Not the best work environment - Anonymous employee IKA Employee Review

1.0
16 Jan 2017
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

IKA offers subsidized lunches two times a week. Generous paid holiday leave between Christmas and the New Year. New facility with lots of natural light. Quality products

Cons

IKA does not offer competitive pay and typically had not offered bonuses. Raises; even with an excellent review, are minimal. The environment is very toxic and people do not strive to maintain a professional atmosphere, despite the polished appearance of the facility and the employees. The company as a whole is very superficial and cares little for the well being of their employees. Many managers are very poor and do not provide the structure and support that their employees need to flourish, grow or perform well at their job. Some managers resort to hostility and make the work environment unpleasant. There is a lot of sexism and favoritism in the company. What is good for one is not good for all. Rules are only applicable to some individuals. The lab and process division seem to be treated differently. The lab division will go on elaborate outings and trips, where the process division does none of this. There is little room for advancement or growth int he company. There has been a large amount of turn over in the past 3 years.

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IKA Response
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Thank you for your review and feedback. We carefully review and reward the performance of our employees and are always open for suggestions. For 2017, we are very happy to introduce our Employee Exchange Program as well as a focus on their well-being by offering free yoga classes and providing wellness updates surrounding nutrition.

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5.0
12 Sept 2024
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Pros

This is the most friendly and caring office I have ever worked at. The management team goes out of their way to make sure that you are happy and enjoy working here. The benefits are top tier.

Cons

The only office option is in Wilmington, Having the option to work from home for all employees not just account managers would be ideal.

4.0
10 Jun 2026
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Pros

Excellent company that’s takes care employees and offers opportunity for growth for go-getters. The benefits and paid time off are excellent.

Cons

Dead weight employees are not reprimanded so the slack is picked up by others. Poor management in past years has set limited company growth

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