Workers with enviable salaries.
In some businesses, the monthly salary of unskilled workers can reach over 13-17 million VND/month. This is the result of many well-deserved incentive policies from the businesses and the efforts of the workers themselves.
Hardworking individuals
At Minh Anh Kim Lien Garment Company (Bac Vinh Industrial Zone, Vinh City), some workers earn salaries ranging from 14 million VND/month or more. For example, Ms. Le Thi Xuan (born in 1994, from Hung Nguyen), who has worked at Minh Anh Kim Lien Garment Company for 9 years, is consistently rated highly.WorkerShe is highly skilled, hardworking, diligent, and dedicated to her work. This effort earns her a monthly salary of approximately 14-17 million VND; for example, in July 2024, her salary was 17.7 million VND, and in June 2024, it was 14.7 million VND.
Ms. Xuan shared: “My current job is checking product quality and sorting by size. Because I've been doing this job for many years, my productivity is quite good. Besides that, I maintain discipline in my work, from time management to attitude. For urgent orders, I don't hesitate to stay overtime to complete them, even though I have young children. My family is also always understanding and provides me with the maximum support to go to work.”
Compared to other businesses in Nghi Loc district, the average income of workers at Apex Nghe An Shoe Co., Ltd. is considered high. Many unskilled laborers earn around 10 million VND per month. Le Van Truong (born in 1989), a simple worker in the shoe molding department, earns 12-13 million VND per month. Sharing his experience, Mr. Truong said: “With the stable orders we have now, many workers in the company can achieve a salary like mine, as long as they are diligent, hardworking, and willing to work overtime when needed. With this salary, I can take care of my family and cover my living expenses stably.”
At Apex Nghe An Footwear Co., Ltd., many unskilled workers earn a total income of 12 million VND per month, higher than the monthly salaries of some management and administrative staff. “I’ve been with the company since its early days, starting as an ordinary worker with a modest basic salary. After learning, working hard, and being diligent, I was promoted to team leader by the company leadership,” shared worker Nguyen Thi Men.
Despite having only been in operation for over a year and receiving virtually no seniority allowance, many workers at Gaiwach International Garment Vietnam Co., Ltd. are still confident about their income. Worker Tran Thi Lanh Thuy (born in 2005) shared: “After graduating from high school, I decided to start working immediately and previously worked seasonally at another garment company. Currently, I work in the handicraft department of Gaiwach International Garment Vietnam Co., Ltd., earning 9 million VND or more. For example, in November 2024, my income was 10 million VND/month for 10 hours of work per day, including overtime from 4 PM to 6 PM. As someone who isn't married yet, this income is quite good for me. For those with high skills and production output on the sewing lines, the average income is always 10 million VND/month or more...”
With what is considered an ideal income level in Nghe An province, most workers are satisfied with their current jobs, are always ready to contribute, and want to stay with the company long-term.
Fair treatment and timely recognition.
During the economic recovery phase, in addition to the efforts of workers, adequate wages also come from the State's wage reform policies and fair compensation from businesses.
Having worked in various FDI business environments, Ms. Nguyen Thi Que, Human Resources Manager at Gaiwach Vietnam International Apparel Co., Ltd., stated: “Unlike other businesses, our company does not recruit seasonal workers or provide vocational training. We only hire skilled sewing workers, which allows us to offer fair wages from the very first day of employment. Furthermore, we calculate income based on work performance, including both product quality and completion speed. Each stage of production has a barcode so workers can proactively calculate their wages and voluntarily choose to work overtime… These transparent, clear, and open factors have created a vibrant work environment with dedicated efforts and a commitment to work.”
In the same spirit, at Minh Anh Kim Lien Garment Company, exemplary workers with high salaries are regularly shared publicly so that everyone can know. Mr. Phan Dinh Tai - Chairman of the Trade Union of Minh Anh Kim Lien Garment Company shared: "We organize monthly activities to commend and honor high-income workers. These workers deserve to be honored and their achievements publicized. This not only has significance..."timely encouragement"This not only rewards the efforts of the employees but also creates a vibrant competitive atmosphere within the company, bringing positive effects in attracting and recruiting."
Another commonality among the businesses mentioned above is the guarantee of orders. To ensure workers have a stable income, plus overtime and performance-based allowances, business leaders have strived to secure orders and establish their brand against competitors.
With the new salary policy implemented from July 1, 2024, along with adequate benefits from businesses, it is hoped that workers will soon have an "ideal" salary without having to "dream" about it.
