Good environment, poor management. - Fabricator Aquaneering Employee Review

Exciting and interesting industry to work in. If you enjoy travel and seeing different parts of the country, it is fun to do it for work. Company is growing and developing and trying to standardize manufacturing process. A few really good managers at the company that know what they are doing and work on developing people and creating a positive working environment and team.

Some kinks to work out with management and company culture. Heavy on travel and working hours as a technician. Away from home a lot and on the road. A few key players in the company that bring things down for everyone and have a negative impact on culture and productivity.

New ownership is embracing technology for everyday job functions (inventory management, cloud sharing, project management software, etc.). There have been efforts to modify products to increase sales and make manufacturing more efficient. The company is a small business with a great team—coworkers genuinely care about one another. The systems manufactured are complex, interesting, and fun to build.

The President also acts as the HR manager, which means employees lack access to a neutral, confidential resource for sensitive or personal workplace issues. Raises are rare or non-existent, which negatively impacts morale and retention. New employee onboarding is inconsistent due to the lack of a dedicated HR professional. In my opinion, many recent product updates have prioritized cost savings and aesthetics over functionality and customer usability. There has been significant turnover among experienced, talented employees due to stagnant wages and poor working conditions. The President comes from a different industry and is still learning the nuances of the equipment and systems. Management and other staff are frequently expected to meet unrealistic deadlines. Note: These are my personal observations and opinions and may not reflect the experiences of others.