Henkel recognized by Forbes as one of America’s Best-In-State Employers

Henkel, a leading manufacturer of well-known consumer and industrial brands such as Dial® soap, Schwarzkopf® hair care, all® laundry detergent, and Loctite®, Technomelt®, and Bonderite® adhesives, sealants, and functional coatings, announced today that it has been named to the Forbes 2024 Best-In-State Employers list for the state of Connecticut.

Best-In-State Employers were identified in an independent survey of over 160,000 U.S. employees that considered aspects of an employee’s experience including working conditions, salary, potential for growth, and diversity. Of the thousands of companies eligible for this recognition, only a few are awarded in each state.

“We are honored to be recognized by Forbes and Statista as a Best-In-State Employer in Connecticut,” said Phil Schaffer, Head of Henkel Consumer Brands, North America. “We feel deeply connected to the vibrant Connecticut communities where we operate, and demonstrate this through our long-term commitment to our headquarters locations, as well as volunteer efforts and partnerships throughout the year. This award is a positive milestone in Henkel’s cultural journey to share our pioneering spirit and create a workplace where every employee feels empowered to learn, grow, and drive organizational success.“

Henkel employs close to 1,000 employees in Connecticut, operating across multiple locations, including its North American and Adhesive General Manufacturing & Maintenance headquarters in Rocky Hill and its North American Consumer Brands headquarters in Stamford. Henkel also has locations in Darien and Trumbull, as part of its Henkel Consumer Brands business. Henkel’s Connecticut locations feature R&D labs, test hair salons, and state-of-the-art technologies that enhance innovation and customer collaboration. Both Rocky Hill and Stamford also serve as regional centers of excellence for corporate functions and have employees working across a variety of business teams, including sales, marketing, and supply chain, among others.

Henkel also maintains a strong community presence in Connecticut. Employees volunteer to support organizations across Fairfield County and the greater Hartford area to plant gardens, fight hunger for families and students in need, provide inclusive sporting events, and facilitate beautification projects in local parks. The company supports employee volunteerism through its Make an Impact on Tomorrow (MIT) initiative by providing financial and in-kind donations to charities across the region. In addition, Henkel partners with the Mill River Park Collaborative in Stamford, CT to provide lessons in STEM to area students and inspire curiosity for science through their global education initiative, Henkel Researchers‘ World. 

For more information about the inclusive working environment at Henkel in Connecticut or anywhere in North America, visit the company’s careers page.