Mars Inc. earned the top spot on Glassdoor’s inaugural Best Places to Work in Manufacturing and Energy list and ranked sixth on the job search and career community’s 2026 Best Places to Work list, the company announced Jan. 21.
The awards are determined based on voluntary, anonymous feedback from employees on Glassdoor.
McLean, Virginia-based Mars – maker of M&M’S, Pringles, Pedigree, Royal Canin and Ben’s Original, among other brands – employs more than 70,000 associates globally. The family-owned business has been headquartered in the U.S. for more than a century.
“A company is only as strong as the people behind the work,” said Rebecca Snow, VP of people and organization at Mars.
“The world-class talent we have at Mars, coupled with our associates’ shared commitment to delivering high-quality products and services for our consumers, is what makes working at Mars so special. Receiving these honors reinforces that our culture and the way we work is aligned with our purpose.”
Ninety-four percent of Mars products sold in the U.S. are produced locally. In 2025, Mars announced a $2 billion investment in American manufacturing through 2026, building on the $6 billion the company had already invested in manufacturing over the previous five years.
“At Mars, we’re proud of our people-first environment, where associates are empowered to shape their own futures,” said Anton Vincent, president of Mars Snacking North America and Global Ice Cream and lead for cross-company reputation building in the U.S.
“From our global headquarters to veterinary clinics to factory floors, this recognition shows that our associates see Mars as a place where they can learn, grow and build meaningful careers.”
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