Don't take a contract here - Associate Engineer Abbott Employee Review

2.0
8 Feb 2023
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

One of the only medical device manufacturers in the region. In general the people are great to work with.

Cons

Low pay 9 hour days No additional compensation for contract workers No real opportunity for promotion outside of having to apply for positions on other teams Vacation is paid for 4% but you're forced to take vacation 2 weeks of the year for manufacturing shut downs Only hire contract workers through external companies even when they do the full interviewing process themselves

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Pros

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Cons

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Pros

Strong brand recognition and leadership position in diabetes technology. * Opportunity to work with innovative products that positively impact patients’ lives. * Talented and dedicated colleagues across many functions. * Competitive compensation and benefits

Cons

Leadership quality varies significantly across departments, with some areas experiencing challenges related to communication and transparency * Expectations and role priorities can shift without sufficient communication or alignment, making it difficult for employees to understand how success is measured * Employees may not always receive consistent coaching, support, or constructive feedback needed for professional growth. * Some teams may experience a culture that feels fear-based rather than collaborative (Market Access) * Concerns raised by employees may not always be addressed through direct, productive dialogue. * In certain groups, the work environment can feel exclusionary or politically driven, limiting opportunities for meaningful collaboration.

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