Horrible Place to Work - Anonymous employee Merck Employee Review

1.0
15 Mar 2018
Anonymous employee
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Pros

The only pro to this job was a 5-day paid shutdown at the end of the year.

Cons

Management was not involved in day-to-day tasks. SOPs were written by inexperienced individuals, without reading SDSs, resulting in emergency room visits. Poor communication was abundant. Leadership truly did not care about employee well-being and work-life balance. Compensation was poor. Extreme lack of professionalism by managers and supervisors. Promotions were given based on personal relationships, not experience and skills.

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End of the year shutdown which includes paid time off

Cons

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Pros

Over my tenure, I had the opportunity to work alongside highly talented and mission-driven colleagues dedicated to improving patient outcomes. The organization provided exposure to cross-functional collaboration, leadership development opportunities, and meaningful work supporting healthcare providers, patients, and community stakeholders. I appreciated the company's commitment to innovation, professional growth, and serving patients through scientific advancement.

Cons

Like many large organizations, priorities and organizational structures evolved over time, which occasionally created uncertainty and changes in responsibilities. Decision-making processes could sometimes be complex due to the size of the organization, and navigating multiple layers of stakeholders occasionally impacted speed and execution.

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