Vermeer.com
 Friday, November 20, 2009
About Vermeer
Vermeer's history is rich in innovation and growth. Where did we come from and where are we going? These are classic questions Vermeer leadership considers as they guide the company on a journey toward continued success.

Situated approximately 45 miles southeast of Des Moines, the "Vermeer Mile" encompasses over 200 acres and 1.5 million square feet of manufacturing space. We encourage you to experience the environment our people have helped to grow over the past 58 years by taking part in a virtual tour or meeting our people through a gallery of photos available. The employee testimonials will give you a very clear picture of why Vermeer continues to be a premier Iowa employer and how we are building global markets through our Vermint facility (located in Goes, Holland) as well as expatriate opportunities.

Saying our people are our greatest asset is more than a passing comment at Vermeer. Averaging 11 years of service per employee, Vermeer reinforces this fundamental belief by providing creative, competitive, and growth-oriented benefit options - including an on-site health care facility and an on-site pharmacy. Striking a favorable balance between effective health-care programs while controlling soaring costs currently faced by all industries is a challenge our compensation team boldly pursues.

At Vermeer, we know your success is essential to our success. Vermeer is proud of our employee's achievements and takes a deliberate role in supporting the career development of our people. By providing programs such as tuition assistance, on-site training via Vermeer University, and career progression planning, we offer opportunities to any employee who wishes to grow with the company.

The Vermeer family is deeply committed to life and leadership based on strong biblical principles. Those principles include good stewardship and giving back with spiritual generosity through the Vermeer Charitable Foundation. This Vermeer family organization not only supports the participation of our employees in various missionary efforts around the world, but also contributes to independent organizations that seek to enlighten others in living faith-filled lives.

Additional information about Pella, Knoxville, Oskaloosa and surrounding communities can be found through our local Chambers of Commerce and supporting organizations. These communities and others in the surrounding area offer great experiences in Iowa living. From raising kids to community leadership, you can do it all in Iowa!

As a matter of fact, one of our favorite local sayings is all roads lead to Pella - but if you're not sure which one to take or where to stay, let our handy-dandy guide help you find your way! The best area restaurants, hotels with gracious hospitality, and plenty of home-town attractions are waiting to greet you!

It is the policy of Vermeer Corporation to employ, advance in employment, and otherwise treat all employees and applicants for employment without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental handicap, or veteran status. We reinforce this philosophy through our Affirmative Action Statement, which can be observed on any one of the internal Vermeer communication links up and down the Vermeer mile.