Shaw ranked among top 25 best places to work for recent grads

HomePress ReleaseShaw ranked among top 25 best places to work for recent grads

Dalton—Shaw Industries Group Inc. has ranked among the top 25 Best Places to Work for Recent Grads in 2016. Employers across the country participated in Symplicity’s Best Places to Work for Recent Grads survey.

The top 25 employers were chosen based upon six criteria: Glassdoor.com ratings, work/life balance, benefits, company culture, mentoring and training.

The survey revealed that the diversity that exists among Shaw’s associates coupled with the breadth of opportunities within the company lends itself exceedingly to feelings of opportunity and a sense of being valued for past successes as well as future potential. Also commonly attributed to the company’s positive culture is the focus on a collaborative and inclusive workplace. Shaw’s top ranked training programs were also cited as a key factor in the ranking and in associate satisfaction.

“By clearly defining how each role at Shaw connects with and contributes to the organization’s goals, we are able to provide clarity around leadership expectations at every level and offer education and training to help associates reach their full potential,” said Paul Richard, Shaw vice president of human resources. “Shaw’s inclusion in this list is one of many indicators that our success in providing opportunities for associates at all levels is highly regarded by our newest team members.”

For information on career opportunities available with Shaw Industries, visit shawfloors.jobs.

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