Awful Culture - Finance Unilever Employee Review

1.0
Oct 4, 2020
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Pros

It's a secure job, but that's where it ends.

Cons

There's minimal support for staff here. No true training or mentoring with a lot of politics taking place on who gets promoted and who doesn't. Management overload you with work with no training and simply tell you to get on with it. The culture is to work till 9/10 most nights and that it is expected of you to get your work done regardless of how long it will take you. If you tell management you have too much on, they will simply tell you that you don't and it's your job role and it's expected to be done with no pushbacks. The UFLPs (grads) are worked hard but also given presidency over other staff who want to develop their career, which is ultimately unfair.

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Pros

Working at Unilever in Raeford offers strong overall benefits, including good pay for the area, solid health insurance, retirement options, and additional perks like tuition assistance and employee discounts. The company provides a stable work environment as a large global organization, with opportunities for career growth and skill development in a modern, well-maintained facility. Employees often highlight the team-oriented culture, supportive coworkers, and clean, safety-focused workplace. Overall, it’s considered a reliable employer with good work-life balance and long-term career potential.

Cons

Working there can involve long hours and rotating shifts, including nights and weekends, which can make work-life balance harder depending on your role. The job can also be physically demanding, especially in production or warehouse positions, requiring standing for long periods and repetitive tasks. Because it’s a large corporation, there can be strict policies, less flexibility, and slower decision-making. Additionally, while growth opportunities exist, advancement can sometimes feel competitive or slow without the right connections or timing.

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