Great Midwestern Company - Anonymous employee POET Employee Review

5.0
17 Jun 2022
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

- Privately owned (no shareholder pressure) - Good working environment with a diverse set of expectations and businesses - Growth mindset with an eye for continuous improvement - Always changing (pro or con depending on view of changes) - Really great people - POET shares profits back with the team members

Cons

- Core operational business is 24/7 so there is always something happening - Always changing (pro or con depending on view of changes) - Influenced by market factors outside of our control.

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5.0
7 May 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Strong People & Culture team that genuinely cares about employee growth, development, and long-term potential Collaborative environment where employees do not feel like just another number on a roster Leadership is approachable and invested in building a positive culture Great cross-functional collaboration and teamwork, especially with the in-office environment CEO has a strong vision for the future of energy, ethanol, and expansion into new markets, which creates excitement and momentum for the company Good opportunities to learn, grow, and take ownership of impactful work

Cons

In-office Monday–Friday schedule supports collaboration, but remote or hybrid flexibility should be considered more in today’s work environment. Some processes and systems are still evolving as the company continues to grow and scale

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POET Response
5d
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience and feedback. We're glad to hear that you've experienced the collaborative culture, supportive leadership, and growth opportunities that are important to us at POET. Our team works hard to create an environment where employees feel valued, connected to our mission, and empowered to make an impact. We also appreciate your thoughtful feedback regarding workplace flexibility and evolving processes. As our company continues to grow, we're constantly evaluating opportunities to improve how we work while maintaining the strong collaboration and culture that help drive our success. Thank you for being part of the POET team and for helping us continue to learn, grow, and improve.
1.0
12 Mar 2026
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

Friendly coworkers at first Initial team camaraderie

Cons

Poor management practices Lack of organization and clear expectations Micromanagement Unprofessional handling of confidential employee information Job responsibilities frequently outside the stated role

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POET Response
2mo
Thank you for taking the time to share your perspective. At POET, we are committed to maintaining a professional workplace where team members are treated with respect and where clear expectations, accountability, and confidentiality are core standards across our operations. We also want to clarify that team member compensation and personnel records are maintained within secure electronic HR systems rather than physical documents, and access to that information is strictly restricted in accordance with company policy. The situation described does not align with the processes we have in place to protect confidential information. Individual experiences can vary, and we encourage team members to raise questions or concerns through the appropriate internal channels so they can be reviewed and addressed in a timely and constructive way. Our focus remains on supporting a collaborative, purpose-driven environment where team members can contribute, grow, and succeed. — POET
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