Zurn Elkay Wins 2025 Top Workplace USA
Zurn Elkay Water Solutions has been recognized as a 2025 Top Workplaces USA award recipient, a prestigious honor presented by Energage and USA Today. This recognition is a testament to the company’s ongoing commitment to fostering a positive workplace culture where employees can grow, thrive, and contribute to meaningful work aligned with Zurn Elkay’s water-focused mission.
Commitment to a Thriving Workplace
Zurn Elkay Chairman and CEO Todd A. Adams emphasized the company’s dedication to its workforce, stating, “We are focused on making Zurn Elkay Water Solutions a company where people want to grow their careers and thrive. We’re both pleased and humbled to see our associates acknowledge those efforts and recognize us as a Top Workplace where we invest in them and their futures.”
The Top Workplaces USA award is based solely on employee feedback gathered through an engagement survey administered by Energage. The survey measures key culture drivers that predict high performance and long-term success. Organizations that receive this award have demonstrated an outstanding commitment to fostering a supportive and dynamic work environment.
The Selection Process and Survey Insights
Top Workplaces USA has a 15-year history of evaluating organizations based on employee sentiment. To date, the program has surveyed over 20 million employees and recognized top-performing companies across 60 regional markets. In 2025, over 42,000 organizations were invited to participate in the survey, which assessed companies based on a variety of culture-driven criteria, including leadership, career development, workplace flexibility, and overall employee satisfaction.
The survey results analyze 15 Culture Drivers that are proven to impact employee engagement and organizational success. Companies that rank highly in these areas are known for their ability to foster environments where employees feel valued, supported, and motivated to contribute to company growth.
Employee-Centric Initiatives and Benefits
Zurn Elkay Water Solutions has built a workplace culture that prioritizes employee well-being and professional growth. One of its standout initiatives includes providing 20 hours of paid volunteer time annually, allowing employees to contribute to their communities while balancing work responsibilities. This program aligns with the company’s broader mission of sustainability and social responsibility.
In addition to fostering corporate social responsibility, Zurn Elkay has implemented financial incentives to support its employees’ long-term financial goals. In 2024, the company introduced a new employee stock purchase program, giving associates the opportunity to invest in the company’s future at a discounted rate. This initiative serves as a strategic way to encourage employee engagement and financial stability while reinforcing a shared commitment to the company’s long-term success.
Professional development has also been a significant focus at Zurn Elkay. The company expanded its learning and development opportunities, resulting in an all-time high of 18.6 hours of formal training per associate on average in 2024. These training programs equip employees with the necessary skills and knowledge to advance their careers while driving innovation within the company.
A Legacy of Excellence and Sustainability
Beyond its commitment to employee engagement, Zurn Elkay Water Solutions has gained national and global recognition for its corporate responsibility and sustainability efforts. The company has been named one of America’s Most Responsible Companies and America’s Greenest Companies by Newsweek. Additionally, TIME magazine recognized Zurn Elkay as one of the World’s Best Companies for Sustainable Growth, further highlighting its commitment to environmental stewardship and responsible business practices.
Industry Leadership and Product Innovation
Headquartered in Milwaukee, WI, Zurn Elkay is a leading provider of sustainable water management solutions. As a growth-oriented company, it designs, manufactures, and markets one of the most comprehensive portfolios of specification-driven water management solutions. These products are engineered to enhance health, hydration, human safety, and environmental sustainability in both public and private spaces.
Zurn Elkay’s diverse product lineup includes:
- Professional-grade water safety and control products
- Flow system products
- Hygienic and environmental solutions
- Filtered drinking water systems
By prioritizing innovation, sustainability, and reliability, Zurn Elkay continues to set the benchmark for excellence in the water solutions industry.
