San Antonio based H-E-B announced today it has surpassed the 100,000 employee mark, and is now the largest private employer in Texas, News Radio 1200 WOAI reports.
H-E-B employs 90,000 people in Texas, and another 10,000 at its 56 stores in Mexico.
“This milestone represents our deep commitment to improving the lives of Texans and their families, and creating a work environment that brings the spirit of community to life every day while encouraging innovation, engagement and success,” said Craig Boyan, President and COO. “It takes great people to build a great company, and we look forward to providing even more Texans with meaningful career opportunities that bring new experiences, growth and lifelong connections at H-E-B.”
H-E-B says it has added 24,000 jobs since the Great Recession in 2008.
"A strong work force keeps stores running efficiently, allowing H-E-B to offer customers friendly service, quality products, and low prices," the company said in a statement.
H-E-B now employs more full time workers than Google, Facebook, of Chrysler.
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