The Chillaz principle
Many companies claim to comply with the textile industry’s code of conduct – but what does that mean? The Code of Conduct stipulates that the legal framework of each country must be complied with. This includes minimum wages, women’s rights, termination rights, working hours, etc. In many countries, the minimum wage is so low that employees cannot live on it despite working 80 hours a week, let alone feed their families. This is something that is completely contrary to our internal Chillaz Codex. For over 20 years, we have had the privilege of working exclusively with a family business in Turkey (Istanbul/Büyükçekmece). The owner, Tuncay, manages around 100 employees there. We want to ensure that everyone who works for us, whether at our headquarters in Vomp or in production in Turkey, is financially secure and happy to be part of the Chillaz family.
We guarantee our production employees that working 43 hours per week will enable them to support their families and provide their children with a good education.
Pension
The insurance for the pension is paid for by the company.
Travel expenses
Complete coverage of travel expenses for commuting to and from work.
Catering
Tea and biscuits during breaks and a hot lunch are provided by the company.
Working hours
43 hours per week.
No overtime!
Holiday
5 weeks of paid holiday for all employees.
Hygiene
Compliance with hygiene standards (clean workplaces, toilets, etc.)
A second home
“Many employees have been with Chillaz for over 20 years – I know their children and have been invited to attend many school events. Some of them are studying in Turkey and abroad. Every Friday, a doctor comes to the company to check that everything is in order, and employees can receive treatment free of charge – I think this is where our principles differ greatly from those of the textile industry’s code of conduct. We don’t just adhere to minimum requirements, we always strive to create the best working environment for our team, and perhaps that is what makes us most proud. We have managed to produce goods under these conditions that achieve market-driven prices, with a team that I can only bow down to.”
Diversity with heart
Despite our different cultural and linguistic backgrounds, we share similar values. Visiting this company feels like coming home.
