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      2.7

      39% would recommend to a friend

      (25 total reviews)

      April Allison

      25% approve of CEO

      34% positive business outlook

      Ratings by category

      3.0

      Compensation and benefits

      2.8

      Culture and values

      2.7

      Career opportunities

      2.6

      Work/Life balance

      2.3

      Senior management

      2.1

      Diversity and inclusion

      Machine Specialties has an employee rating of 2.7 out of 5 stars, based on 25 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an average working experience there. The Machine Specialties employee rating is 22% below average for employers within the Manufacturing industry (3.5 stars).

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      25 reviews
      2.0
      24 Apr 2026

      Early Fridays can't outweigh poor management and politics

      Anonymous employee
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business outlook

      Pros

      The only real pro I can think of is on Fridays you get to leave early.

      Cons

      Management preaches they want change, but will not listen to those who have experience and expertise. The employee pool is very clique-ish, and nepotism is rampant and obvious. The politics of the company are obvious and if you do not subscribe to their beliefs you are ridiculed. Training, safety, and quality are not top priorities. They are unwilling to accept or entertain change in these areas. Women who have a voice should be leary about considering a career here.

      2.0
      16 Oct 2025

      Great people and interesting work, but management and pay are driving talent away

      Manufacturing engineer
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business outlook

      Pros

      Many genuinely talented, hardworking people who care about their craft. The work itself is challenging and rewarding, high-end aerospace and defense components. The building and equipment is pretty well-maintained and modern. Most mentors and coworkers are willing to invest in you if you show initiative. Benefits aren't great, but the insurance is basically free. 401K match is on par, vacation is under-par.

      Cons

      Company has been in steady decline since being sold to a capital investment firm. Leadership consistently fails to reinvest in in-house talent, internal training programs and external education efforts are often started and then abandoned due to poor cash flow management leading to inability to foot the bill. The company has experienced roughly a 25% drop in revenue over the past two years, leading to layoffs and budget freezes. Pay is far below market, especially for the level of responsibility and skill required. Raises are rare & small even for high performers. Certain departments operate as cliques and can be hostile to outsiders, creating a toxic dynamic that drives good employees out. Many long-term, loyal employees are burning out and leaving due to low morale and lack of recognition. Upper management has neglected to promote existing talent, instead bringing in outside talent which is out of the norm.

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