer Daniels Midland Company:
"Amazing benefits and managers truly support you"
McCormick & Company is a food production company headquartered in the Sparks, MD area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for paid time off (3.9 stars) and the people you work with (3.0 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for McCormick & Company:
"I've never worked in such a positive work environment. Everyone goes out of their way to say hi, ask how each other are doing, and know everyone's names. Women are hired at every…"
JBS is a food production company headquartered in the Greeley, CO area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for sense of belonging (5.0 stars) and support for diversity (5.0 stars).
Companies with at least 10 submissions from current or former US-based employees are eligible for this list. Company ratings accurate as of August 1, 2021.