An independent third-party audit has resulted in certification of Volkswagen’s Chattanooga operations as a “Top Employer” for 2019, according to the automaker.
VW’s Chattanooga assembly plant is one of 23 U.S. employers to receive the acknowledgement from the Top Employers Institute, a global independent human resources certification company. To be certified as a top employer, 600 working condition practices and indicators are assessed and validated.
The institute specifically cites VW’s Chattanooga plant efforts in three areas: workforce planning, career and succession management, and talent strategy. Additional human resource practices evaluated by the organization include onboarding, learning and development, performance management, leadership development, compensation and benefits, and culture.
“We view this recognition as a reinforcement of our commitment to building a positive company culture and fostering a great place to work for our team,” said Nicole Koesling, the plant’s senior vice president of human resources, in a statement. “This certification does not mark the end of our efforts. It strengthens our commitment to continue building quality careers in Tennessee.”