At Benchmark, diversity isn't just a commitment—it's our strength. We believe that innovation thrives when people from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives come together to solve complex challenges. Our diverse teams are at the heart of everything we do, blending creativity and collaboration to deliver cutting-edge solutions that shape a healthier, safer, and more connected world.
We embrace diversity and collaboration as we tackle the most complex product design, engineering, technology, and manufacturing challenges. Our teams are a vibrant tapestry of unique perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences, woven together to achieve our shared mission. Committed to excellence in service, we celebrate our differences and recognize that it’s through this rich blend of talents that push the boundaries of what’s possible.
Integrity and inclusion are at the heart of Benchmark's commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). These principles not only guide our ethical path but also fuel our innovation, driving groundbreaking solutions. By fostering an inclusive, diverse, and equitable workforce and culture, we attract top-tier talent and bring products to market that positively impact the world. Our purpose is clear: we innovate for a healthier, safer, and better-connected world to create a brighter future. We live by our values of integrity, inclusion, customer commitment, ingenuity, and caring. Our culture is one where every employee feels valued, empowered, and inspired to contribute to our shared success.
Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) at Benchmark are dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive workplace by providing networking, mentoring, coaching, and educational opportunities for all employees. Our ERGs are voluntarily formed and led by employees who are passionate about fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Each ERG is championed by an executive sponsor—a senior leader who provides guidance and helps elevate the group's visibility and impact. This support ensures that our ERGs are not just employee-led but also deeply integrated into Benchmark's overall mission and values.
Through these groups, employees from diverse backgrounds can connect, share experiences, and collaborate, enhancing mutual understanding and respect. By promoting these values, our ERGs help shape a workplace culture that celebrates diversity and drives our collective success.
BRAVE is our dedicated employee resource group for veterans, active-duty military, and military family members and friends. We create a supportive community within Benchmark, committed to promoting veteran hiring and advocating for veterans' needs and concerns. BRAVE's mission is to provide a robust support network for veterans and their allies, embodying our value of caring by fostering a culture of support and respect.
WIN paves the way for women in manufacturing at Benchmark through our mission is to enable the advancement of women at work, focusing on personal development to promote strong, confident leaders. This employee recourse group underscores our commitment to creating an environment where every individual feels valued and empowered to contribute their best through friendships, learning, and support.
Our PRIDE Employee Resource Group is dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace that celebrates the unique identities, experiences, and voices of our LGBTQ+ employees and allies. We strive to create a safe, supportive, and empowering environment for all, regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression. Committed to advocating for equality, we offer resources to enhance understanding and allyship and organize initiatives that uplift our community. Together, we build a culture of respect, equity, and belonging where every individual can thrive.
At Benchmark, we’re proud to have a beautifully balanced team, with our global workforce being slightly tipped towards female employees, who make up 53% of our family. Not far behind, male employees represent 47%, creating a vibrant and harmonious mix. And, for those who prefer not to specify, they make up a small slice of less than 1%. It's this mixture that makes our team not just inclusive but wonderfully diverse, showcasing our commitment to embracing a range of perspectives and backgrounds from all over the globe.
We act with integrity by doing what we say we are going to do, exhibiting accountability, and building trust at all times.
We value inclusion by respecting diverse opinions to collaborate effectively.
We are committed to customers, both internally and externally, with a dedication to excellence in every encounter.
We promote ingenuity by proactively attacking challenges, creating innovative solutions, and constantly learning to drive continuous improvement.
We genuinely care for each other, our customers, and our communities.