All decisions are political - Operations PerkinElmer Employee Review

1.0
22 Oct 2012
Recommend
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Pros

The rank and file workers are great, I made a lot of friends and connections there. The work is interesting, and I was able to do some fun projects with my peers.

Cons

No matter how well you do or potential you show there is no way you will get a decent raise or salary track. If you start off at a lower salary you will remain there. Business decisions are all political or financial. They attempt to standardize all business platforms for the companies they acquire regardless of whether it will work for the particular unit.

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5.0
30 Jan 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Relaxed environment and a great opportunity to make a strong impression.

Cons

Pay could be a bit better.

2.0
30 Jun 2026
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Business outlook

Pros

Great people in field and customer facing positions. Vast knowledge base of applications and instrumentation.

Cons

Very poor executive leadership- don't want to spend money on marketing, promotion of instrumentation, or relevant customer applications. Most do not know industry. Wonder why sales are decreasing.

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