The associated Hero of Socialist Labour title was awarded for exceptional achievements in national economy and culture.

Founded on July 9, 1945, the title was awarded by the Presidium of the People's Assembly acting on a recommendation from the government.

Upon the death of the recipient, the medal itself would be returned to the Presidium of the People's Assembly, while the certificate could be retained by the family as a memento.

In the list below, those marked with an asterisk had their titles revoked when they were later branded as “enemies of socialism” and were eventually executed.

Hoxha himself and other leaders of the communist party had their titles revoked by decree No.1018, issued on 13 February 1995, for crimes against the people.