Hawkins, Inc. Recognized as One of America’s Greatest Companies 2025 by Newsweek

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Hawkins Inc (Nasdaq: HWKN), a leading water treatment and specialty ingredients company, has been named one of America's Greatest Companies 2025 by Newsweek. The company has received multiple prestigious recognitions in 2025, including Great Place to Work® Certification, Newsweek's America's Most Responsible Companies, recognition among Minneapolis/St.Paul Business Journal's Fastest Growing Public Companies in Minnesota, and inclusion in Fortune's Top Workplaces in Manufacturing and Production 2025.

These accolades highlight Hawkins' excellence in workplace culture, sustainability, community engagement, and business growth while serving water treatment, food & health sciences, and industrial solutions markets.

ROSEVILLE, Minn., Sept. 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Hawkins, Inc. (Nasdaq: HWKN), a leading water treatment and specialty ingredients company, today announced that it has been named one of America’s Greatest Companies 2025 by Newsweek, a recognition that underscores the company’s continued commitment to excellence, innovation, and service.

This recognition adds to a series of notable honors Hawkins has received this year:

• Great Place to Work® Certified – Recognizing Hawkins’ dedication to fostering an inclusive, engaging, and rewarding workplace for employees across its operations.
• Newsweek® America’s Most Responsible Companies – Highlighting Hawkins’ leadership in sustainability, community engagement, and ethical business practices.
• Minneapolis/St.Paul Business Journal® Fastest Growing Public Companies in Minnesota – Acknowledging our strong year-over-year growth and continued success as a leading performer among the state’s publicly traded companies.
• Fortune’s Top Workplaces in Manufacturing and Production 2025 – Highlighting Hawkins’ excellence in creating a positive, inclusive and engaging environment.

Together, these distinctions reflect Hawkins’ strong culture, dedication to its people, and its impact on the customers and communities it serves.

As Hawkins continues to grow and expand its capabilities across water treatment, food & health sciences, and industrial solutions, these awards affirm the company’s focus on creating value for stakeholders while upholding the highest standards of responsibility and workplace excellence.

About Hawkins, Inc.

Hawkins, Inc. was founded in 1938 and is a leading water treatment and specialty ingredients company that formulates, manufactures, distributes and blends products for its Water Treatment, Food & Health Sciences and Industrial Solutions customers. Headquartered in Roseville, Minnesota, the Company has 64 facilities in 28 states and creates value for its customers through superb customer service and support, quality products and personalized applications. Hawkins, Inc. generated $974 million of revenue in fiscal 2025 and has approximately 1,100 employees. For more information, including registering to receive email alerts, please visit www.hawkinsinc.com/investors.

Contact:
Jeffrey P. Oldenkamp        
Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
612/331-6910                
ir@hawkinsinc.com

FAQ

What awards did Hawkins (HWKN) receive in 2025?

In 2025, Hawkins received multiple awards including: America's Greatest Companies by Newsweek, Great Place to Work® Certification, Newsweek's America's Most Responsible Companies, recognition among Minneapolis/St.Paul Business Journal's Fastest Growing Public Companies, and Fortune's Top Workplaces in Manufacturing and Production.

What industries does Hawkins (HWKN) operate in?

Hawkins operates in water treatment, food & health sciences, and industrial solutions markets.

Why was Hawkins (HWKN) recognized by Newsweek in 2025?

Hawkins was recognized for its excellence, innovation, and service, along with its commitment to sustainability, community engagement, and ethical business practices.

Is Hawkins (HWKN) considered a good workplace in 2025?

Yes, Hawkins is recognized as a top workplace, earning both Great Place to Work® Certification and Fortune's Top Workplaces in Manufacturing and Production 2025 for its inclusive, engaging, and rewarding workplace environment.