All BERNINA sewing machines are developed, designed, prepared as prototypes and tested at the plant in Steckborn. The close collaboration between engineers, testers, and mechanics in prototype construction is fundamental to the quality of BERNINA products. This enables direct exchange and ensures the high BERNINA quality standards.

Across the world, more than 1200 employees belong to the BERNINA family. Of these, 300 work in Steckborn (Product Management, Quality Management, Research & Development, Sales, Marketing, HR, Finance and Executive Board). And employees also see themselves as members of the BERNINA family, because many have been working for BERNINA for 20, 30 or even 40 years. Their many years of experience is brought to bear in the quality of the products.

BERNINA Thailand was founded in 1990 and continues to ensure the highest Swiss quality standards to this day. This is possible because the factory is managed locally under Swiss leadership, and all quality inspections are carried out both directly in production and in the company’s own sewing lab. BERNINA Thailand works with the same Quality Value System as BERNINA International in Steckborn. Direct contact with the headquarters is a priority, despite the large distances involved.

Despite global economic challenges, BERNINA remains steadfast in its social responsibility toward its employees in Thailand. Pay is above the minimum wage and BERNINA Thailand provides its employees with lunch and ensures a comfortable working environment through the use of air conditioning. A low staff turnover rate shows that the long-standing employees are satisfied with the conditions.