T&S Brass Named One of the Best Places to Work in Manufacturing for 2026

TRAVELERS REST, S.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--T&S Brass and Bronze Works, Inc., a global leader in commercial plumbing products, has been recognized as one of the 2026 Best Places to Work in Manufacturing. The honor comes from Best Companies Group, a respected research firm that celebrates top-performing companies with exceptional workplace cultures. The recognition is based on rigorous evaluation, including direct feedback from employees across the manufacturing industry. Companies selected for the list demonstrate strong leadership, thoughtful policies, and a culture of trust and engagement.

“We’re deeply honored to be recognized among the best in manufacturing,” said Eva-Marie Fox, President & Chief Operating Officer at T&S. “Our people are the foundation of everything we do at T&S. From our manufacturing floor to our leadership team, we’re proud to foster an environment where employees feel respected, supported, and empowered to grow. This award is a reflection of their dedication, and we share this recognition with every member of the T&S team.”

This distinction builds on a workplace culture that has defined T&S for nearly 80 years. As one of the largest and longest-standing employers in Travelers Rest, South Carolina, T&S has cultivated an environment where professional growth and personal well-being are both prioritized. More than 120 of its team members have been with the company for over 15 years, and several have built careers spanning more than four decades.

“At T&S Brass, we believe that a strong and supportive company culture is the foundation of our long-term success,” said Mary Alice Bowers, Vice President of Human Resources. “Our goal has always been to create an environment where people feel respected, valued, and empowered to grow. Recognition like this confirms we’re on the right path and inspires us to keep raising the bar.”

In addition to longevity, T&S continues to set the benchmark in workplace safety and professional development. The company recently surpassed 6 million labor hours without a lost-time accident, and its internal training program offers both technical and leadership development opportunities across departments and locations.

“We are proud to honor T&S Brass with this certification,” said Jaime Raul Zepeda, Executive Vice President of Best Companies Group. “With their commitment to employee well-being, innovation, and excellence, they truly embody what it means to be a Best Place to Work in Manufacturing.”

For more information about T&S Brass and its commitment to workplace excellence, visit www.tsbrass.com or contact [e-mail].

About T&S Brass

T&S Brass and Bronze Works, Inc., has been a leader in providing innovative equipment solutions to the foodservice and plumbing industries since 1947, when it developed the first pre-rinse unit. Today, with facilities on the east and west coasts of the U.S., in Shanghai, China, and Europe, T&S leads the way in environmental initiatives from eco-friendly manufacturing processes to the development of award-winning water- and energy-conserving products. T&S is among the first commercial plumbing manufacturers to be registered by UL-DQS to ISO 9001 Certification, the most stringent certification a corporation can receive. For more information, go to www.tsbrass.com.