Company: Duracell
Industry: Batteries
Description: Duracell, founded in 1924 as P.R. Mallory Company in the United States, is a pioneering battery manufacturer renowned for its alkaline and specialty batteries, including CopperTop, Ultra, and Procell lines for consumer, professional, and industrial use. Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, with operations in Bethel, Connecticut, it became a wholly owned subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway in 2016 after previous ownership by Procter & Gamble. With a global footprint including subsidiaries in the UK, China, and Europe, Duracell innovates in rechargeable NiMH, lithium, and button cells, plus partnerships in wireless charging and motorsport sponsorships.
Employing approximately 2,700 people worldwide, Duracell reported $2 billion in revenue in 2015, underscoring its financial stability and market leadership in the $50+ billion battery industry.
For job seekers, opportunities include manufacturing roles (production technicians, assembly workers), R&D positions (battery engineers, innovation specialists), sales and marketing (account executives, brand managers), plus corporate jobs in supply chain, logistics, and operations. (according to Wikipedia and the company).
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