Three plastics-related firms have been named among Northeast Ohio's top workplaces for 2023 by the Cleveland Plain Dealer newspaper and news website Cleveland.com.
Vitamix Corp., Mum Industries and Garland Co. all were recognized in rankings announced June 25. Olmsted Township-based Vitamix — a maker of blenders and kitchen appliances — came in at No. 7 in the ranking of large companies. The firm employs just over 800 in the area.
Garland Co. of Cleveland placed 45th in the small business category. The firm employs almost 150 in the area and makes a range of construction products, including some based on epoxies, polyurethane and silicone.
Mum Industries of Mentor was at 98 in the small business category. The firm employs 80 in the area. Mum's Integra Enclosures unit makes enclosures from both polycarbonate and metal.
The ranking was based on employee surveys conducted by consulting firm Energage of Exton, Pa.