Why It's a Great Employer

A direct seller of automation controls for manufacturing machines, AutomationDirect puts an emphasis on balance in supporting employees. Its approach draws on a version of the "Wheel of Life" as a metaphor, with a different "spoke" representing common goals each employee is trying to keep in balance -- such as family, career and physical well-being, among others. The logic follows that if someone's "spokes" are out of sync, the wheel can't spin efficiently. The company offers a number of perks to help employees' wheels stay well-rounded, among them on-site yoga and Pilates classes, personal and professional development courses and a monthly newsletter focused on character building. Last year, the company had a full-time annual turnover rate of about 2 percent.

Employee Perks

Bonus
Free Snacks
Free Beverages
Mailing
Dry Cleaning
Travel
Free Lunch
Free Breakfast

By The Numbers