Lithuania's leading producer of food products and animal feed, the joint-stock company "Kauno Grūdai," has once again earned the prestigious "Top Employer" award for the third year in a row. This international accolade affirms the company’s commitment to ensuring the highest standards of employee well-being, working conditions, and human resources management.
"As an organization, we continuously strive to prioritize the overall well-being of our employees. Being included in the 'Top Employer' list for the third consecutive year is a significant achievement for our team. It demonstrates that we are consistently improving work processes and employee conditions, aiming not only to maintain high quality but also to serve as a benchmark in the labor market," stated Andrius Pranckevičius, the CEO of "Kauno Grūdai," while celebrating the award.
Stable Growth and Strengthening Leadership
Receiving this recognition for three consecutive years highlights the company’s dedication to investing in its employees and its ability to maintain the highest quality standards in an ever-changing business environment. Such acknowledgment serves as a key indicator that the organization successfully aligns strategic growth with a long-term vision for employee welfare.
According to labor market experts, earning the "Top Employer" certification in Lithuania for three consecutive years is an accomplishment achieved only by companies that not only follow the best international HR management practices but also develop innovative, employee-focused solutions.
The "Top Employer" certification, awarded by the "Top Employer Institute," is a global mark of quality, granted exclusively to organizations that uphold the highest HR management standards. The certification process involves a comprehensive audit, evaluating over 350 criteria, including work environment, employee engagement, corporate social responsibility, leadership culture, and HR process digitization.
This year, "Kauno Grūdai" has made significant progress in areas such as strategic communication, workplace environment and culture, employer branding, talent acquisition and onboarding, and employee engagement. According to Irena Aleksiūnienė, the company’s HR manager, the employee benefits package is continuously enhanced, and more effective methods for collecting employee feedback are being sought.
Employee Well-Being and Team Spirit as Strategic Priorities
"Employee well-being and health are the cornerstones of our strategy. We recognize that employees are the foundation of our business, so we invest in their experience and work environment. The independent international audit not only allows us to objectively evaluate our achievements but also helps us identify areas for improvement. This process motivates us to aim for even higher goals, both in improving working conditions and in HR management innovation," emphasized Aleksiūnienė.
The company offers numerous initiatives for employees, including health, sports, and leisure programs, regular internal tournaments, and large-scale summer sports games. Additionally, "Kauno Grūdai" provides health insurance, focuses on onboarding new employees, and fosters a sense of community through company traditions and events.
Company representatives note that one of the most critical aspects of modern HR management strategy is an individualized approach to each employee’s needs. "We understand that employees have different priorities and goals. Therefore, we strive to offer flexible working conditions, training programs, and career planning opportunities to help everyone realize their potential," shared the HR manager.
Recognition Drives Continuous Improvement
According to A. Pranckevičius, the "Top Employer" certification not only instills pride but also comes with the responsibility to keep improving. "This is not just recognition but a commitment to continue along the path we have started. We aim to be the best for both our employees and our clients, as their trust is the foundation of our business success."
This international recognition not only enhances "Kauno Grūdai’s" reputation but also helps attract new talent. The company emphasizes that its strategy focuses on professionals who are seeking an employer capable of providing opportunities for both professional and personal development.
"Today’s talent is looking for companies that value not only their skills but also their individuality. Our goal is to be an organization where everyone feels appreciated and inspired to create alongside the team," say the company’s leaders.
This award reaffirms that "Kauno Grūdai" is not only a leading producer of food products and animal feed but also a socially responsible employer committed to continuously improving workplace culture in Lithuania.